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Help the NHS save lives

Category: Job Finding Publish date: 03/12/2019

Help the NHS save lives Make a difference with a career in the NHS

Many people don’t realise just how many careers there are in the NHS – more than 350 in fact. There are roles that involve working with patients but also roles that don’t. Some roles require a degree while others don’t. 

But one thing is certain: all of us work together to make a difference to people’s lives, whether we work on the frontline or behind the scenes. Whatever your skills and experience, it’s likely the NHS needs them! 

Try the Health Careers quiz to find out which careers best suit you.



















Explore roles 

Visit the Explore roles page to learn about the 350 roles available. You’ll find all the information you need, including real-life stories shared by those already working in different parts of the NHS.


















Health Careers spotlight: 
Engineering and estates 

This issue, we are putting the spotlight on various roles connected to engineering and estates management. We know that many people with armed forces experience have excellent engineering and management skills that are just what the NHS needs! 

There are lots of ways to put your experience to good use, so have a look at the examples below for ideas. Could one of them be right for you? 

Roles in healthcare science 
Physical sciences and biomedical engineering 
















Roles in wider healthcare team 
Estates services










Roles in management 

Estates and facilities management
























Other roles available in the NHS  

Applying for jobs

NHS roles are advertised on the via RightJob website, so take a look at what’s available in your area.