EXT - Crime Scene Investigator (Entry)
Location YatH Region
Salary £26,106 - £31,296
Role Profile Attachment
Crime Scene Investigator (Entry Level) - Regional Scientific Support Services.docx – 72KB
Do you want a career in Crime Scene Investigation?
Yorkshire and Humber (YatH) Regional Scientific Support Services (RSSS) are seeking to identify appointable candidates for current and future, full and part-time, entry-level, Crime Scene Investigator (CSI) vacancies available over the next 12 months across the Yorkshire and Humber region. Successful candidates will be held on a waiting list for a period of 12 months during which time they will, in succession, be offered vacancies that arise. This could include full time and part time contracts based at any of our CSI hub locations: Hull, Scunthorpe, Harrogate, Thirsk, York, Scarborough, Sheffield, Ossett, Leeds, and Bradford.
We are looking for driven and motivated candidates to join us as Crime Scene Investigators where you will work as part of a highly professional regional team examining volume crime scenes as well as more serious and major incidents under guidance.
To apply, you must meet the following essential criteria:
Hold English Language, Maths and Science at Level 2/GCSE (A* - C or 9 - 4) or equivalent demonstrable experience.
Proven ability to operate modern technology including tablet devices, desktop computers and basic software applications.
Good interpersonal and communication skills, experience of engaging effectively with a diverse range of people. Ability to present facts and rationale accurately, clearly, and concisely in written and oral formats.
Emotional resilience with the ability to work in stressful, challenging, or unpleasant circumstances whilst maintaining concentration and accuracy, working in a methodical manner even when under pressure.
Demonstrate understanding of Health and Safety legislation and other regulations including ISO 17020 relevant to crime scene examination.
Demonstrate knowledge of the application of practical techniques used to examine crime scenes and understanding of the investigative response to such incidents.
Some of the personal qualities we expect in our Crime Scene Investigators include:
Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
Be innovative, openminded with an inquisitive and questioning mindset.
Remain flexible, adapting to continuing change across the service.
Maintain high standards of quality at all times which includes being subjected to auditing as part of our accreditation.
Ensuring customers receive an excellent service, taking personal pride and ownership in all examinations.
RSSS provide specialist forensic support across the four police forces of YatH. Deployed via our dedicated regional forensic control room, you may be called upon to attend crime scenes anywhere across the region, providing you with variety and insight of working across a large geographical area.
This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who wish to begin a career within an exciting, continually developing, and innovative field. We are seeking candidates who have a naturally inquisitive mindset and can display a high level of problem solving. You will need to be confident, capable of learning quickly, have excellent communication skills and be able to work as part of a close team. We are keen to encourage individuals who are looking to work part time hours as well as those seeking full time hours.
Training
Crime Scene Investigators are trained to exceptionally high standards, working to strict regulations and procedures. The successful candidates will be provided with all necessary training from our own dedicated CSI Training Team. You will receive a structured period of mentoring with experienced CSI’s, ensuring that you are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge prior to working independently.
In addition to shift working roles, we have limited opportunities for non-shift working CSI at some of our bases
Crime Scene Investigators (Shift)
Salary starts at £26,106.00 rising to £31,296.00 pro rata plus an additional 14% shift allowance and up to 14% weekend working allowance.
You will be expected to work a 7-day rotating shift pattern between the hours of 0700 – 2300, working two out of three weekends with some midweek days off.
Crime Scene Investigators (Non-Shift)
Salary starts at £26,106.00 rising to £31,296.00 pro rata (no additional enhancements for shift or weekend working.
You will be expected to work weekdays only between the hours of 0800 – 1600.
Whether you work shifts or not, as a Crime Scene Investigator, you will be required to regularly work alone, and for those on shift, this includes during the hours of darkness. Therefore, you will need to be resilient and perceptive with a discerning character.
You will be paid monthly which includes additional shift and weekend working allowances as applicable, enhancing overall basic pay plus any overtime payments. You will be entitled to a generous annual leave allowance of 25 days which increases with service, and you will be automatically enrolled into a local government pension scheme. Most locations include free and secure on-site parking.
You will need to hold a full UK manual driving licence.
Progression
The post of Crime Scene Investigator offers a career progression scheme. Future promotion opportunities to Senior CSI level often become available where you will be trained as necessary to examine more serious crime scenes without supervision.
Assessment and Interview
Candidates will need to complete an electronic application form. From this, a number of candidates will be invited to our CSI Training Centre in Wetherby for a half day practical assessment. This will include several activities to measure suitability in role and will take place from 3rd March 25 until 7th March 25. Those who pass the practical assessments will be invited for interview which will take place from 31st March 2025 until 3rd April 2025 and on 7th April 2025. If applying for the role, you will need to be available during these dates, alternative dates will not be offered.
Applications
West Yorkshire Police and the Regional Scientific Support Services are committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We encourage applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010.
Applicants should be aware that it is not always possible to carry out adequate vetting checks on persons who have not been resident within the UK for the last three years. Therefore, where this applies, applicants may be refused on the grounds that it was not possible to vet them to the appropriate standard.
The posts are suitable for part time working where full shift cover can be provided by another colleague, the application process will close at 23:55 hours on 26th January 2025.
To apply please use the below link;
RS638 Crime Scene Investigator (Entry) **External** - West Yorkshire Police (tal.net)
For a detailed description of the Competency and Values levels required please refer to the http://www.college.police.uk/What-we-do/Development/competency-and-values-framework/Documents/Competency-and-Values-Framework-for-Policing_4.11.16.pdf (This link may be copied and pasted into your browser). This document will assist you in completing the Evidence of Achievement section of the application form.
Please note: the Evidence of Achievement section will not be visible until the employment section has been completed.
The post is suitable for job share.
For roles which are advertised as Career Progression Schemes, individuals will be appointed to the bottom scale point of the appropriate grade within the scheme, based on the role entry requirements. Full progression through the scheme may be subject to attaining a specific qualification or successfully passing an assessment or review.
Any shift enhancements/weekend allowances are based on the published Force pattern any deviations from this could mean the enhancements/allowances may differ or not apply, for full details refer to staff Terms & Conditions.
West Yorkshire Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010.
Applicants should be aware that it is not always possible to carry out adequate vetting checks on persons who have not been resident within the UK for the last five years. Therefore, where this applies, applicants may be refused because it was not possible to vet them to the appropriate standard.
For a detailed description of the Competency and Values levels required, please refer to the Competency and values framework (CVF) | College of Policing (this link may be copied and pasted into your browser). This document will assist you in completing the Evidence of Achievement section of the application form. Please note: the Evidence of Achievement section will not be visible until the employment section has been completed.
Shift Allowance 14%