Ruth Rendell
About Ruth Rendell
Ruth Rendell is a Wellbeing Worker with a background in art and design. She has worked in various roles related to mental health and education, and has completed multiple degrees in contemporary applied arts and art therapy.
Work at Mind
Ruth Rendell has been employed at Mind since 2020, serving as a Wellbeing Worker. In this role, she focuses on supporting individuals with mental health challenges, providing guidance and resources to enhance their wellbeing. Her work involves direct interaction with clients, facilitating programs that promote mental health awareness and recovery.
Education and Expertise
Ruth Rendell holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Contemporary Applied Arts - Textiles from the University of Hertfordshire, which she completed from 2012 to 2015. Additionally, she studied Art Therapy at the University of Roehampton, completing a Foundation Course from 2016 to 2017. She also earned a Foundation Diploma in Art, Design, and Media from Buckinghamshire New University in 2011-2012.
Background
Ruth Rendell's educational journey began at Highcrest Academy, where she studied from 2004 to 2011. Following her secondary education, she gained practical experience in various roles, including as an Art and Design Technician at Berkshire College of Agriculture from 2016 to 2017 and as an Occupational Therapy Assistant at Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust from 2018 to 2020.
Previous Employment Experience
Before her current role at Mind, Ruth Rendell worked in several positions that contributed to her expertise in wellbeing and arts. She served as an Art and Design Technician at Berkshire College of Agriculture for one year and worked as an Occupational Therapy Assistant at Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust for two years. Additionally, she was a Student Ambassador at the University of Hertfordshire from 2013 to 2014.