Richard's story
"After relocating to Scotland, I found my passion for helping people and a career where I can make a difference every day."
Richard Oladoyin, Team Lead
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Early career
I relocated to Scotland after completing a degree in Supply Chain Management in Nigeria.
Career journey
After moving to Scotland, I started working in support work and quickly fell in love with helping people. Supporting others and making a difference in their lives gave me a real sense of purpose and inspired me to build a career in health and social care.
I was fortunate to secure a role with NHS Highland working in a day service in Aviemore, where I had the opportunity to grow professionally and develop my skills and experience.
Current role
Recently, I was delighted to be successfully appointed as the Team Lead for the service in Aviemore. This is an exciting step in my career, and I am looking forward to taking on this new challenge.
(as at September 2026)
Key reflections
Looking back, moving to Scotland opened up opportunities that I never expected. Working in support work helped me discover a career that I am passionate about and one that allows me to have a positive impact on people's lives every day.
Advice for others
Be open to new opportunities and trust the journey, even if it takes you in a different direction from the one you originally planned. I am excited to see where my career in the NHS takes me next.
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