Radio 4’s All in the Mind follows participant Charlotte on the job
Radio 4 programme All in the Mind has spent a day following Think Ahead participant Charlotte Seymour in her role training to be a mental health social worker – getting...
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"I’m driven by helping people with mental health problems to enjoy their lives and take steps towards getting well."
Kazim, 2016 participant -
"Think Ahead’s mixture of practical and academic work, and the mental health focus, is perfect for me."
Laura, 2016 participant -
"It was the opportunity to be out on the frontline helping people that really sold Think Ahead to me."
Jack, 2016 participant -
"Social work can really improve people’s lives, by helping with the social situations that play a big role in mental health."
Aisha, 2016 participant -
"Social work is so holistic and practical. You get out and empower people. That’s how I want to help."
Sonya, 2016 participant
Apply your mind to mental health
The Think Ahead programme is a new route into social work, for graduates and career-changers remarkable enough to make a real difference to people with mental health problems.
- Paid fast-track scheme
- Master's degree & leadership training
What drives Think Ahead?
We are building a movement of leaders committed to transforming mental health through the power of social approaches.
Meet our participants
96 graduates and career-changers joined Think Ahead’s first cohort in 2016, from a wide range of backgrounds. Meet Jack, Aisha, Declan, Laura, Kazim, and Sonya.
Opportunities for social work employers
Could your organisation benefit from hosting Think Ahead participants? Find out how we partner with NHS Mental Health Trusts and Local Authorities.
Latest news
New places available to join the Think Ahead programme in 2017
Update: Applications for these new places have now closed. Applications to join Think Ahead in 2018 will open on 4 September 2017. We are delighted to announce that, due to...
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Applications are now open for Think Ahead’s Recruitment Ambassador and Summer Internship roles. These roles are a great way to gain valuable work experience, build your CV, and learn more...
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