KATRINA JANE SMITH

Highly experienced and dedicated police professional with 23 years of service, bringing a comprehensive background across frontline response, neighbourhood policing, custody, and multi-agency safeguarding. Proven leadership as a Sergeant with a strong track record of managing teams, developing individuals, driving performance, and building trust within communities. Skilled in risk assessment, safeguarding vulnerable individuals, and working collaboratively with partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes. Calm under pressure, decisive, and committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity and public service.

Key Experience

• Response Officer
  Delivered immediate frontline policing to emergency and priority incidents, demonstrating strong decision-making in high-pressure situations. Managed a wide range of incidents including public disorder, domestic abuse, and serious crime, ensuring effective resolution and victim support.
• Neighbourhood Police Officer
  Developed strong relationships within local communities, working proactively to address anti-social behaviour, reduce crime, and increase public confidence. Engaged with community groups, schools, and local stakeholders to identify and solve ongoing issues through problem-oriented policing.
• Sergeant – Neighbourhood Policing
  Led and supervised neighbourhood teams, setting priorities, allocating resources, and driving performance. Actively coached and mentored officers and staff, supporting their professional development through regular reviews, feedback, and structured development plans. Managed team welfare, performance issues, and disciplinary matters where required, while fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team culture. Played a key role in long-term problem solving, partnership working, and community engagement strategies.
• Sergeant – Custody
  Managed custody suites, ensuring the safe, lawful, and ethical detention of individuals. Oversaw prisoner welfare, risk assessments, and compliance with legislation and codes of practice. Supervised and developed custody staff, ensuring adherence to procedures, maintaining high standards of care, and supporting continuous professional development within a high-risk environment.

Sergeant – Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
Worked collaboratively with social services, health professionals, and partner agencies to assess and manage safeguarding concerns. Played a critical role in protecting vulnerable children and adults, conducting risk assessments, and making informed decisions to ensure their safety and wellbeing. Provided leadership within a multi-agency setting, guiding staff, quality assuring decision-making, and ensuring consistent safeguarding standards

• Monitored and authorised entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to prevent theft and ensure security compliance.
• Conducted security checks at building entrances, screening visitors for prohibited items to uphold safety standards and granting authorised access.
• Monitored CCTV systems to detect disruptions or unlawful acts, promptly reporting incidents to law enforcement to facilitate timely responses.
• Patrolled grounds after hours on foot to maintain visible presence and detect violations.
• Checked doors, windows and gates for signs of unauthorised entry.
• Maintained secure access control, monitoring visitors and completing scans to locate contraband items.
• Responded to alarms and investigated disturbances to assess and neutralise potential threats swiftly.
• Enforced company policies regarding security and confidentiality, addressing violations promptly to minimise risks.
• Issued visitor passes and temporary badges, keeping records of entry and exit to maintain security clearance levels.
• Developed security policies to protect assets and individuals.