Staff focus
Shantel Thomas
Course lead for Social work (M23)
“I am a qualified social worker and spent the first twelve years of my career working in children and families safeguarding teams in local authorities, before moving into higher education and then the NHS. Before training to be a social worker, I worked with young offenders and enjoyed working alongside them to help divert them away from crime. Moving into social work was a natural progression and afforded me more autonomy to work with families to effect behaviour change. The highlight of my career thus far – and I say thus far as the best is yet to come – was starting my PhD. This was a pivotal moment as it has given me the opportunity to study me. My research is looking at race and leadership using an autoethnographic lens. To anyone thinking about applying to study at the Tavistock and Portman, I’d say: come and speak to us. We’re always happy to answer questions and we will alleviate any fears or worries you may have.”
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Master’s Eligible for Student Visa
Social work (M23)
