Clayton is a senior leader in South Wales Police with extensive experience in safeguarding, offender management, and tackling violence against women and girls. He currently leads Public Protection operations and oversees the Police Online Investigation Team (POLIT), a rapidly expanding area in response to emerging digital threats. As Chair of regional safeguarding boards and the Domestic Abuse Oversight Group for Wales, he works closely with multi-agency partners to address complex challenges in protecting vulnerable people. His strategic role across high-demand areas reflects a comprehensive understanding of risk, demand, and the operational response required to safeguard communities.