Helen Self

Experienced and people‑focused professional with a strong background in safeguarding, community engagement, tenancy‑related support, and managing complex caseloads across public sector environments. Skilled in supporting vulnerable individuals, carrying out home visits, responding to welfare concerns, and working collaboratively to resolve issues such as hoarding, mental health needs, and property‑related challenges. Brings excellent communication skills, sound judgement, and the ability to deliver clear and empathetic advice, including in difficult or sensitive situations.

Highly organised, confident working independently across a wide geographic area, and committed to helping residents sustain their tenancies and feel secure within their communities.

Representative & Health & Safety Lead - Suffolk Police Federation

(2022-01 - 2025-01)

• Represented officers in complex misconduct and grievance cases, ensuring fair and compliant outcomes.
• Led the Federation's Health & Safety strategy, promoting compliance and a culture of wellbeing.
• Provided welfare support to officers in challenging personal and professional circumstances.

Community Engagement Officer - Suffolk Constabulary

(2018-01 - 2022-01)

• Maintained strong community relations during COVID-19 through digital and outreach initiatives.
• Organised community events to strengthen public trust and accessibility of policing services.

Youth Offending Officer - Suffolk Constabulary

(2016-01 - 2018-01)

• Worked in multi-agency teams to support at-risk young people.
• Delivered targeted interventions to reduce reoffending and promote positive outcomes.

Community Beat Officer - Suffolk Constabulary

(2004-01 - 2006-01)

• Built longstanding community relationships through proactive engagement and partnership problem-solving.
• Addressed local priorities and improved public confidence.

Community Beat Officer - Suffolk Constabulary

(2008-01 - 2016-01)

• Built longstanding community relationships through proactive engagement and partnership problem-solving.
• Addressed local priorities and improved public confidence.

Professional Development Officer - Suffolk Constabulary

(2006-01 - 2008-01)

• Mentored and assessed student officers during initial training.
• Supported qualification achievement through coaching and NVQ assessment.

Response Officer - Suffolk Constabulary

(1996-01 - 2004-01)

• Responded to high-volume emergency incidents with composure and effective judgement.
• Demonstrated resilience and professionalism in fast-paced, high-risk environments.

Mildenhall Upper School (1987-09 - 1991-05)

West Suffolk College (1990-09 - 1991-05)