Criminal Justice Support Unit – Public Service Access Programme
Would you like a career like no other? If so… JoinUs
South Wales Police bring together thousands of people with the same aim – to keep South Wales safe.
We want to be the best at understanding and responding to our community’s needs. To do this we need the very best candidates from a wide range of backgrounds to become part of our policing family.
This opportunity gives you the chance to put your knowledge to the test in a practical and professional setting where you will gain valuable work experience and training. You can be confident that throughout your placement you will be supported by an expert team who will encourage you to fulfil your potential.
Becoming part of #TeamSWP will offer you a unique learning experience where you will contribute to real life projects in a complex and diverse environment. We value individuality and encourage new ideas and creativity that will contribute to our success as a force and make a difference to society.
An exciting position has arisen within our Criminal Justice Support Unit, working closely with colleagues throughout the force and being involved with the day-to-day business of our busy team triage and processing of Postal Charge Requisitions to the Criminal Prosecution Service, and manage warrants issued for fail to appear offences.
This role will commence in July 2026 and continue for a fixed term period of 6 months.
As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. However, as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates are currently underrepresented within the Force, we would particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse candidates.
To support the ambition of a diverse workforce, South Wales Place is able to offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS). The GIS is available for people living with a disability or identify as ethnically diverse.
If you are an applicant who is living with a disability or from an ethnically diverse background (Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic) and would like to be considered under the GIS, you must meet the essential minimum criteria for the role as outlined in the advert and role profile. You should take time to evidence that you meet each of the essential criteria in your application form and/or personal statement and CV.
Qualification Criteria
Must have a Level 3 qualification or relevant work experience
Must have a good standard of education to at least GCSE A-C Level, including Maths and English, or be able to demonstrate equivalent skills and abilities.
KEY DATES
Shortlisting for this vacancy will take place on 16th and 17th February 2026.
Interviews for this vacancy will take place on either 16th or 17th March 2026.
We anticipate a large volume of applications for this placement as such we reserve the right to close the vacancy when a sufficient number of applications are received.
The role is due to close on 30th January 2026 - apply today and join Team SWP!