Curriculum vitae:

I was a Police Officer for almost 18 years before working more recently within the elderly residential care sector in a Learning and Development and Compliance role. 

As a police officer I investigated criminal allegations, worked within different communities and supported victims.  I went on to train and develop Police Officers, Staff, Police Community Support Officers and Special Constables.  Within the care sector I have experience of delivering training in Safeguarding, Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards and assessing the care and mobility needs of the elderly. 

Employment History

2019-2020 Moving and Positioning Lead in the Care Sector 2016–2019 Learning and Development Business Partner in the Care Sector 2018–To date Relaxation and Well-Being Coach with Relax Kids 1998 – 2016 Police Officer 2008- 2016 Police Training Officer 1993-1998 Other roles Assistant Manager for assisted living accommodation, Elderly Care Assessor, Health Care Assistant

Education

2011 Post Graduate Certificate in Education 2008 Dorset Police Generic Trainers Certificate 1996 2:1 BA (Hons) Degree, Human Geography with Physical Geography 1993 A Levels Communication Studies, Sociology, Geography 1991 GCSE’S English Language and Literature, Geography, French, Mathematics, Music, German, Physics, Biology

Training Courses / Qualifications

Edge Key Trainer in people Handling and Risk Assessment Well-Being Coach (Relax Kids) Mindfulness and Relaxation Introduction to Counselling Skills Safeguarding Children in Education Training Paediatric First Aid

Other Relevant Experiences / Awards

I am a member of the National Back Exchange and a Dementia Champion for the Alzheimer’s Society. I was a school Parent Governor and a Police Welfare Representative. I have been awarded a Criminal Justice Award for improving the safety of others and for the reduction of crime and a Police Commendation for attempting to save a life in difficult circumstances.