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Nicole Bryce

MITCHAM,Greater London

Summary

Motivated and resilient graduate currently on the Unlocked Graduate Leadership Programme, working as a Prison Officer at HMP High Down while studying for an MSc in Custodial Leadership. Through frontline experience and academic learning, I’ve developed strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills alongside a deep understanding of criminal justice and rehabilitation. I’m eager to broaden my experience in policy, research, and strategy to support evidence-based approaches to crime reduction and public safety.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work history

Prison Officer – Unlocked Graduate Programme

HMP High Down
07.2024 - 03.2026
  • Undertake frontline duties in a Category C prison, focusing on safety, rehabilitation, and dynamic security.
  • Participate in leadership development and policy research projects.

Operational Support Grade

HMP Downview
12.2023 - 07.2024
  • Supported women’s prison operations including security checks and prisoner movements.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety and effective communication.

Hospitality & Retail Roles

Darwin & Wallace, Smiggle, Primark
01.2017 - 01.2023
  • Delivered customer service and managed staff in fast-paced environments.
  • Built resilience, adaptability, and problem-solving skills under pressure.
  • Supervisor at Smiggle, managing a quality service and working together.

Education

MSc - Custodial Leadership

Leeds Trinity University
01.2024 - 1 2026

BSc (Hons) - Criminal Justice and Criminology

University of Hertfordshire
01.2019 - 1 2022

Skills

  • Offender Management
  • Policy Awareness
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Resilience
  • Time Management

References

References upon request

Timeline

Prison Officer – Unlocked Graduate Programme

HMP High Down
07.2024 - 03.2026

MSc - Custodial Leadership

Leeds Trinity University
01.2024 - 1 2026

Operational Support Grade

HMP Downview
12.2023 - 07.2024

BSc (Hons) - Criminal Justice and Criminology

University of Hertfordshire
01.2019 - 1 2022

Hospitality & Retail Roles

Darwin & Wallace, Smiggle, Primark
01.2017 - 01.2023
Nicole Bryce