Nichola Buckley

· Planned and implemented criminal investigations to solve assigned cases, through developing core competencies in in conducting interviews, collating evidence, analysing data, preparing reports and presenting cases in Court.

· Headed Serious & Complex investigations in Sexual Offences, managing a team, delegating actions, ensuring accountability and providing support where necessary.

· Responded calmly to manage crises and emergency situations, assessing threat, harm and risk from intelligence reports and selected management or dissemination options.

· Assessed risks to address uncertainty and make informed decisions.

· Liaised with Prosecution partners to manage processes around Court proceedings.

· Testified in Courts to support case evidence and findings and secure convictions for defendants.

· Secured charges against suspected criminals, gaining desired outcomes for complainants and communities. Most recent conviction for a defendant charged with Rape was nineteen (19) years imprisonment.

· Practiced high-quality judgment in complex, risky and challenging situations to align with Professional Capabilities Framework.

· Facilitated positive change through implementation of evidence-based intervention strategies.

· Reported on case progress, updates and interventions in alignment with regulatory standards.

· Developed appropriate case plans and intervention strategies to address safeguarding needs.

· Collaborated with other professionals in health and social care, along with other community support personnel to offer and coordinate guidance and support.

· Offered trauma-informed support, resources and care options for both complainants and defendants during apparent crisis, adhering to safeguarding principles.

· Maintained accurate, up-to-date and confidential files in line with reporting standards, safeguarding sensitive information with strict adherence to privacy and data security policies.