Nathan Sproat
Morecambe,Lancashire
Summary
I am a disciplined and safety-focused Police Officer with extensive experience in high-pressure, safety-critical environments. Highly trained in pursuit driving, requiring sustained concentration, precision, and rapid decision-making during high-speed pursuits. I have the proven ability to assess risk and maintain control in dynamic situations, including acting as one of the first officers on scene at the Shap train derailment in November 2025. I am experienced in mentoring and assessing new officers as a Professional Development Unit tutor, ensuring high standards of performance and compliance. This demonstrates strong accountability, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety, seeking to transition into a train driver role with Northern Rail, of which I am very passioante about.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
22
22
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Police Officer
Cumbria Constabulary
Kendal, Cumbria
2022.01 - Current
- Addressed ongoing incidents by utilising logical thinking to ensure safe and effective solutions.
- Being the first responder to major incidents, including a train derailment, collaborating with multiple agencies to maintain the safety, security and welfare of individuals.
- Leading, supervising and mentoring student officers as part of my role in the professional development unit, to provide new officers with the knowledge, skills and essential qualities to perform their role as a police officer competently.
- Upholding public and professional standards to adhere to the core values and competencies of the police service.
Supermarket assistant
Sainsburys
Kendal, Cumbria
2018.07 - 2021.12
- Managed logistics for home delivery services, overseeing order dispatch and customer communication to address specific requirements.
- Managed and resolved customer issues and queries to ensure a smooth and efficient service to maximise customer satisfaction.
- Provided leadership to a team to ensure tasks were completed promptly and adhered to tight deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Professional Policing Practice
University of Central Lancashire
Preston 2022.01 - 2024.12
Diploma of Higher Education - Business Studies
Kendal College
Kendal 2017.09 - 2019.07
GCSEs - Mathematics
Kirkbie Kendal School
KendalGCSEs - English
Kirkbie Kendal School
Kendal 2001.04 - 2018.09
GCSEs - Combined Science
Kirkbie Kendal School
Kendal, CumbriaGCSEs - Digital Applications
Kirkbie Kendal School
Kendal, CumbriaGCSEs - Information & Communication Technology
Kirkbie Kendal School
Kendal, CumbriaGCSEs - Drama
Kirkbie Kendal School
Kendal, CumbriaGCSEs - Business Studies
Kirkbie Kendal School
KendalSkills
- Safety-critical decision making in high-risk environments
- Sustained concentration and situational awareness
- Calm and effective performance under pressure
- Strict adherence to rules, procedures, and compliance standards
- Strong attention to detail in dynamic situations
- Clear and professional communication skills
- Coaching, mentoring, and assessing trainee staff
- High level of personal responsibility and accountability
- Ability to interpret and respond to rapidly changing situations
- Time management and reliability in safety-critical roles
Timeline
Police Officer
Cumbria Constabulary
2022.01 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Professional Policing Practice
University of Central Lancashire
2022.01 - 2024.12
Supermarket assistant
Sainsburys
2018.07 - 2021.12
Diploma of Higher Education - Business Studies
Kendal College
2017.09 - 2019.07
GCSEs - English
Kirkbie Kendal School
2001.04 - 2018.09
GCSEs - Mathematics
Kirkbie Kendal School
GCSEs - Combined Science
Kirkbie Kendal School
GCSEs - Digital Applications
Kirkbie Kendal School
GCSEs - Information & Communication Technology
Kirkbie Kendal School
GCSEs - Drama
Kirkbie Kendal School
GCSEs - Business Studies
Kirkbie Kendal School