Research & Data Quality Officer

Force

South Wales Police

Role Type

Police Staff

Business Area

Information Management

Department

Information Management

Location

HQ, Bridgend

Grade

SC45

Salary

£27,204.00 - £32,613.00

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours per Week

Type of Contract

Permanent

Level of Welsh language ability required?

Shortlisting Date

7 July 2026

Interview Date

14 July 2026

Closing Date

30/06/2026, 15:00

Job Advert Description

Would you like a career like no other? If so… Join Us

South Wales Police brings 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 apply to become part of our policing family.

We are looking for people to Join us as a Research and Data Quality Officer within our Information Management Team

Could you be who we are looking for?

The current vacancy sits within Freedom of Information Team who process requests for Police Information from various sources to comply with the legislation.

It’s a busy, dynamic and supportive environment, and a great one to join for those looking for a new challenge, and an opportunity to utilise and develop existing skills and experience, knowing every day you come to work you make a real difference to the communities we serve here at TeamSWP.

The department works Monday to Friday, with some potential for hybrid working when you are up and running.

This is a permanent position in the Freedom of Information Team.

The Post holder will be required to work amongst a specialised team responsible for providing Police disclosure to applicants to satisfy their enquiries.

The post holder will be required to carry out a range of research, disclosure, and administrative activities, including researching police systems and preparing disclosure reports and packages in accordance with relevant policies, procedures, agreements and legislation.

The post holder may be requested to undertake duties within other areas of Information Management in accordance with the needs and priorities of the department.

We are seeking applications from dynamic individuals with a good work ethic who are;

• Suitably qualified.
• Computer literate and proficient in the use of Microsoft applications.
• Experienced in using information management systems with a high degree of speed and accuracy.
• Able to communicate effectively and professional both orally and in writing.
• Able to accurately record, retrieve and present information.
• Keen and quick to learn as on the job training will be provided for you to reach your potential.

If you have police systems or disclosure experience, then this is a perfect opportunity for you to expand your skill profile.

What are the benefits of working for South Wales Police?

There are numerous benefits to working for South Wales Police, from learning and development opportunities to schemes which aim to improve your lifestyle and wellbeing, as well as generous Local Government Pension Scheme / Police Pension Schemes, paid annual leave, flexible working and family friendly policies and many more.

What else do I need to know?

The successful Candidate must be willing to undergo vetting to MV/SC Vetting.

Please note, if you are an internal candidate and subject to an ongoing PSD investigation, your appointment or placement in the role may be delayed pending an outcome. Whether the role is held open will be considered on a case-by-case basis

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.

If you would like any more information about the role, please contact Sally Hillman on 07970 162689