Digital Forensics Postgraduate

Force

South Wales Police

Role Type

Police Staff

Business Area

Joint Scientific Investigation Unit

Department

Joint Scientific Investigation unit

Location

HQ, Bridgend

Grade

SC3

Salary

£25,948.00

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours per Week

37

Type of Contract

Fixed Term

Time Commitment Duration (Months)

12

Level of Welsh language ability required?

2

Shortlisting Date

16 February 2026

Interview Date

16 March 2026

Closing Date

30/01/2026, 15:00

Job Advert Description

Would you like a career like no other? If so… JoinUs

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 become part of our policing family.

The South Wales Police Post Graduate placement gives you the opportunity to put your academic 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 internship 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.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Digital Forensics Post Graduate to join us for 12 months, this role will give you the opportunity to become involved with a range of tasks and gain valuable experience in the Digital Forensics arena.

Working within the imaging lab in the Digital Forensic Unit you will be responsible for the extraction of data from a variety of digital exhibits which may include computers, mobile phones, drones and smart devices. Full training will be provided on a number of advanced extraction techniques and the associated evidence handling procedures. You will be expected to provide technical advice and assistance to officers engaged in the investigation of digital crimes throughout the South Wales Police area.

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

To be eligible you must possess a 2:1 degree or higher in a field related to Digital Forensics or similar relevant subject and have achieved this within the last 3 years from the placement start date, 14th September 2026.

You will have knowledge in Microsoft Windows, OS X, iOS, Linux and Android operating systems with a sound understanding of criminal law, with particular emphasis on computer crime legislation, including RIPA, computer misuse, ECHR and Data Protection. Experience with forensic imaging and examination tools would be beneficial.

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 apply today and join Team SWP

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