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Kathryn Mather

Read,Lancashire

Summary

Dedicated Police Sergeant with over 17 years service with Lancashire Constabulary. Demonstrated leadership in mentoring, supervising, supporting and developing student officers in various stages of their training. Proven expertise in induction, welfare and practical training, leading to enhanced motivation, performance and retention. Skilled Hostage and Crisis Negotiator and Deputy Lead for the Hostage and Crisis Negotiation cadre. Adept at building relationships with partners and contributing to strategic initiatives. Motivated and highly qualified, holding both Sergeant and Inspector qualifications, currently working towards an assessor's qualification.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Supported Development Unit Sergeant

Lancashire Constabulary
04.2020 - Current
  • Lead a team of 10 tutor Constables and 60 student officers across multiple cohorts, ensuring successful induction and practical operational training.
  • Develop and implement comprehensive induction programs, fostering motivation, welfare and optimal performance standards.
  • Regularly assess and review student officer performance and progress, utilising various IT programs to compile detailed reports for senior officers.
  • Support recruitment and selection processes, including interviewing prospective candidates, ensuring the recruitment of high-calibre officers to the training program.
  • Collaborate with other line managers ensuring seamless transition of student officers completing training to their permanent placements.
  • Contribute to enhancing the retention rate of new officers through effective support strategies.
  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with UCLan, collaborating closely for program excellence.
  • Demonstrate adaptability and flexibility while managing students across various stages and disciplines.

Hostage and Crisis Negotiator

Lancashire Constabulary
03.2018 - Current
  • Utilise effective communication techniques to manage high-stress situations and achieve safe and peaceful outcomes.
  • Collaborate closely with senior officers to plan and execute crisis response strategies, ensuring public safety and swift resolutions.
  • Appointed as Deputy Lead for the Hostage and Crisis Negotiation cadre, demonstrating outstanding negotiation skills and leadership.
  • Train and mentor new negotiators, contributing to the cadre's continuous improvement and success.

Education

BSc (Hons) - Computing with Accountancy

University of Central Lancashire
Preston
1999 - 2022

A-Levels - Technology, Art, Physics, General Studies

Burnley Sixth Form Centre
Burnley
1996 - 1998

GCSEs - 9 GCSEs including Maths and English

Burnley Habergham High School
Burnley
1991 - 1996

Skills

  • Leadership and Team Management
  • Hostage and Crisis Negotiation
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Training and Development
  • Performance Assessment
  • Recruitment and Selection
  • IT Proficiency
  • Relationship Building and Collaboration

Certification


  • Hostage and Crisis Negotiator, Lancashire Constabulary - 2018
  • Recruitment and Selection, Lancashire Constabulary - 2021
  • Negotiator Coordinator, Lancashire Constabulary - 2022

Timeline

Supported Development Unit Sergeant

Lancashire Constabulary
04.2020 - Current

Hostage and Crisis Negotiator

Lancashire Constabulary
03.2018 - Current

BSc (Hons) - Computing with Accountancy

University of Central Lancashire
1999 - 2022

A-Levels - Technology, Art, Physics, General Studies

Burnley Sixth Form Centre
1996 - 1998

GCSEs - 9 GCSEs including Maths and English

Burnley Habergham High School
1991 - 1996

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