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Claire Dyer

Quedgeley ,Gloucesterhire

Summary

A flexible highly self motivated individual who enjoys a challenge and works well under pressure, Conscientious, able to work efficiently as part of a team, providing support for colleagues as well as take own initiative, with outstanding communication skills on all levels and has expertise in working with the general public for over 30 years, with a passion for making a difference. Always eager to learn new skills and under take personal and professional development.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
2015
2015
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Victim Care Officer

Gloucestershire Constabulary
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
11.2023 - Current
  • Thoroughly review all information on crime systems to inform and tailor support to meet individual needs.
  • Ensure Victims of enhanced rights receive their rights under the Victims Code of Practice.
  • Explain and complete special measures application and victim personal statements with victims.
  • Maintain confidentiality of victim information, upholding adherence to data protection regulations.
  • Provide emotional support to victims, promoting mental health wellbeing.
  • Contact victims by preferred method of contact to provide up-to-date and relevant information.
  • Apply a trauma informed approach to communicate with victims and be able to respond and signpost appropriately to victims of complex and distressing crimes.
  • Work collaboratively with the Officer in Charge (OIC) of the investigation to ensure a coordinated and joined up approach to victim care and communication with the common goal of supporting the victim through the criminal justice system.
  • Manage varied and complex workloads with cases at various stages of an investigation.



Police community support officer

Gloucestershire Constabulary
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
04.2022 - 11.2023
  • Handled minor offences for swift resolution without court proceedings.
  • Contributed to reducing crime and anti social behaviour.
  • Increased trust within the community by providing a visible presence on the streets and liaising with local residents.
  • Provided reassurance to victims of crimes, delivering initial support and guidance.
  • Promoted crime prevention advice at local schools, enhancing student awareness of safety measures.
  • Monitored CCTV footage to detect unlawful activities and provide evidence where needed.
  • Assisted in reducing crime rates through intelligence gathering and evidence collection.
  • Supported police officers to achieve more effective law enforcement operations.
  • Forged strong relationships with partner agencies to tackle community issues to find long-term, sustainable solutions
  • Directed high-volume traffic safely around accidents and incidents.
  • Collaborated with public service groups to expand partnerships and improve policing in Tewkesbury.
  • Conducted house-to-house enquiries for vital information in criminal investigations.
  • Responded to non-emergency calls from members of the public, resolving issues efficiently.
  • Dealt with anti-social behaviour effectively, restoring peace in affected communities.
  • Fostered stronger relationships between police and public through open dialogue and transparent
  • Identified vulnerable individuals or families at risk and sign posted to the relevant partner agencies

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Hairdresser/Manager

Hair Systems
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
06.1994 - 04.2022

June 1994 - 1997 Stylist

June 1997 -November 2008 Salon Manager/Head of training

December 2008 -August 2009 Maternity Leave

August 2009 - April 2022 - Part Time Stylist

  • Responsible for recruitment, training, staff development programs and moral management.
  • Resolving clients complaints.
  • Built successful, long-standing client relationships, providing personalized hairstyling services, increasing repeat and referral business
  • Staff performance in absence of management, maintaining faultless salon services.
  • Collaborated closely with colleagues to run an efficient salon operation.
  • Handled manual and computerised scheduling, bookkeeping and inventory management procedures to facilitate smooth daily operations.
  • Enhanced salon reputation with excellent customer service skills.
  • Kept detailed records of customer information and services provided, maintaining continuity of provisions between stylists.

Education

Level 4 Diploma - Community Policing Practice

College of Policing (SFJ Awards)
Gloucestershire
04.2022 - 07.2023

ABC level 3 Diploma - Reflexology

Eileen Gilmour School of Holistics
Worcester, Worcestershire
09.2012 - 10.2013

Level 3 City & Guilds - Certificate in Delivering Learning: An Introduction

Gloucester College
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
09.2005 - 03.2006

City & Guilds NVQ Level 3 Hairdressing - Assess Candidate Performance (D32)

Chippenham College
Chippenham, Wiltshire
03.2000 - 06.2000

City & Guilds NVQ Level 3 - Hairdressing

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Caerphilly

CIBTAC - Beautician and Electrolysis

Gloucester College
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
09.1991 - 10.1994

City & Guilds NVQ Level 2 - Hairdressing

Gloucester College
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
09.1991 - 05.1994

GCSEs - Drama C, English D, Math E, Science D, Childcare D

St Peters High School
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
09.1985 - 06.1991

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Risk Assessment
  • Trauma-informed care -The Nelson Trust Training
  • Emotional resilience
  • Initiative taking
  • Suicide Prevention training - ASIST Training
  • Teamwork
  • Transferable Skills
  • Communication - Active listening, Public Speaking, Written/Oral, Empathy
  • Computer Skills

Timeline

Victim Care Officer

Gloucestershire Constabulary
11.2023 - Current

Police community support officer

Gloucestershire Constabulary
04.2022 - 11.2023

Level 4 Diploma - Community Policing Practice

College of Policing (SFJ Awards)
04.2022 - 07.2023

ABC level 3 Diploma - Reflexology

Eileen Gilmour School of Holistics
09.2012 - 10.2013

Level 3 City & Guilds - Certificate in Delivering Learning: An Introduction

Gloucester College
09.2005 - 03.2006

City & Guilds NVQ Level 3 Hairdressing - Assess Candidate Performance (D32)

Chippenham College
03.2000 - 06.2000

Hairdresser/Manager

Hair Systems
06.1994 - 04.2022

CIBTAC - Beautician and Electrolysis

Gloucester College
09.1991 - 10.1994

City & Guilds NVQ Level 2 - Hairdressing

Gloucester College
09.1991 - 05.1994

GCSEs - Drama C, English D, Math E, Science D, Childcare D

St Peters High School
09.1985 - 06.1991

City & Guilds NVQ Level 3 - Hairdressing

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Claire Dyer