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Scenes of crime officers (SOCOs) find, record and recover evidence from crime scenes.
Many employers ask for a degree and will expect you to have experience in police work or a related field, for example intelligence gathering and analysis. Experience of dealing with the public and working in sensitive situations will be helpful. Qualifications or experience in photography can also be useful and may be essential for some jobs.
You'll need:
You'll need to pass enhanced background checks. You'll usually need a driving licence.
In this role you could:
With experience, you could become a senior or principal officer, with responsibility for managing a crime scene investigation (CSI) team. You could also complete further training to manage investigations at major incidents.
Army officers command, manage and motivate teams of soldiers.
Astronomers study the origin and make-up of the universe, including its planets, stars, galaxies and black holes.
Store detectives prevent shoplifting in retail outlets and shopping centres.
Biochemists investigate the chemical processes that take place inside all living things, from viruses and bacteria to people.
Security officers make sure that buildings, valuables and people are safe and secure.
Neighbourhood wardens work in local communities to reduce anti-social behaviour.
When you see the world as Veolia do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone.Veolia’s apprenticeship scheme puts you at the forefront of Ecological Transformation, contributing towards our purpose of protecting the planets natural resources, while supporting the communities they work in.
Are you thinking about a career in the Civil Service, or do you know someone who is? If so, why not consider a Movement to Work placement with the Department for Work and Pensions?PLEASE NOTE: ONGOING start dates.
Are you thinking about a career in the Civil Service, or do you know someone who is? If so, why not consider a Movement to Work placement with the Department for Work and Pensions?Please note: Ongoing start dates
Not only will your organisation (or the Government) pay for all of your training, but you’ll be paid to do it. That means you could actually get paid to get your degree and have no debt!
There are over 625 different apprenticeships to choose from, in a range of industries. Whether you’re interested in law, marketing, construction, or engineering, you’ll find something up your street!
As an apprentice, the minimum you’ll earn is £6.20 an hour, but we’ve seen apprentices earn a starting salary of up to £30,000 a year! You could also get other employee benefits like gym memberships, paid holiday, and sick pay.
Employers think apprentices are 15% more employable than those with other qualifications. In fact, many large employers train their graduates and apprentices together!
There’s only so much you can learn when you just do a qualification. As an apprentice, you’ll also get to learn on the job – whether that’s designing amazing graphics, chopping vegetables, or building engines!
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