Resources

Student placements in the NHS

A guide for employers to grow and diversify placement capacity while delivering high-quality student learning experiences.

1 June 2026

NHS Terms and Conditions of Service Handbook

This document sets out the full terms and conditions of service (TCS) for staff on Agenda for Change contracts.

1 June 2026

Sickness Absence Toolkit

Guidance for NHS managers to have supportive conversations around sickness absence.

23 July 2026

Identity checks standard

This guide details the requirements to verify the identity of all workers before commencing any type of work or volunteering in the NHS.

23 July 2026

Criminal record checks standard

This guide details the criminal record checking requirements for eligible roles in the NHS.

23 July 2026

Work health assessments standard

Guidance on NHS work health assessments, including recruitment checks, occupational health requirements and reasonable adjustments.

23 July 2026

Employment history and reference checks standard

This guide details the process of seeking references and verifying employment and training history.

23 July 2026

Right to work checks standard

This guide details the requirements for verifying an individual's right to work in the UK.

23 July 2026

Professional registration and qualification checks standard

This guide details the requirements to verify professional registration, qualifications, and English language competency.

23 July 2026

NHS Staff Standards FAQs

Answers to frequently asked questions from employers about the NHS Staff Standards.

20 July 2026

Opening leadership pathways for SAS doctors

Find out how appointing an SAS leader strengthened departmental decision making and supported recruitment, retention and inclusion.

20 July 2026

North West Radiotherapy Network pilots successful T Level small team project

The North West Radiotherapy Network works with Digital T Level students to develop an innovative information platform for patients.

20 July 2026

Supporting Armed Forces Reservists in healthcare toolkit

Your guide to understanding and supporting Armed Forces reservists in your healthcare workforce.

16 July 2026

International Recruitment Toolkit

Use this resource to plan your approach to overseas recruitment activity, or to review the quality and efficiency of your existing practices.

16 July 2026

Understanding the new Leadership and Management Framework

Watch our webinar with colleagues from NHS England outlining the new NHS Leadership and Management Framework.

16 July 2026

Ethical recruiters list

A list of recruitment organisations, agencies, and collaborations that operate in accordance with the revised Code of Practice.

16 July 2026