With emphasis on partnership working to safeguard vulnerable adults and children in Westminster, I was based at Westminster Social Services and worked as part of dedicated, multi-agency team - awarded ‘Outstanding’ by OFSTED. MASH is comprised of co-located staff from Children’s Social Care, Police and Health from 3 London Boroughs with links to Probation Housing and Youth Offending Team. Working on the Police Public Protection Desk, I worked with MASH partners to assess the level of risk and direct safeguarding concerns to the relevant borough via MASH. Integral to this role was carrying out detailed research to reveal and assess risk, making sound decisions based on evidence and working in effective collaboration with all partners to deliver a seamless, joined up service to protect vulnerable individuals. As part of the investigative aspect of this work, I also liaised with families where needed to establish and verify information. During this time, I worked on a project to raise awareness of and reduce Child Sexual Exploitation through revealing major knowledge gaps in the Hotel sector, engaging them and training their staff. 60 London hotels were covertly tested, all initially failed to respond to the signs and the majority took up subsequent training which empowered staff to confidently recognise and respond to potential Child Sexual Exploitation within their hotels. ✔ Skills & Knowledge further developed: Safeguarding • Partnership Working • Risk Assessment • Research • Investigating • Training

As Warrants Officer, the purpose of my role was to identify and track down wanted fugitives who were deliberately avoiding detection and detention. This was a position of responsibility in which I worked solo as part of a wider team, but essentially had complete autonomy. Managing a varied and complex caseload, I prioritised cases and liaised extensively with partner organisations such as the Department of Work and Pensions to secure additional relevant information leading to their arrest. ✔ Skills & Knowledge further developed: Investigating • Use of Systems • Partnership Working • Attention to Detail

Acting up as sergeant when required, I worked in police roles on the front-line, within the community and in an investigative capacity including:♦ Local Community Ward Officer (Battersea) Responsible for the community of Battersea, I encouraged residents to create neighbourhood watch groups which they enthusiastically embraced and crime reduced in this area. As a visible, approachable and caring presence within the community, I played a part in strengthening the relationship between the police and the community. ♦ Front-line Emergency Response Driver After specialist training, I responded to emergency 999 police calls and attended a range of incidents involving decision making under pressure, driving safely in populated areas and demonstrating solid geographical knowledge of London. ♦ Telephone Investigation Bureau Responding to incoming calls from victims of crime, I carried out initial investigations and uploaded confidential data onto the system for further action where needed. This required sensitivity and good listening skills as callers could be vulnerable, upset and many had English as a second language. ♦ Crime Prevention Officer A proactive role, this involved delivering talks to schools and community groups on personal safety and protecting themselves from potential crime. I visited homes following burglaries and carried out a review of home safety and gave practical advice and support as well as reassurance to the victim to prevent similar incidents in the future. ♦ Crime Prevention Design AdviserThe aim of this role was to ensure new residential buildings in the region were constructed to create safe spaces and reduce crime. Following specialist training, I acted as crime prevention design adviser to architects, town planners and property developers. ✔ Skills & Knowledge further developed: Community Policing • Crime Prevention • Investigating • Training • Decision Making • Leadership • Driving • Communication • Problem Solving

I took care of 2 children aged 2 and 4 at the time which involved assisting with their education and development, taking care of their wellbeing and engaging them in activities in line with their interests. I also prepared meals, assisted with light housework and drove the children to and from nursery and school. This was a rewarding role and I am still in contact with the family to this day.