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HEALTH + SOCIAL CARE Alex Botham Think Ahead graduate programme WHAT: In July I started training to become a mental health social worker. This began with a six-week Summer Institute before I joined a community mental health team in September to learn on the job and start a Master’s degree. I am really looking forward to a fast-paced, practical learning environment and new challenges. WHY: I was interested in a social work role because I wanted to do something that involved working directly with people. I think the most important aspect of social work is helping people to shape their own lives and mental health is vital in that process. First year after university: After leaving Oxford I joined the Year Here programme where I: did a placement in an active ageing centre for over-60s;, worked on a consultancy project for a housing organization; and designed and tested a social enterprise working on an environmental and emotional wellbeing project. It was during this year that I really found fulfilment in working directly with people, as well as learning a lot more about personal and professional development. ADVICE: I went on a Widening Participation visit to Oxford when I was 16 and an access officer from the University said to me: ‘Do what you’re interested in and the rest will fall into place.’ I’ve placed a lot of trust in that advice. Quite often I’ve considered certain paths, like applying for a policy Master’s, and decided it’s not right because it’s not something I’m excited about doing now. It’s definitely scary to trust in that feeling, but it’s prevented me from ending up in jobs that wouldn’t make me happy. WORKING WITH VULNERABLE PEOPLE: I think having a responsibility to other people is very fulfilling. If you’re interested in going into a career working with vulnerable people, I think learning genuine listening skills and having respect for the people you’re working with has to be the basis of everything you do. It’s also important to look after yourself, understand what difference you can make, and draw boundaries between your work and your personal life. HEALTH + SOCIAL CARE Amelia Cook Academic Foundation Doctor was unsuccessful due to a low UKCAT score. I took a deep breath, had several helpful meetings at the Careers Service, and decided I really wanted to be a doctor. I went on a course to improve my UKCAT, sat GAMSAT as backup and did everything I could to enhance my application. Having spent a year working as a healthcare assistant at Helen and Douglas House Hospice I reapplied successfully, accepting a place at King’s - my first choice. I am now working as a Foundation Year 1 Doctor, and despite debt, political uncertainty and long hours, I am very glad I am a doctor and love medicine! With hindsight I am glad I had a relaxed year between Oxford finals and an intense medical degree. The skills and knowledge patients and staff taught me at the Hospice has been invaluable both as a medical student and as a doctor, and I had a time to achieve personal ambitions like running a marathon. TOP TIPS: It’s a long, challenging course so think about what will enable you to be happy. Research courses carefully - teaching styles, content and application requirements are very varied – and look at where and for how long you may go on placements. WHAT: I applied to Graduate Entry medicine courses during my final year and was devastated when I HOW MY <strong>OXFORD</strong> EXPERIENCE HELPED: My Oxford experience has been invaluable. . My Human Sciences background provided a fascinating context for medicine, such as being able to think about evolution when studying anatomy, which helped with the absorption of vast volumes of new knowledge. I’ve used skills from my first degree when conducting qualitative research into health needs of refugee children, and being able to manage a busy timetable and extracurricular activities has helped me adjusting to the learning style and multiple choice exams required for medicine. 131
HEALTH + SOCIAL CARE HEALTH + SOCIAL CARE Every day I know I’m making a difference to people’s lives Simon, mental health social worker Apply your mind to mental health THE CAREERS SERVICE Consulting experience in many different sectors! Past clients have included Young Dementia UK Help Me I’m a Medic, & Pets as Therapy thinkahead.org www.careers.ox.ac.uk/tsc THE CAREERS SERVICE THE CAREERS SERVICE Over 250 Health & Social Care opportunities posted last year on CareerConnect Including roles with Clinton Health Access Initiative, Frontline, and Johnson & Johnson Find your perfect job! SCIENCE ENGINEERING Saturday 29 October Exhibitors from 11.00-15.00 Exam Schools 132 www.careers.ox.ac.uk/careerconnect www.careers.ox.ac.uk/fairs
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