🏥 Health

What is the health sector?

The health sector in the UK includes the NHS and other health employers. It employs clinical staff, support staff and managers in hospitals, GP practices, community services and more. Most NHS staff are on national pay frameworks such as Agenda for Change.

Is it a rewarding career?

Lots of people find it deeply rewarding. You're often directly supporting patients or those who do. Pay and conditions are set nationally, so you get clear progression and entitlements. The work can be intense; support and work-life balance matter.

What kind of work do you do?

Roles range from nursing, midwifery and allied health to medicine, science, admin and estates. Choose an organisation above to find your role and use the calculators for pay progression, part-time impact, annual leave, sick pay and more.