Nicola WELCH
Chesterfield ,Derbyshire
Summary
I am a dedicated and highly motivated Police Staff Evidential Property Team Leader with 19 years of experience working within a disciplined, fast-paced public service. My expertise is handling, storing and disposing of evidential property to ensure its integrity and admissibility in court.
I am a strong leader with exceptional communicational skills who thrives on taking ownership of complex issues, implement solutions and can truly make a difference as Assistant Payroll Manager.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Evidential Property Team Leader
Derbyshire Constabulary
Ripley, Derbyshire
04.2016 - Current
- Oversee a team responsible for the handling, labelling, storing and disposing of evidential property which has been seized as part of an investigation
- Responsible for monitoring and implementing current procedures for management of property
- Meet tight deadlines
- Undertaking regular audits and updating the software database.
- Responsible for Police Officers reviewing their seized property - retain, return or destroy
- Prepare evidential exhibits for court, fingerprinting at the lab and for interview
- Adhered to legislation, and uphold integrity and honesty whilst conducting duties, ensuring professionalism
- Offer compassion, empathy and support to victims and next of kins whilst professionally handling evidence in line with Police and Criminal Evidence Act
- Collaborate and work effectively with internal departments and external agencies
- Provide strong leadership, support and develop team members by completing 1:1's and in house training
- Lead improvements in the software system Niche and barcode scanners
Police community support officer
Metropolitan Police Service
London , London
09.2008 - 03.2016
- Handled minor offences for swift resolution without court proceedings.
- Promoted crime prevention advice at local schools, enhancing student awareness of safety measures.
- Managed traffic flow during incidents or emergencies, minimising disruption for road users.
- Provided reassurance to victims of crimes, delivering initial support and guidance.
- Responded to non-emergency calls from members of the public, resolving issues efficiently.
- Dealt with anti-social behaviour effectively, restoring peace in affected communities.
- Assisted in reducing crime rates through intelligence gathering and evidence collection.
Education
A-Levels -
Harlow College
Essex 09.2007 - 07.2008
GCSEs - C - English, Maths and Science
St Marys High School
Hertford, Hertfordshire 09.2000 - 07.2007
Skills
- Knowledge and understanding of Criminal Justice Powers Act 2016, CPIA 1996 and PACE 1984
- Excellent communicational skills
- Problem solving and decision making
- Resilience and adaptability
- Professional integrity
- Evidence handling
- Legislation compliance
- Multi-agency collaboration
- Team leadership
- Training and development
Timeline
Evidential Property Team Leader
Derbyshire Constabulary
04.2016 - Current
Police community support officer
Metropolitan Police Service
09.2008 - 03.2016
A-Levels -
Harlow College
09.2007 - 07.2008
GCSEs - C - English, Maths and Science
St Marys High School
09.2000 - 07.2007
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