Tendayi Hove
London, Dagenham
Summary
An ambitious medical student with strong academic performance, leadership experience, and a passion for medical education and general practice. Experienced in mentoring, outreach, and research, with a proven ability to plan and deliver engaging educational sessions. Eager to develop leadership skills and contribute to widening access to higher education.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Researcher
Anglia Ruskin University
07.2025 - Current
- Designed and authored a qualitative research project, 'The Impact of Being a Member of a Specialist Community for Those Affected by Brain Injury', and completed the necessary ethics application.
- Conducted focus groups and interviews with participants with complex medical histories, including brain injuries, while working alongside a fellow medical student.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams and co-produced the research design, fostering a holistic approach to the research project.
- Performed thematic analysis with support from NVivo software.
Deputy Student Lead
Next Medic
12.2024 - Current
- Worked on a longitudinal programme for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to facilitate their gaining experience for applying to medicine.
- Designed and delivered interactive sessions, such as 'History taking,' teaching them valuable skills.
- Evaluated programme effectiveness through feedback surveys and focus groups, continually seeking ways to improve mentoring services.
Student Ambassador
Anglia Ruskin University
10.2023 - Current
- Conduct sessions showcasing the school’s strengths, and encouraging people from underrepresented backgrounds to pursue higher education.
- Plan and deliver talks on campus and in local schools on pathways into the NHS via various higher education routes.
Summer School Intern
Anglia Ruskin University
02.2025 - 07.2025
- Developed and coordinated evening social events for students.
- Executed administrative tasks under managerial supervision to optimise workflow.
- Handled phone calls and responded to emails on behalf of staff, keeping senior members free to focus on larger issues.
Team Leader
National Citizen Service (NCS)
London, Essex
07.2022 - 08.2024
- Facilitated young people (15-17) to design projects which helped their local communities.
- Led reflection sessions and empowered young people to develop leadership skills.
- Filled in incident report forms and dynamic risk assessments accurately.
- Developed cohesive and professional relationships with my colleagues and young people.
Warehouse Operative - Night shifts
Amazon
London, Essex
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Reported missing or damaged items to management, quickly resolving stock issues to maintain production line efficiency and exceeded daily targets.
- Carried out day-to-day warehouse duties with care and attention, maintaining compliance with safety standards.
Education
MBBS - Medicine
Anglia Ruskin University
Chelmsford, ESS01-2028
A-Levels -
Robert Clack School
01-2022
GCSEs -
Robert Clack School
01-2020
Skills
- Duke of Edinburgh Silver Award
- Collin Pond Scholarship - granted for achieving one of the highest overall GCSE grades in my borough
- Brilliant Club award - completed an extended essay whilst working with a PhD student, achieved a 1st class
- Vice Chancellors Award
Timeline
Student Researcher
Anglia Ruskin University
07.2025 - Current
Summer School Intern
Anglia Ruskin University
02.2025 - 07.2025
Deputy Student Lead
Next Medic
12.2024 - Current
Student Ambassador
Anglia Ruskin University
10.2023 - Current
Warehouse Operative - Night shifts
Amazon
10.2022 - 05.2023
Team Leader
National Citizen Service (NCS)
07.2022 - 08.2024
MBBS - Medicine
Anglia Ruskin University
A-Levels -
Robert Clack School
GCSEs -
Robert Clack School