Forensic Submissions Support in Carmarthen

Business area / Department Tri-Force Forensic Alliance

Agile/Fixed/Fixed Operational Fixed Operational

Salary £25,950

Part/Full Time Full Time

Type of Contract Permanent

Level of Welsh language ability required? 1

Interview Date 24 November 2026

Closing Date 09/11/2026, 23:55

Job Advert Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us as Forensic Submissions Support in the Tri-Force Forensic Alliance Department.

What you will be doing?

To undertake general administration within the Scientific Support Unit, including the processing of internal and external

forensic submissions and biometric samples, to contribute to the smooth running of the department.

Role Specific:

• 1. To be responsible for the receipt, quality assurance and appropriate storage of forensic exhibits within the Scientific Support Unit and Digital Forensic Unit.
• 2. To process forensic exhibits/environmental monitoring samples for onward transfer to various internal departments and external agencies, chase outstanding submissions, and action exhibits as appropriate on return from external agencies.
• 3. To quality check submission paperwork and process material/exhibits in such a manner as to maintain the integrity of the exhibits under ISO standards and the Forensic Science Regulator’s Code of Practice, including documenting errors by means of written notes and photographic images.

What can you expect?

All new starters will have a buddy/mentor to support you when you join

24 days annual leave (rises to 29 days with 5 years’ service) plus 8 bank holidays

Additional 24 days flexi leave (role dependant)

Access to on-site gyms and fitness classes

Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy.

Staff Support Networks

Flexible working opportunities

Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements.

Sick pay provisions

All candidates are subject to vetting and medical checks.

Interviews to be held on: 24th & 25th of November

Diversity and Welsh language

Dyfed Powys Police are inclusive employers and strive to have a workforce representative of the communities they police and serve. We believe that we will benefit from the variety of thinking, approach, and skills that diversity can bring; all of which helps us to deliver a better policing service.

We continue to work towards creating a safe, open culture that is ethical and inclusive of all. We have a range of staff networks and groups to provide specific support and advice, and our aim is to recruit talented people with a diverse range of skills and experience. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status, or religious beliefs.

Find out if you’re eligible for Positive Action here.

We are committed to being a bilingual organisation and any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

Information point:

If you require any further information about this role, please do not hesitate to contact: recruitment@dyfed-powys.police.uk

Or attend our weekly drop-in recruitment event, Wednesday @ 11am – 11:30am here.

• 1. Must possess G.C.S.E’s Grades A - C, in Mathematics and English Language,or have proven relevant experience to a comparable level in numeracy andliteracy (E)
• 2. Must demonstrate proficiency at working to a high degree of accuracy andshow attention to detail (E)
• 3. Must demonstrate a practical approach to problem solving (E)
• 4. Must have effective written and oral communication skills (E)
• 5. Must have previous experience of delivering high standards of service to internaland external customers (E)

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