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This is a rare opportunity to enter a unique and very rewarding profession in which the variety and nature of work is extremely diverse. Due to the ever-changing challenges of policing, the laboratory is continually looking at new and improved methods to assist with these techniques, meaning that the role is constantly evolving.\nReporting to the Forensic Laboratory Manager, you will work within a small team to provide an excellent service to both the Forensic Investigations Department and Investigating Officers, with an end goal of helping to detect crime and keep Cheshire safe.\nWorking to Standard Operating Procedures and International Standards including ISO17025, you will support Laboratory Staff in their day-to-day activities to further investigations of a wide range of crimes.\nThe successful applicant will have:\nmeticulous attention to detail, good concentration and accurate record keeping skills\nexcellent communication skills both verbally and electronically\na high level of motivation with a positive attitude and willingness to support others\nthe ability to work methodically and reliably under pressure\nan adaptable and approachable attitude\nable to work proactively and independently and have a genuine interest in forensic science\nSuitable candidates will be educated to level 3 including a science-based subject.\nDue to the nature of the role it will be necessary to provide Biometric samples (fingerprints and DNA) for inclusion on the elimination database for routine speculative searching purposes.\nThis post is subject to an enhanced level of vetting which must be satisfied before appointment.\n\ndata-instance=\"1\"\ndata-section_id=\"214035\"\nclass=\" form_section hform_label_pos_left\"\n>\n\nRole Profile\n\n>\n\nS3 Forensic Laboratory Assistant.docx - 665KB\nOpens in a new window\n\nConverted File S3 Forensic Laboratory Assistant.docx.pdf - 91KB\nOpens in a new window\n\n data-instance=\"1\"\ndata-section_id=\"214021\"\nclass=\" form_section hform_label_pos_left\"\n>\n\n id=\"form_e99e0c3c-061c-4ffe-a43c-8d74e4f5630e_label_196791_1\"\nclass=\"form_row form_label hform_label \"\n>\nThe Competency Values Framework (CVF)\nThe Competency Values Framework (CVF) provides clear expectations for everyone working in policing. It describes behaviours required by all officers and members of staff and it will be used in the recruitment process to assess your suitability for the role to which you are applying.\nIt isnot a requirement that you should have a detailed knowledge of the framework, should you wish to familiarise yourself with it to support you in the recruitment process please follow the below link.\nCompetency and values framework (CVF) | College of Policing\n\nCheshire Constabulary is fully supportive of diversity, equality and inclusion and strives to employ a workforce which is representative of the community it serves.\nApplications are welcomed from all underrepresented groups and support will be made available throughout the recruitment process for all applicants. Under-represented groups include:\nPeople of ethnic minority\nIndividuals who identify as having a visible or invisible disability\nGender in relation to female representation for PC entry routes\nGender in relation to male representation for Staff entry routes\nLesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender + (LGBT+)\nFOR POLICE OFFICER NEW RECRUITS ONLY The Constabulary recognises that some may possess additional skills such as fluency in other languages; if you have such a skill and are willing to be contacted about this potentially being considered in relation to deployment and posting decisions, please highlight this in the application. Please note that any posting decision will be made by the organisation as is its prerogative however in circumstances where there is a cultural-competence/skill that may also enhance the Constabulary's service to its communities then in consultation with an individual and their consent then a posting may be agreed accordingly.\n\nPlease note, you will require the following detail to complete this application form; NI Number, ID detail, address information, referee information, full employment history including dates and any qualifications you may have attained. You may also be requested to provide photos of any visible tattoos you have. The application system only remains active on a single page for a period of 60 minutes. Please therefore ensure you allow time to complete this fully as incomplete pages will not be saved. 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