The NHS is the largest employer in Europe, in excess of over 350 different career opportunities available, over half of which are non-clinical. The Step into Health Programme has been created because the NHS recognises the transferable skills and cultural values that Armed Forces personnel develop when serving, and how they are compatible with those required within NHS roles.

For more information on roles within the NHS, please visit the Health Careers website.

Step into Health is open to all Service Leavers and Veterans and their spouse/partner. It is an incredible opportunity in which employers are working with the Armed Forces Community to provide career and development opportunities within the NHS.

Whether you are interested in catering, maintenance, administration, finance, communications, management, or a role in one of the clinical services, to name but a few, this programme will benefit you. The NHS is keen to invite you to explore your transferable skills and the potential training and career opportunities available.

Step into Health first launched in 2014 running its first pilot with the Norfolk & Norwich University Trust. 78% of the service leavers that completed a work placement have now secured employment within the NHS or one of its partners, or moved into further education leading to a career in healthcare. The pilot scheme was then expanded to include London, Sheffield, Northumbria and Hampshire.

With funding support from Health Education England, NHS Improvement and the Royal Foundation, NHS Employers are now rolling out the program nationally. As the program grows, keep an eye out to see which organisations in your area are joining to pledge their support.