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Richard Channelle

Bristol,United Kingdom

Summary

NVQ Assessor with extensive experience in custodial settings, skilled in guiding learners to achieve Level 1 and 2 qualifications. Expertise in developing tailored training plans and maintaining compliance with assessment standards. Recent qualification in Internal Quality Assurance highlights dedication to educational excellence. Proven ability in conflict resolution and effective communication with diverse populations, including individuals in custody.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education

Work history

NVQ assessor

Weston College
Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset
01.2023 - Current

Assess learners in Level 1 and Level 2 Warehousing and Storage courses at HMP Leyhill and Bristol.

Delivered short courses on Health and Safety, Manual Handling, and Equality and Diversity.

  • Provided one-on-one support to learners with dyslexia, ADHD, and those unable to work in groups.

Police Support Officer

Bristol Port Company
Avonmouth, Bristol
08.2014 - 01.2023

Ensured safety and security of Avonmouth and Royal Portbury Docks.
Conducted mobile and foot patrols in restricted areas.
Performed searches of vehicles and individuals exiting docks.
Managed gate operations and monitored CCTV footage.
Provided support to police officers during crime incidents.

Administrator

Ministry of Justice
Bristol, South Gloucestershire
03.2012 - 08.2014

Managed prisoner monies and telephone accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Postman

Royal Mail
Bristol, South Gloucestershire
02.2011 - 02.2012

Executed sorting, preparing, and delivering of mail on foot and via delivery van.

Learning support assistant

Serco/HMP/YOI Ashfield
Bristol, South Gloucestershire
08.2005 - 11.2010

Engaged with young offenders individually to address violent behaviour and mental health issues.

Facilitated integration of segregated individuals into suitable educational settings.

  • Provided classroom support to teachers in academic and vocational subjects.

Prison Officer

Serco/HMP/YOI Ashfield
Bristol, South Gloucestershire
09.2004 - 08.2005

Maintained safety and security of young offenders in custody through proactive measures.
Developed positive relationships with offenders using personal officer scheme.
Effectively managed emergency situations by implementing correct protocols.
Performed comprehensive searches of prisoners and cells to uphold security standards.
Collaborated with outside agencies, such as Youth Offending Team, to enhance rehabilitation initiatives.

Warehouse operative

Safeway/Morrisons
Bristol, South Gloucestershire
07.1989 - 09.2004

Functioned primarily as forklift truck driver with supplementary tasks including goods receipt, order assembly, stock management, despatch coordination, and team supervision.

Warehouse operative/transport clerk

Tesco
Bristol, South Gloucestershire
04.1987 - 07.1989

Conducted order picking and despatch tasks as part of general warehouse responsibilities.
Drove forklift truck to enhance material handling processes.
Transitioned to role of transport clerk in last months, overseeing transportation logistics.

Education

Level 3 - Health and Safety for Managers

High Speed Training
Bristol
10.2024 - 12.2024

Level 4 - The Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice

Pearson Edexcel
Bristol
06.2024 - 12.2024

Level 3 - Assessing and Vocational Achievement

City & Guilds
Bristol
03.2023 - 09.2023

Level 2 - Learning Support

City & Guilds
Bristol
01.2008 - 04.2008

Diploma of Higher Education - Social Policy and Criminology

Open University
Bristol
04.2001 - 12.2003

Bachelor of Science - Social Policy

Open University
Bristol
04.2001 - 12.2006

Skills

  • Advanced report writing
  • Special needs education
  • Workplace observation
  • Competency standards expertise
  • Self-discipline reinforcement
  • Tactical diplomacy
  • Diversity sensitivity
  • Flexibility

Timeline

Level 3 - Health and Safety for Managers

High Speed Training
10.2024 - 12.2024

Level 4 - The Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice

Pearson Edexcel
06.2024 - 12.2024

Level 3 - Assessing and Vocational Achievement

City & Guilds
03.2023 - 09.2023

NVQ assessor

Weston College
01.2023 - Current

Police Support Officer

Bristol Port Company
08.2014 - 01.2023

Administrator

Ministry of Justice
03.2012 - 08.2014

Postman

Royal Mail
02.2011 - 02.2012

Level 2 - Learning Support

City & Guilds
01.2008 - 04.2008

Learning support assistant

Serco/HMP/YOI Ashfield
08.2005 - 11.2010

Prison Officer

Serco/HMP/YOI Ashfield
09.2004 - 08.2005

Diploma of Higher Education - Social Policy and Criminology

Open University
04.2001 - 12.2003

Bachelor of Science - Social Policy

Open University
04.2001 - 12.2006

Warehouse operative

Safeway/Morrisons
07.1989 - 09.2004

Warehouse operative/transport clerk

Tesco
04.1987 - 07.1989
Richard Channelle