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Regional Sample Reception Officer (PACE)

Regional Forensic Services Unit

Scientific Support Services

Calder Park, Wakefield

Salary: £25,242 - £26,703

Hours: Part time- 18.5 hours per week

West Yorkshire Police as the lead Force for the Yorkshire and the Humber Regional Scientific Support Services (RSSS) are looking to recruit a Regional Sample Reception Officer (PACE) to be based at Calder Park, Wakefield.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive administrative support function in relation to forensic samples.
• Interrogate and update information on a range of technical systems, including the Police National Computer, Socrates and Microsoft packages.
• Be responsible for recording DNA sample submissions and ensuring the integrity of the data in accordance with legislation under the Protection of Freedoms Act (PoFA) and the Police And Criminal Evidence Act (PACE).
• Process and package the DNA samples for onward transmission to the Forensic Service Provider ensuring continuity is maintained.

Essential Criteria

• Basic knowledge of and ability to operate computerised databases and record information accurately
• Good literacy skills
• Ability to prioritise work load and deliver service provision to meet customer requirements
• Knowledge of relevant PACE and DNA legislation would be an advantage. (Desirable)
• An understanding of exhibit continuity and its importance to the Criminal Justice system.

Due to the nature of the role the successful candidate must be prepared to provide biometric samples for inclusion on the Police Elimination Databases.

Benefits of working for us

• Company Pension
• Health and Wellbeing support
• Generous annual leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Blue light discount

This role will close at 23:55 hours on 18th October 2025.

Pay: £25,242.00-£26,703.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person