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Working in the Digital Forensic teams, you will utilise a range of equipment and tools to support the recovery of evidence from digital devices seized in a variety of investigations. You will learn and develop practical skills in a range of digital practices and services.
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working, learning on the job by getting hands-on experience.
Responsibilities
- Supported by Digital Forensic staff, use a wide range of commercial and specialist digital forensic and video analysis software and hardware tools
- Working under instruction, to provide assistance to the Digital Forensic Examiners
- Safe handling of forensic exhibits to ensure continuity, confidentiality, and security is maintained at all times
- Develop a practical understanding of the principles of digital evidence and how it is used to support investigations and criminal justice processes
- Develop and evidence an understanding of Digital Forensic good practice methodologies (ISO17025/17020 standards, FSR Codes, ACPO Principles of Digital Evidence and other legislation) used in the examination of computers, mobile phones, CCTV, and other digital devices
- Produce a professional development portfolio by completing an accredited course of study and training courses, achieving and maintaining competence to support a range of digital evidence activities and administrative tasks
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Requirements
Essential qualifications:
- GCSE in English (grade 4 or above)
Skills:
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Other requirements:
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team of Digital Forensic examiners
- Possess good communication skills (both verbal and written) in support of training staff and delivering innovative technologies
- Be enthusiastic, hardworking and flexible
Desirable:
- Cat B (Van) driving licence
- Full UK driving licence
Benefits
- Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
- Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be able to apply for a permanent position if one is available.
About West Midlands Police
West Midlands Police is the second-largest police force in the country, serving the three major cities of Birmingham, Coventry, and Wolverhampton, alongside the districts of Sandwell, Walsall, Solihull, and Dudley.
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Against this backdrop, the force handles more than 2,000 emergency calls every day, while patrolling the streets and responding to incidents 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We have made significant improvements in reducing overall crime, improving call response times, and increasing arrest rates. This work can only continue with the right people, therefore as an employer of choice, we are looking for the right people who can serve and protect our communities.
https://www.westmidlands.police.uk (opens in new tab)
Disability Confident: A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions. You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.
Contact
BLUELIGHTSDIGITAL LTD Reference code: VAC2000040516
Application Process
Closes in 29 days (Tuesday 4 August 2026) After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.
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