At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to examine drug exhibits and assist in forensic reporting.
- Company: Be part of the Tri-Force Forensic Alliance at South Wales Police HQ.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous leave, wellbeing support, gym access, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with strong support for under-represented groups.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in forensic science while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Background in chemistry and lab experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 28000 £ per year.
We are looking for someone to join us as an Assistant Forensic Scientific Officer within our Drugs Unit – in our Tri-Force Forensic Alliance.
A small specialised, dedicated team based in Bridgend South Wales Police HQ. Work is Monday to Friday 8-4, with a degree of flexibility required for additional hours.
About the Role and Your Key Responsibilities
- Maintain reagent and stock levels and carry out general laboratory upkeep, cleaning, and environmental monitoring.
- Undertake the examination of exhibits relating to suspected drugs following an agreed strategy set by a Forensic Scientist.
- Provide simple forensic reports based on testing to assist the courts.
Skills and Experience
- Background in chemistry and previous laboratory experience.
- Transferable working forensic skills and understanding are attractive.
Benefits
- Generous annual leave entitlement of either 29 or 30 days plus 8 bank holidays.
- Employee Assistance Programme and a range of wellbeing support programmes.
- Free access to on-site gyms.
- Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme and Vectis Card.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Hybrid/Agile working (role dependant).
- Flexible working opportunities.
- Local government pension scheme.
- Range of support networks.
- Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave entitlements.
- Generous sick pay provisions.
- Option to become a member of UNISON, the public service union.
Diversity and Welsh Language
To enable us to deliver outstanding policing for everyone, we need people from all backgrounds, with a range of professional and life experiences, so that we are truly representative of our communities. Gwent Police provide a positive action support programme for under‑represented groups. We are proud to be a Welsh‑speaking policing service and welcome applications from candidates with Welsh Language skills.
Disability Confident Employer
We are recognised as a disability confident employer, aiming to recruit and retain disabled people and those with health conditions for their skills and talent. You can indicate on your application form whether you require any support or adjustments to enable you to do the job, or to assist you with your application.
For further information please contact Julia.maddern4@south-wales.police.uk or Sharon.Pyne2@south-wales.police.uk.
Assistant Forensic Scientific Officer - Drugs employer: Gwent Police
Join a dedicated team at the Tri-Force Forensic Alliance in Bridgend, where we prioritise employee wellbeing and professional growth. With generous annual leave, flexible working options, and access to on-site gyms, we foster a supportive work culture that values diversity and inclusivity. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to providing opportunities for all, making this an excellent place for meaningful and rewarding employment.
