Scenes of Crime Administrator - Cambs
Please note, if this is a paid role and the role is part time then the salary quoted will be pro rata based on the hours worked per annum.
24/03/2023, 23:55
The Scientific Support unit for Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire has exciting opportunities for a successful candidate to join the unit as a Scenes of Crime Administrator based at Thorpe Wood, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire.
The post holder will work along side a team of Scenes of Crime Officers providing Administration support to the unit. The post will report to a Scene of Crime Supervisor. The hours of work will be Monday – Friday, 08.00 – 16.00hrs.
The post is based at Thorpe Wood Police Station, Thorpe Wood, Peterborough PE6 3SD and is a fixed site role, whilst you will be part of a tri-force team you will be required to work from this location, agile working is not suitable to the role however there may be the need to travel within the tri-force on occasion.
The primary role of the Scientific Support Unit is to attend crime scenes and gather evidence to be used in court to prove the evidential points of the case, you will therefore be exposed to exhibit handling and some exhibits of a distressing nature. The unit is ISO 17020 accredited, and this plays a major role in the day to day workings of the unit.
The successful candidate will require the ability to demonstrate an understanding and follow procedures that are designed in line with the Forensic Regulator and ISO 17020, be adaptable and flexible to process change within this high demand unit. The role requires the ability to be a good team player, flexible and take ownership of the responsibilities involved. IT skills are very important to the role and knowledge of excel, word, teams, outlook for email and case management systems are essential. You will also need to have good communication skills.
Daily duties can include but are not limited to
- QA checking of exhibits for accuracy and recording any errors found
- Processing exhibits for onward travel to other units within the department and to external providers
- Receiving and moving exhibits to storage areas on return to the unit
- Assisting with monthly store ordering
- Deal with enquiries from Police Officers both by phone and face to face
- Cleaning of Admin areas and recording of when task completed
The post holder will provide excellent customer service to the Police network in which we work and outside partner agencies while managing a wide range of tasks, looking for ways to improve the service we deliver. Please see the attached role profile for further details of the responsibilities of this role.
The role is eligible for the Local Government Pension Scheme which is administered by LGSS in Cambridgeshire. The pension contributions are made up of employer contributions that your force pays in on your behalf and employee contributions that are taken through payroll. Employer contributions vary by force : Bedfordshire 17.7% of salary, Cambridgeshire 22.9% of salary and Hertfordshire 18.6% of salary with the employee contribution being 5.8% for this pay grade.
For further information please contact Fiona Melvin, SOCO Supervisor at Fiona.melvin@cambs.police.uk or on 01733 424359
Additional Information
All internal applicants must have successfully completed their probationary period to apply for this role.
Internal applicants within Bedfordshire Police, Cambridgeshire Constabulary or Hertfordshire Constabulary (BCH), should upload either a CV or provide relevant skills, experiences and qualifications on Word/PDF document.
This vacancy is live to those at risk of redundancy and will remain open to redeployees until the conditional offer stage throughout the recruitment process. Redeployees will take priority over other applicants at any point during the recruitment process up until conditional offer. If a redeployee is successful and accepts an offer, they will remain on their home force’s terms and conditions.
As a Disability Confident leader, we take personal responsibility to help create an inclusive workplace, where police officers and staff respect one another, feel valued for their differences and can be themselves. We are committed to providing workplace adjustments, wherever needed so everyone feels welcome and can flourish. If you have a disability and you meet the minimum criteria for the position you are applying for, you will be entitled to an interview under the ‘Offer an Interview Scheme’.
It is recommended that you download and store a copy of the role profile as this will no longer be available once the advert has closed.
To enable us to deliver outstanding policing for everyone, we need people from all backgrounds with a range of professional and life experiences so that we are truly representative of our communities.
Why work for Cambridgeshire Constabulary?
We have gained a reputation as a pioneering and innovative force, responsible for policing a large diverse, multi-cultural population.
If you are looking for a fresh challenge which offers a genuine opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives, variety and the chance to broaden your experience, then we are the force for you.
Benefits include:
• Access to the local government pension scheme (police staff) or Police pension scheme (Police officers) including career average, employer contributions and death in service.
• Paid leave days depending on force and length of service (police staff - 24 to 33 days, police officers 22 to 30 days).
• Paid sick leave of six months full pay and six months half pay (depending on service).
• Occupational maternity, adoption, and paternity pay (dependent on service).
• Carers and discretionary leave.
• Flexible working arrangements including compressed hours, flexible shifts, job share, annualised hours and agile working (depending on role requirements).
• Gym facilities, weekly yoga classes, exercise classes, squash facilities, exercise space etc. are available (depending on location).
• Each force has its own sports or sports and social club, offering discounts, trips, and events.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Access to Blue Light Card providing discounts to Emergency Services on the high street and online.
• Access to Police Mutual providing financial support including savings plans, insurance, breakdown cover, loans and independent financial advice.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Various support groups including Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) Support Group, Christian Police Association (CPA), Disability Awareness Network (DAWN), Lesbian, gay, bi-sexual & transgender (LGBT), Menopause Action Group, Police Chaplains.
• Access to a Trade Union (UNISON)/Staff Association (Federation).
• The Backup Buddy Police Support app is designed to help with mental health issues and gives practical advice and support as well as a range of podcasts.
• Opportunities for development and further study including Further You Talent Management, Be You BCH Senior Leadership Programme, and supervisory leadership workshops.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are working hard to increase diversity and inclusion within the Constabulary, where communities are under-represented, including those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, people of all ages, abilities, faiths, religions and gender, LGBT communities and those from other disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds, who share our values and wish to make a difference to the communities we serve.
All applications will be treated on merit, based on the evidence provided in your application and suitability for the role you have applied for.
Flexible Working
All requests for flexible working patterns will be considered and will be dependent on the role.
Recruitment and Selection Policy
Internal applicants who are at risk of redundancy or in need of redeployment and pass the selection process, will be offered the role over the remaining internal and external applicants.
Police Barred and Advisory Lists
Individuals placed on the Police Barred and Advisory lists will not be considered for employment by the police for a minimum of 5 years from the date of listing in the case of gross misconduct, or 3 years from the date of listing in the case of poor performance.
Vetting and Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and operate safer recruitment processes, to ensure a police service that employees are proud to work for because they feel safe, valued and part of a happy and supportive work environment. All employees and volunteers therefore will be subject to background checks including vetting and references.
Useful information before you commence an application
You will require the following detail to complete this application form:
- National Insurance Number
- Identification Detail e.g. passport
- Address information including proof
- Referee information
- Full employment history including dates and any qualifications you may have attained.
You will also be requested to provide photos of any visible tattoos you have.
If the role requires you to drive you will also be required to upload details from your full driving license including photos.
This advert is closed to applications.
