Custody Detention Officer Recruitment

Hello Resident

Interested in becoming a Custody Detention Officer? Want to know more about the application process? 

Custody Detention Officers (CDO’s) play a vital role in assisting with the secure detention, care and welfare of detained persons and their property. 

They support the safe operations of South Wales Police’s four operational custody suites: Cardiff Bay, Merthyr Tydfil, Bridgend and Swansea.

It is the role of a CDO to support the Custody Officer in providing a safe custody environment and ensure the rights and entitlements of people detained are protected.

You will be required to work 24/7 shifts, including Bank Holidays and Weekends. 

For any individuals who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Any other White Background, a familiarisation event will be hosted on the evening of 24th and 25th September (in Cardiff and Online).  If you are interested in attending, please sign up using the below links:

Online via Microsoft Teams – 24th September 17:30-19:30pm: 

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/south-wales-police-positive-action-cdo-familiarisation-24th-september-24-tickets-1013535049617 

Cardiff Bay Police Station – 25th September 17:30-19:30pm:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/south-wales-police-positive-action-cdo-familiarisation-25th-september-24-tickets-1013560285097 

If you wish to register your interest for future roles/vacancies in South Wales Police, please register on to our database of interest and we will send you further information when applicable.

https://policejobswales.tal.net/vx/appcentre-External/brand-3/candidate/so/pm/8/pl/12/opp/5300-South-Wales-Police-Talent-Bank/en-GB?adhoc_referrer=jobboard_careerssiteMAIN_SWPListens

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us on PositiveAction@south-wales.police.uk