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

Work experience in the NHS

This guide sets out how NHS organisations can design, deliver and review effective work experience programmes that benefit learners and employers.

2 July 2026

Making links between health and care and further education

Health and care and further education should work together to build better links to ensure a strong talent pipeline.

2 July 2026

Post-incident support framework

This guidance offers a support framework with actionable steps for staff affected by physical violence and psychological trauma within NHS settings.

1 July 2026

Job evaluation Community of Practice training and engagement resource hub

Training and engagement materials for job evaluation (JE) leads to use for sessions with line managers, HR professionals and NHS employees.

24 June 2026

Repayment Clauses Guidance

Guidance for NHS employers on using repayment clauses to reclaim reasonable recruitment expenses from overseas recruits.

9 June 2026

SAS eligibility and permanency framework

This guidance informs and supports locally employed doctors and dentists (LED) staff who are looking to move to a permanent SAS contract.

4 June 2026

Guidance on recognition of experience gained outside of the NHS

This guidance supports employers in England on the recognition of experience gained outside of the NHS, both in the UK and internationally.

1 June 2026

Role eligibility for DBS checks

Scenarios to help employers make a more informed decision about whether a role is eligible for a DBS check and at which level.

27 May 2026

The use of settlement agreements and confidentiality clauses

Guidance on the use of settlement agreements and confidentiality clauses when resolving a workplace dispute or ending an employment contract.

13 May 2026

Developing quality T Level industry placements in health and care settings: a toolkit for employers

Practical guidance and resources to help structure and deliver high-quality Health T Level industry placements.

11 May 2026

Recruiting under 18s into the NHS

Read our guidance that busts the myths and misconceptions when employing people under the age of 18 years old.

29 April 2026

Future People Leaders Programme 2026

A national development programme to support senior people professionals who are aspiring to become deputy directors in the next 12-18 months.

28 April 2026

Pension tax guidance for employers

Our guidance covers the local options employers can put in place to support staff who are facing pension tax issues.

1 April 2026

Right to work checks standard

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

26 March 2026