Last updated5 December 2023 Guidance Retention discussions: from reaction to prevention A practical guide to using discussions and conversations to support staff retention and improve staff experience in your organisation.
Last updated1 February 2024 Article Job evaluation handbook amendments A list of amendments to the NHS Job Evaluation handbook, the comprehensive guide for organisations on job evaluation.
Last updated10 November 2025 Guidance Partial retirement employment guidance Guidance for employers on supporting NHS staff through partial retirement, including process, benefits, and policy updates.
Last updated14 April 2025 Article NHS Staff Council joint statement on 2023 non-pay commitments Statement from co-chairs of the NHS Staff Council on non pay commitments following a letter from the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care.
Last updated30 October 2025 Guidance The NHS annual pay award process Learn how NHS Employers participates in the NHS annual pay award process.
Last updated22 November 2022 Guidance SAS 2021 pay progression system guidance Use our employer guidance on the new pay progression system for both the 2021 specialty and specialist (SAS) grade contracts.
Last updated17 July 2024 Guidance The health, safety and wellbeing of shift workers in healthcare environments This guidance advises on key health, safety and wellbeing considerations associated with shift work in healthcare organisations.
Last updated18 November 2024 Guidance Guidance on reviewing flexible working policies This page details guidance from the NHS Staff Council for joint union and employer partnerships on reviewing flexible working policies.
Last updated2 April 2025 Guidance Bridging the gender pay gap Access our updated guide for support in reporting and creating action plans to tackle your organisation's gender pay gap.
Last updated7 March 2024 Guidance General maternity guidance for rotational doctors and dentists in training This guide relates to doctors and dentists in rotational training programmes, employed on the 2016 terms and conditions of service (TCS).