Investigations Officers
There are several benefits to having an independent investigations officer:
- Impartiality: Our independent investigations officer is able to conduct investigations in an impartial manner, without any pre-existing biases or conflicts of interest. This can help to ensure that all parties involved in an investigation are treated fairly and that the investigation is conducted objectively.
- Expertise: Our independent investigations officer has expertise and experience in conducting investigations, which can help to ensure that investigations are conducted thoroughly and efficiently. This can also help to ensure that investigations are conducted in accordance with best practice and relevant legal requirements.
- Resource efficiency: Our independent investigations officer can help to ensure that investigations are conducted efficiently and without unnecessary delay. This can help to reduce the burden on school staff who may not have the necessary expertise or resources to conduct investigations themselves.
- Confidentiality: Our independent investigations officer can help to ensure that investigations are conducted with a high level of confidentiality, which can help to protect the privacy and reputation of those involved.
- Accountability: Our independent investigations officer can help to ensure that the school is held accountable for any failures or shortcomings identified during an investigation. This can help to promote a culture of transparency and accountability within the school.
Overall, having our independent investigations officer can help to ensure that investigations are conducted fairly, efficiently, and in accordance with best practice and relevant legal requirements. This can help to promote a safe and positive school environment for students and staff alike.
Before joining the team, Ian served 30 years with Kent Police, retiring in 2024 as a Detective Chief Inspector. During his career, he was the Senior Investigating Officer for numerous serious and complex crimes. He specialised in safeguarding vulnerable adults and children and was the strategic lead for Child Protection, Domestic Violence, and Stalking.
While working within the Public Protection Department, Ian was the Senior Officer responsible for the Kent Central Referral Unit and the Medway Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub. He has extensive experience in multi-agency work and has contributed to a large number of Serious Case Reviews.
Anne-Marie has recently retired after 30 years working in the police, predominantly as a detective and safeguarding specialist. She has largely worked in the field of investigation within Child Abuse, Domestic Abuse, Sexual Abuse and Vulnerable Adults. With years of investigations and multi-agency working, she has also has extensive criminal/family court experience. Anne-Marie has received judge’s commendations and holds a master’s degree in advanced child protection.
Anne-Marie holds a QA level three award in Education and Training and, for the last three years oh her policing career taught police officers in the areas of criminal investigations, safeguarding and interviewing.
If you are you looking for an experienced and independent investigations officer to assist with investigations in your school, then look no further.
As independent investigations officers with expertise in conducting impartial and efficient investigations into a range of issues including misconduct, safeguarding, grievance, and compliance, we are here to help.
With a focus on accountability and confidentiality, we will work closely with you and your school to ensure that investigations are conducted in accordance with best practice and relevant legal requirements.
Contact us today, via the contact form to your left, to discuss how we can support your school and promote a safe and positive environment for your students and staff.
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