Apprentice - FAS Drugs Lab Technician

We are you looking for the right person who welcomes the challenges of a demanding but rewarding role, where every day you'll be making a genuine difference to people's lives, whilst working towards a nationally recognised qualification. This exciting new apprenticeship working within EMSOU's forensic Team is exactly what you're looking for, then we would encourage you to apply. With this popular role you'll have the opportunity to gain practical and invaluable experience while working alongside a dedicated team of professionals. The right candidate for the role is tech-savvy and meticulous in their work to ensure the smooth running of the day-to-day business. As well as good people skills to communicate with colleagues and external stakeholders. The apprenticeship scheme is open to individuals who are 18 and above however applicants aged 17+ can also apply as long as they turn 18 by the time they start. The role offers fantastic development and career prospects within Nottinghamshire police. To apply please complete and attached all necessary requirements essential for you to apply before the deadline. What to expect The current apprenticeship's offers an opportunity for a Level 3 Qualification Business Administration in the following area, please see the attached job descriptions for further information:

• 1x EMSOU lab technician
• The 18-to-24-month scheme aims to equip apprentices with various skills and knowledge across a wide academic area, whilst gaining an insight into how police staff, support officers work on the frontline., Nottinghamshire Police apprentices will be employed on an 18-to-24-month contract. The working week is 37 hours however as part of the apprenticeship you will be allocated 20% of this time to study. You'll be paid a living wage on this apprenticeship to allow you the opportunity to develop skills, knowledge and experience in the support staff functions of Nottinghamshire Police, giving you the chance to become a valued member of one of our many departments within Headquarters.
What is the recruitment process? This apprenticeship programme will be open to individuals who have the drive, ambition, and desire to contribute to the success of the Police Service. As part of the application, process candidates are required to complete a series of questions and a 500-word supporting statement. When completing this please evidence your skillset against the role profile, which is attached to this advert. CV's will not be accepted.
• Shortlisting will take based on questions and statement provided.
• Successful candidates will be shortlisted and then be invited to interview.
• If you have passed the interview, conditional offers are made, subject to references, vetting and medical.
• References: Nottinghamshire Police will be contacting your referees
• Vetting: Nottinghamshire Police vetting you will request some information from you to commence you individual vetting checks
• Medical: You will be required to complete a medical questionnaire.
  
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