NABIS Ballistic Apprentice
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Company West Midlands Police
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Provider CSR SCIENTIFIC TRAINING LIMITED
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Location West Midlands, B4 6NQ
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Type Apprenticeship
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Salary £28,914.00 per year
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Sector Health and science
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Ref NAS-2000063675
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Application Deadline Date 24/11/2026
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Start Date 01/04/2027
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Positions Available 4
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Working Week Monday - Friday, 8.00am to 4.00pm (start / finish times can be flexible but will depend on workload). Fixed Term Contract: 2 Years (April 2029).
Brief Description
The Ballistic Expert Apprenticeship Programme is a collaboration between NABIS, West Midlands Police and the CSR Group. Apprentices will train in fundamental laboratory principles while working toward a Laboratory Technician qualification.
You will work alongside experienced Ballistic Experts.
Training to be Provided
Monthly Training Session in the workplace with CSR.
Future Prospects
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be able to apply for a permanent position if there is one available, but there is no guarantee.
Vacancy Detail
Year 1 of a two-year apprenticeshipLearning a range of forensic techniques related to firearm and ballistic examination and quality management processes in line with ISO17025, whilst working as part of a Forensic Ballistic team to contribute to the development of forensic intelligence products
This year culminates in an examination which must be passed to progress to year 2.
Year 2 of a two-year apprenticeship
Repeated application of key forensic ballistic techniques and quality management processes in line with ISO17025. whilst working as part of a Forensic Ballistic team you will be examining firearms and ballistic material, and mastering microscopy to contribute to the development of forensic intelligence products.
This year culminates in a final examination that must be passed to progress to Forensic Ballistic Expert.
Other Information
Checks may include:
Vetting Checks - You must successfully complete the required level of Management vetting and Security clearance before starting the role. This may include providing information relating to your background and financial history as part of the vetting process.
Medical Checks - Appointment to this role is subject to successfully completing medical checks. This may include a drugs test and, where required, a fitness assessment.
Reference Checks - You will need to provide details covering at least five years of employment, education or other relevant activity history.