Benefits
The NHS - a rewarding place to work
There are few careers that are as rewarding as one in the NHS, or that give you the opportunity to work with such a variety of people.
We actively recruit people of all ages, backgrounds and levels of experience. You become part of a talented, passionate team of people, committed to supporting the best care and treatment to patients. You will also enjoy one of the most competitive and flexible benefits packages offered by any employer in the UK.
Benefits of working in the NHS
Everyone who joins the NHS is guaranteed a salary that matches their ability and responsibilities, and given every opportunity to increase it through training and development.
On top of your basic salary, you will receive at least 27 days' holiday each year, plus a range of other benefits including occupational health and counselling services.
Pay and conditions
A new national pay system - Agenda for Change (AfC) - was introduced across the NHS in October 2004 for all directly employed staff except doctors and the most senior managers. The new pay system offers real benefits for staff including:
- A standard working week of 37.5 hours
- Harmonised holiday entitlements of 27 days per year, plus eight general and public holidays, rising to 33 days after ten years' service
- New pay enhancements to reward out of hours, shift and overtime working
- Better career and pay progression based on the application of knowledge and skills
- Annual personal development review to support career aspirations.
- Support for further training and career development
Other benefits of working in the NHS include training, occupational health services, automatic membership of the NHS Pension Scheme (unless you choose to opt out) and study leave for sponsored courses
Most importantly, you will get the chance to work in a rewarding environment where finance is a key enabler to ensuring the best possible care for our patients.
Join one of the UK's best pension schemes
The NHS Pension Scheme will remain one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK. Every new employee automatically becomes a member and you will get an excellent package of pension benefits, fully protected against inflation and guaranteed by the government.
