CSI Trainer & Proficiency Tester

Shrivenham / Wantage

Job Title:
CSI Trainer & Proficiency Tester

Location:
Shrivenham / Wantage

Contract Type:
Full-Time or Part-Time

We are looking for an experienced CSI Trainer & Proficiency Tester to facilitate and deliver training courses, bespoke training and Proficiency Testing to meet Law Enforcement needs.


The Forensic Access Group (incorporating Forensic Access, IntaForensics, Alecto Forensics, Analytical Services International and Forensic Testing Services) is a leading provider of forensic science services to the Criminal Justice System.

We are expanding rapidly and looking for an experienced CSI trainer with an in-depth knowledge of CSI training, CSI processes and proficiency testing who can hit the ground running in a fast-paced and fascinating industry.

The Location:

Shrivenham / Wantage

The Position:

During an exciting period of growth at Forensic Access Group, we are looking to hire a CSI trainer/ proficiency tester to join the existing training team.

The CSI trainer/ Proficiency Tester will be responsible for facilitating and delivering training courses, bespoke training and Proficiency Testing to meet Law Enforcement needs not limited to:

  • Preparing inputs / room prep / practical sessions for training and PT
  • Conduct tutorials with students during course
  • Mark exams and written assessments, peer review and final report production
  • When required, organise timetables for courses - rewrite and rearrange inputs where necessary
  • When required, organise, arrange and book external inputs from external consultants / internal scientists
  • Check stock for courses including CSI equipment and consumables, sand for footprints etc
  • Write final written reports for students / forces after conclusion of course or PT and submit to forces
  • General administration duties, as required.
  • Travel to forces across the UK may be required for delivery of PT’s or courses where required.

This role is ideal for someone who has a background in being an operational CSI who has a warm and enthusiastic personality and the ability to talk to anyone and command an audience. The candidate should be organised, effective with a positive outlook and an engaging personality.

CSI Trainer and Proficiency Tester Requirements:

  • Ideally a minimum of 5 years’ experience as an operational CSI
  • Experience in CSI training
  • Ideally previous experience in proficiency testing
  • Full/Clean driving licence, with the ability to attend PT and training across the UK
  • The role may involve travel across the UK
  • Police clearance to NPPV3, or the ability to qualify for such clearance (5 years’ continuous UK residency, no criminal convictions, no pending criminal convictions)
  • Good knowledge of Quality Management Systems

Person specification:

  • Effective time management ensuring objectives and tasks are completed on time and to a high standard.
  • Enthusiastic with a positive attitude and willingness to get involved.
  • Make a positive contribution and take responsibility for how actions affect the rest of the team.
  • Team player, able to work flexibly and with initiative to bring forward ideas.
  • Strong Communication skills
  • Excellent English and grammar, and a keen eye for detail
  • Highly organised and use to taking ownership of workload and deliverables.
  • Proven administrative ability and computer literacy.
  • A flexible approach to working hours.

Company Benefits:

The company supports and encourages individuals to grow and develop with their career whilst balancing work and life, truly accommodating with life outside of the business.  We are an ambitious, growing group of companies, but we maintain a small company culture.  Every team member is valued, with each individual having access to all levels of management, including the CEO who is onsite regularly.

  • Company pension
  • Healthcare benefit including employee assist program and 24-hour GP line
  • Life insurance 3x salary
  • Free on-site parking
  • Flexible working
  • Employee recognition/long service awards
  • Employee referral scheme
  • Gym membership
  • Regular social events

What Happens Next?

We are all about our people, following an initial successful application, those progressing to interview will have the opportunity to come into our offices, meet with the team and a tour of our training unit. Individuals are the key to our success.

We want to ensure that you are excited to be joining us, as we are for you to be joining us! 

Please note: Due to the nature of the role and our work, applicants will be required to be DBS checked, and able to pass a SC/NVVP3 security clearance check. To gain this level of security clearance you must have been resident in the UK for a continuous period of 5 years.

Apply here.