Crime Scene Investigator II - Forensic Specialist (Shift)

Cheshire Constabulary; Winsford; Vor Ort; GBP 34.000 - 36.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Wellbeing support

Career development

Zusammenfassung

Cheshire Constabulary is seeking a Crime Scene Investigator Level 2 to join the Forensic Investigations Unit on a permanent basis. You will work both independently and as part of a specialist team, attending scenes from volume crime to major investigations and ensuring evidence integrity from recovery through to court presentation.

You will be educated to degree level in a science-related subject or have equivalent experience, hold a full UK driving licence, and demonstrate strong IT and

Qualifikationen

• Educated to Level 6 (degree level) in a science-related subject OR able to evidence equivalent relevant experience.
• Full UK driving licence (mandatory).
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain complex forensic findings clearly.
• Strong IT skills and confidence in using digital reporting and evidence management systems.

Aufgaben

• Attend, assess and process crime scenes ranging from dwelling burglaries to homicides, major incidents, and post‑mortem examinations.
• Apply specialist forensic techniques to recover DNA, fingerprints, footwear, trace evidence and other material of evidential value.
• Record scenes using professional photography and produce detailed, accurate reports.
• Maintain continuity, integrity and security of all exhibits.
• Present evidence in court when required and participate in peer review processes.
• Ensure all work is compliant with ISO 17020, FSR Codes, and internal quality procedures.
• Engage in ongoing competency assessments, training, and professional development.
• Work shifts (08:00–22:00) and participate in an overnight on‑call rota.

Kenntnisse

Crime Scene Investigation

Report writing

IT skills

Communication

Driving license

Ausbildung

Degree level in science-related subject

Jobbeschreibung

Cheshire Constabulary is seeking a Crime Scene Investigator Level 2 to join the Forensic Investigations Unit on a permanent basis. You will work both independently and as part of a specialist team, attending scenes from volume crime to major investigations and ensuring evidence integrity from recovery through to court presentation.

You will be educated to degree level in a science-related subject or have equivalent experience, hold a full UK driving licence, and demonstrate strong IT and