Marc Notley
Daventry,Northamptonshire
Summary
Dedicated and highly experienced professional with over 30 years of experience in public service. Proven leader with a strong track record in managing complex, high-pressure situations while demonstrating compassion, empathy and integrity. Holds a degree in Psychology and is currently undertaking a PhD research degree in Psychology with the University of Leicester, thus providing insight to enhance leadership practice and wellbeing. Highly skilled in people management, communication, training and development. Looking to contribute transferable abilities to a stimulating and impactful role.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work history
Crew Manager
Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service
Northampton, Northamptonshire
1999.07 - 2025.07
- Led emergency response operations across diverse high-pressure incidents.
- Developed and delivered training programs, including fire, water, swift water, line rescue, and specialist vehicle operations.
- Implemented fire prevention initiatives, improving community safety. Engaged with emergency services and community groups to strengthen disaster response.
- Assisted in implementing mental health awareness initiatives to ensure that firefighters had the best available access to quality mental health programmes, including peer support and critical incident debriefs.
- Mentor for DOE from 2005-2015, and I also worked with the Young Firefighters programme.
Royal Marine
MOD
London, London
1992.02 - 1999.02
- Successfully undertook the elite Royal Marines Commando program at CTCRM, Lympstone, Devon, highlighting exceptional fitness, mental fortitude, and tactical capability.
- Conducted amphibious and infantry operations across diverse environments, including urban, mountainous, and forested terrains.
- Specialised in Assault Engineer operations, including demolitions, mine and ordinance.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Psychology
University of Leicester
Leicester 2024.09 -
Bachelor of Science - Psychology with Counselling
The Open University
Milton Keynes 2018.09 - 2023.05
Diploma of Higher Education - Counselling
WCG Pershore
Pershore, Worcestershire 2022.09 - 2023.09
GCSEs - Maths, English Language, English Literature, Physics, Art Design and Technology
Shoeburyness Comprehensive School
Southend-on-Sea 1983.09 - 1988.05
Skills
- Certified Mental Resilience Coach (2023)
- Advanced First Aid
- IFE Level 3 Certificate in Fire Science, Operations, Fire Safety and Management
- Rescue 3 UK-accredited Swift Water Rescue (SRT) Instructor (2005 – Retirement, including CPD Revalidation Training undertaken annually)
- Rescue 3 UK-accredited Swift Water Flood and Rescue Boat Operator (SFRBO) Instructor (2017)
- IOSH Managing Safely (2011)
Affiliations
- I've competed in numerous sporting events including the London Marathon, 2 Ironman Triathlons and many 1 day cycling events in the UK and Europe
Timeline
Doctor of Philosophy - Psychology
University of Leicester
2024.09 -
Diploma of Higher Education - Counselling
WCG Pershore
2022.09 - 2023.09
Bachelor of Science - Psychology with Counselling
The Open University
2018.09 - 2023.05
Crew Manager
Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service
1999.07 - 2025.07
Royal Marine
MOD
1992.02 - 1999.02
GCSEs - Maths, English Language, English Literature, Physics, Art Design and Technology
Shoeburyness Comprehensive School
1983.09 - 1988.05