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Hayley Catherine Gray

Hayley Catherine Gray

Newfield,Durham

Summary

Skilled investigator with solid background in serious crime including Homicide, Violent, Sexual and Safeguarding Investigations. PIP2 accredited as a Family Liaison Officer and Tier 3 Specialist Interviewer. Vast experience supporting Victims through Criminal Justice System, collaborating with Crime Partners and working within Legislation, Policies and Guidance.

Professional, skilled, compassionate and conscientious individual who care deeply about Victims needs and service delivery.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience
22
22
years of post-secondary education

Work history

POLICE STAFF INVESTIGATOR

Northumbria Police
South Shields, South Tyneside
09.2019 - Current
  • Investigate complex safeguarding crime.
  • Interview Victims Witnesses and Suspects
  • Produce detailed Victim Impact Statements
  • Support victims in accordance with Victims Code of Practice
  • Collaborate with external and internal crime partnerships
  • Attend Court, Safeguarding Strategies and Case Conferences.
  • Met needs of multiple investigations at differing paces, in line with legislation and investigation standards.
  • Accomplished Investigator with Commendation from Chief Superintendent for role in multiple victim crime investigation. Compliment from Coroner for quality investigation. Recognised by SIO for complex interview. Currently nominated for Assistant Chief Constable Commendation 2025 role in large complex multi victim investigation.

HOLMES INDEXER

Durham Constabulary
Chester-le-Street, Durham
09.2018 - 08.2019

Efficient and Effective Administrative Support for HOLMES Major Incident Rooms

DETECTIVE CONSTABLE HOMICIDE

Durham Constabulary
Durham City, Durham
01.2006 - 06.2018
  • My role as a Detective in Homicide Investigation included Family Liaison Officer for Families of Victims of Homicide and Manslaughter. Tier 3 Interviewer of Suspects and Specialist interviewer of vulnerable victims and witnesses, File Officer, Exhibits and Disclosure officer, House to House Coordinator, CCTV coordinator.

DETECTIVE CONSTABLE COVERT STANDARDS UNIT

Durham Constabulary
Durham Police HQ, Durham
01.2003 - 01.2006
  • Accomplished advisor to colleagues for the submission of applications under the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act
  • Responsible for Quality Assurance of R.I.P.A applications
  • Management of Covert Human Intelligence Sources PIMS system completing background risk assessment checks.

DETECTIVE CONSTABLE

CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION DEPARTMENT
Peterlee, Durham
01.1996 - 01.2003
  • Responsible for the Detection and Prevention of Crime at a local level
  • Safeguarding of children from abuse
  • Attending Multi agency conferences and strategies
  • Prepared thorough, accurate case files to CPS

Police Constable

Durham Constabulary
Peterlee, Durham
03.1993 - 01.1996
  • Completed 2 year probation
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations.
  • Conducted investigations through interviewing and statement taking of victims and witnesses.
  • Arrested and interviewed suspected criminals.
  • Prepared accurate and timely case files to CPS


Midwife

NHS Foundation Trust
North Tyneside , North Tyneside
01.1990 - 02.1993
  • Delivered specialised care for pregnant women during pregnancy, labour, birth and postnatal periods.
  • Aided decision making by providing correct care and service information, health education and parenting advice.
  • Identified high risk pregnancies, working closely with health care professionals for continued health and safety of mother and child.

Registered General Nurse

NHS Foundation Trust
North Tyneside, North Tyneside
01.1986 - 12.1989
  • Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
  • Administration of Prescribed and Controlled drugs.
  • Ward Management in absence of senior nurse.
  • Respond to Medical Emergencies and assist in minor treatments.
  • Patient Discharge and Working with Multi disciplinary Team ensuring support Services in place.

Education

PIP Level 2 - Policing

College of Policing (former National Policing Improvement Agency)
Durham
02.2000 - 01.2017

Registered Midwife - Midwifery

The Royal College of Midwifery
Newcastle upon Tyne
01.1990 - 07.1991

Registered General Nurse - Nursing

The Royal College of Nursing
North Tyneside
01.1986 - 03.1989

Skills

Relevant to Role - Transferable Skills to suit role of IBCA Claims Manager

  • Interpersonal Skills / Attentive listening /Empathic

PIP Level 2 Family Liaison Officer for Families of Victims of Homicide / Manslaughter PIP level 2, Tier 3 Specialist Interviewer with 31 years in Policing and 7 years in Nursing and Midwifery This has afforded the required skills to meet the needs of Victims and provide outstanding Service Delivery

  • Written and Verbal Skills

Experienced interviewer of victims and victim families to compile Victim Impact Statements for the most Violent and Sexual crimes heard at Crown Court Submission of factual and timely case papers to CPS which have led to successful prosecutions of offenders at Crown Court

  • Continuous Learning and Analytical Skills

Excellent understanding of the Criminal Justice System and collaboration with crime partner agencies throughout Policing career This requires regular professional self development of legislation / good practice / Guidance

Experienced in supporting Victims through Criminal Justice System and applying relevant guidance, regulations and legislation in accordance with Victim Codes of Practice guidelines

  • Team Work and Self Management

Experienced working relationships with Multi disciplinary Teams Frequently work with my own case load Trusted to work alone using own initiative Emotionally resilient and take positive steps to maintain own wellbeing

  • Decision Making and Problem Solving

As a Safeguarding Officer and Investigator I understand the importance of gathering, verifying and assessing all available information to make accurate decisions Excellent knowledge of Safeguarding Role / Referrals to relevant partners

Complete Risk Assessments of Victims of Crime and assess Organisational risk

  • Computer skills

Proficient in IT, inclusive of Microsoft package and quickly adapt to new technology and Computer based Software Systems

Timeline

POLICE STAFF INVESTIGATOR

Northumbria Police
09.2019 - Current

HOLMES INDEXER

Durham Constabulary
09.2018 - 08.2019

DETECTIVE CONSTABLE HOMICIDE

Durham Constabulary
01.2006 - 06.2018

DETECTIVE CONSTABLE COVERT STANDARDS UNIT

Durham Constabulary
01.2003 - 01.2006

PIP Level 2 - Policing

College of Policing (former National Policing Improvement Agency)
02.2000 - 01.2017

DETECTIVE CONSTABLE

CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION DEPARTMENT
01.1996 - 01.2003

Police Constable

Durham Constabulary
03.1993 - 01.1996

Midwife

NHS Foundation Trust
01.1990 - 02.1993

Registered Midwife - Midwifery

The Royal College of Midwifery
01.1990 - 07.1991

Registered General Nurse

NHS Foundation Trust
01.1986 - 12.1989

Registered General Nurse - Nursing

The Royal College of Nursing
01.1986 - 03.1989
Hayley Catherine Gray