Resources

Evidencing exception reports

Guidance detailing how to provide evidence for exception reports for additional hours worked replacing the previous supervisor sign-off requirement.

18 December 2025

HR clarification of additional hours worked exception reports

This guidance details what HR does when an exception report relating to additional hours worked has missing information and inconsistencies.

18 December 2025

Career engagement and outreach

Innovative outreach models and practical steps that NHS employers can take to build local talent pipelines.

18 December 2025

Handling, use and sharing of exception reporting data

This guidance outlines when identifiable and non-identifiable information may be used, staff access rights, and the required safeguards.

18 December 2025

Exception reporting guidance for HR and medical staffing

This guidance is for HR and medical staffing and covers their role and responsibilities in the exception reporting process.

18 December 2025

Exception reporting: key changes for guardians of safe working hours

This guidance provides an overview of the key changes in the new exception reporting process for guardians of safe working hours.

18 December 2025

Exception reporting guidance for directors of medical education

Guidance for DMEs on their roles and responsibilities in supporting the exception reporting processes for resident doctors.

18 December 2025

2018 contract - Ambulance FAQs

Questions and answers relating to ambulance staff payments for unsocial hours.

17 December 2025

Governance of the NHS Pension Scheme

Details of the arrangements in place to ensure that the scheme remains sustainable for both employers and employees across England and Wales.

15 December 2025

Understanding disability infographic

Access our updated infographic to understand what a disability is and learn how organisations and managers can support disability in the workplace.

12 December 2025

Do OD webinar programme 2024

Watch the recordings and download resources from our 2024 webinar series, showcasing latest insights, methodologies and perspectives on OD in the NHS.

12 December 2025

Implementing decent agile working in the NHS

A research report that identifies four key priorities to support the implementation of agile working that can succeed in supporting NHS reform.

11 December 2025

OD Essentials

Apply for our OD Essentials training course, a free course for those working in OD in the NHS.

9 December 2025

Integrated workforce thinking

This guide supports leaders and those working across health and social care to integrate their workforces for more joined-up, person-centred care.

9 December 2025

Domestic violence and abuse

Facts about domestic violence and abuse, how this can affect your staff and what you can do to support them.

8 December 2025

Sponsorship licence system

This page describes employer sponsorship duties, reviewing your license, and an application checklist.

2 December 2025