Michael Barnes
Maidstone,Kent
Summary
Security professional with expertise in crisis management, adept at handling medical emergencies and de-escalating violent situations. Skilled in recognizing signs of mental health crises and substance influence. Experienced in multicultural environments, fostering understanding and tolerance. Committed to self-awareness and cultural sensitivity in diverse settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Prison Officer
HMPPS, HMP Maidstone
Maidstone
2023.04 - 2025.11
- Suppressed disturbances, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and maintaining order.
- Managed conflict situations between inmates, fostering a safer and more harmonious environment.
- Conducted security checks, enhancing overall prison security.
- Reported any suspicious behaviour to superiors promptly, aiding in threat mitigation.
- Handled difficult situations calmly, ensuring minimal disruption within the facility.
- Cooperated with multi-disciplinary team members, enhancing management strategies for improved inmate outcomes.
- Participated in rehabilitation activities to promote reintegration into society.
- Administered first aid treatment, supporting inmate health and wellness.
Duel Badged Officer
SERCO
2022.05 - 2023.04
- Executed transport of adults and young people to and from police stations, prisons, and courts, ensuring adherence to control and restraint protocols as a duel badged officer.
- Provided first aid assistance during emergencies.
- Maintained confidentiality of court cases and personal data, ensuring sensitive information was handled discreetly and securely.
Delivery Driver
Pizza Hut
Maidstone, Kent
2021.04 - 2022.04
- Adapted to changing road conditions quickly ensuring safe and timely deliveries.
- Delivered food and assisted in food preparation to ensure timely and quality service.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness to uphold professional image and enhance customer confidence.
Ambulance Care Assistant
G4S Patient Transport
2020.06 - 2020.09
- Assisted patients with transport to and from hospital, ensuring comfort and safety throughout journey.
- Displayed sensitivity while dealing with distressed family members; maintained professionalism at all times.
- Safely loaded and unloaded stretchers into ambulances, prioritising patient comfort and minimising distress.
Opportunities Coordinator
Insite Behavioural Specialists
Teynham, Sittingbourne, Kent
2019.10 - 2020.04
- Developed personalised care plans, resulting in unique patient support.
- Promoted positive lifestyle changes that contributed to sustained improvements in mental health and wellbeing.
- Supported individuals with mental disabilities and learning difficulties to access community resources, enhancing their quality of life.
- Approached sensitive situations with empathy, ensuring professional boundaries were upheld to foster trust and safety.
Care Assistant
Bluebird Care
Sittingbourne
2017.09 - 2019.08
- Delivered personal and palliative care in community settings, ensuring comfort and dignity for individuals in their homes.
- Supported daily living activities, enhancing patient comfort and independence.
- Helped with personal care tasks, promoting hygiene and cleanliness amongst patients.
- Offered emotional support to patients, fostering improved mental wellbeing and resilience.
- Ensured safe environment by maintaining orderliness and cleanliness in their homes.
- Documented reports on daily observations accurately, helping in keeping track of every customer's progress over time.
Education
GCSEs - Business, Mathematics, English Literature and Language, Science, Additional Science, Religion, Leisure and Tourism, Sports Science, History
The Abbey School Faversham
Faversham, KentA-Levels - Law, Business Studies, Film Studies
Fulston Manor School
Sittingbourne, KentSkills
- Self-Defence techniques
- Calm under pressure
- Key control proficiency
- Escort and transporting procedures
- Multicultural sensitivity and awareness
- Tolerance and patience
- Security-Focused mindset
- Cell search procedures
- Substance abuse identification
- Mental resilience
References
- Ali, Jafari, maidstone.660@yum.com, 01622 683684, Pizza Hut, 1 Woodville Road, Maidstone, ME15 7BS
- Kerry, Poole, Kerry.poole1@justice.gov.uk, 01622 775360, HMPPS, 36 County Road, Maidstone, ME14 9UG
Timeline
Prison Officer
HMPPS, HMP Maidstone
2023.04 - 2025.11
Duel Badged Officer
SERCO
2022.05 - 2023.04
Delivery Driver
Pizza Hut
2021.04 - 2022.04
Ambulance Care Assistant
G4S Patient Transport
2020.06 - 2020.09
Opportunities Coordinator
Insite Behavioural Specialists
2019.10 - 2020.04
Care Assistant
Bluebird Care
2017.09 - 2019.08
GCSEs - Business, Mathematics, English Literature and Language, Science, Additional Science, Religion, Leisure and Tourism, Sports Science, History
The Abbey School Faversham
A-Levels - Law, Business Studies, Film Studies
Fulston Manor School