Frontline Digital Technician - Forensic

Thames Valley Police; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional law enforcement agency is seeking a Frontline Digital Technician for its Forensic Investigation Unit. The role involves early examination of exhibits using triage processes to support crime investigations. Qualified candidates will have practical experience in computer hardware/software or hold a relevant digital forensic degree. A full UK driving licence is essential. The agency offers various benefits including annual leave and flexible working.

Benefits

24 days annual leave

Flexible working conditions

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience managing priorities against high demands.
• Experience in digital forensics or a digital forensic degree.
• Full UK Manual Driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure early examination of exhibits to determine the best course of action.
• Identify exhibits suitable for further analysis in a triage process.

Skills

Practical experience and knowledge of computer hardware and software

Good communication skills

Collaborative approach

Education

Digital forensic degree

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to use your skills to make a difference? Digital Forensic Services are vital to helping our officers to combat crime, protect the vulnerable, enable safer communities, and make a difference that really matters. Thames Valley Police is transforming its Forensic Investigation Unit, with a multi-year investment to create a forward looking, accredited service delivering proportionate timely services that support effective crime investigation for TVP and other external organisations. An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Digital Portfolio of the Forensic Investigation Unit (FIU) as 1 x Frontline Digital Technician, based at Slough Police Station. Reporting to a Digital Forensic Frontline Team Leader and Operational Supervisor you will ensure that early examination of exhibits occurs to determine the best course of action in any case using a comprehensive triage process to identify those exhibits suitable for further analysis. This can involve material or images of a distressing nature.

You must have capability to travel to different locations across the Force and undertake all assignments in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Ensure early examination of exhibits occurs to determine the best course of action in any case using a comprehensive triage process to identify those exhibits suitable for further analysis. This can involve material or images of a distressing nature.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Practical experience and knowledge of computer hardware and software or a digital forensic degree
• Experience of managing priorities against high demands
• Experience in digital forensics / forensic capacity or a digital forensic degree
• Good communication skills and a “can do attitude”
• Collaborative approach to working with others across the forensic portfolio
• Full UK Manual Driving licence
• Ability to engage with ISO accreditation requirements

Due to the requirement to work flexibly, unsocial hours and personal safety for lone working, public transport may not be available or suitable at these times. A full UK driving licence is considered essential. An enhanced level of vetting will be required for this role, as with all posts in Force Crime, Intelligence and Specialist Operations Departments.

Selection and How to Apply

Selection will take the form of a panel interview and knowledge test involving a practical element. To apply for this post please attach a cover letter of no more than one page and a CV of no more than 2 pages. Note: CVs will not be accepted without a cover letter or if the CV is more than 2 pages long.

Benefits

As part of the Thames Valley Police family you will enjoy a fantastic range of benefits including 24 days annual leave per annum, pro-rata for part time (plus Bank Holidays), flexible working conditions, a wide range of lifestyle discounts, career development opportunities and the option to join a local government pension scheme. For a full list of benefits, please view the official materials. If you have any queries please contact the Recruitment Team at [e-mail] quoting reference 22872. The team will endeavour to respond quickly.

The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 5 October 2025.