Bethany Harris
Oxfordshire
Summary
Proactive and reliable aspiring legal professional with wide ranging experience across a range of political; education; business and customer facing settings.
Experience of public speaking in national competitions alongside time spent living and studying in Asia. Detail-oriented professional with a strong foundation in written and spoken communication including experience of ethical reasoning and working as part of a team.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
MP's Parliamentary Assistant
Houses of Parliament
Bicester & Woodstock constituency - Calum Miller, Oxfordshire
2025.06 - 2025.07
- Shadowed a Member of Parliament, assisting with stakeholder engagement; small business roundtable and community outreach. Attended the Houses of Parliament and observed House of Commons proceedings, developing an understanding of legislative process.
Clinical Psychologist Assistant Work Experience
DH Psychology
SW England
2025.03 - 2025.03
- Supported assessment and administration of client services.
- Shadowed professional case management processes
Assistant Manager
Whitelands Kitchen & Bar
Bicester, Oxfordshire
2023.01 - 2026.09
- Progressed through multiple roles to Assistant Manager, demonstrating reliability and high performance.
- Responsible for supervising staff, managing cash and stock, delivering excellent customer service and supporting management during busy trading periods.
Emotional Literacy Support Work Experience
St Mary's School
Banbury, Oxfordshire
2025.03 - 2025.03
- Assisted refugee families and pupils, including those with SEND, with communication and learning support.
- One to one support and small group sessions supporting vulnerable young people and their families with resettlement processes.
After school support volunteer
Heyford Park School
Upper Heyford, Oxfordshire
2022.09 - 2024.05
- Volunteered weekly to support children and families.
- Leading group activities for young children
- Liaising with families regarding logistical arrangements
- Supporting senior staff with individual pupil needs
Library student assistant
Bicester Library
, Oxfordshire
2023.06 - 2023.06
- Updated database with newly arrived books, ensuring up-to-date information was available for users.
- Set up display stands highlighting new arrivals or thematic collections attracting more readership.
Education
LLB - Law with Business Joint Honours (deferred entry)
University of Exeter
2001.04 -
English Literature & Language; History; Psychology; EPQ on the Ethics of Prisoner Enfranchisement
Magdalen College School Sixth Form, Brackley
2024.09 - 2026.06
Nine GCSE passes at levels 6-8 plus distinction star in Drama
Heyford Park School
2022.09 - 2024.06
International School
Yongsan International School
Seoul, South Korea 2014.01 - 2017.12
Skills
- Legal & Academic: Research, critical analysis, academic writing, ethical reasoning and report writing
- Professional: Communication, organisation, teamwork, leadership, customer service and attention to detail
- Personal: Adaptability, cultural awareness, professionalism and initiative
LEADERSHIP & ACHIEVEMENTS
- Head Girl, Heyford Park School
- Participant, Nasio Charity Global Youth Development Project (2024–2025)
- Regional contestant, Articulation public speaking competition (2026)
- Young Leader, North Oxfordshire Youth Games
Accomplishments
Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award inc expedition in Peak District
Cross-continental Global Youth Development Project (NASIO)
"Articulation" History of Art public speaking competition - National Gallery, London
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
MP's Parliamentary Assistant
Houses of Parliament
2025.06 - 2025.07
Clinical Psychologist Assistant Work Experience
DH Psychology
2025.03 - 2025.03
Emotional Literacy Support Work Experience
St Mary's School
2025.03 - 2025.03
English Literature & Language; History; Psychology; EPQ on the Ethics of Prisoner Enfranchisement
Magdalen College School Sixth Form, Brackley
2024.09 - 2026.06
Library student assistant
Bicester Library
2023.06 - 2023.06
Assistant Manager
Whitelands Kitchen & Bar
2023.01 - 2026.09
After school support volunteer
Heyford Park School
2022.09 - 2024.05
Nine GCSE passes at levels 6-8 plus distinction star in Drama
Heyford Park School
2022.09 - 2024.06
International School
Yongsan International School
2014.01 - 2017.12
LLB - Law with Business Joint Honours (deferred entry)
University of Exeter
2001.04 -