May 28, 2014

We’re an Approved Supplier on new Nursing Agency Framework

The national collaborative Nursing Agency Framework agreement for the supply of nursing and nursing-related staff commenced 14th May 2014 for an initial period of two years, plus two optional one-year extension periods. Open to the NHS and other public sector organisations, the framework is a collaboration between NHS London Procurement Partnership (LPP), NHS Commercial Solutions, East of England […]

Apr 16, 2020

Tier 2 Visas and Covid-19: The Essential Updates

With Covid-19 having a dramatic and unprecedented effect on our healthcare system, the Tier 2 Visa system is changing: here’s everything you need to know. Tier 2 Visa Processing The pandemic has caused mass disruption across the globe. However, essential measures are being taken to protect the health and safety of the human race to […]

Feb 19, 2015

Recruiting for the NHS Internationally – A Permanent Solution

According to a comprehensive analysis of workforce numbers, the overall size of the NHS has varied little over the last four years, yet we see an increased reliance on recruiting for the NHS internationally, with new employees hailing from more than 200 countries worldwide! The British Medical Association (BMA) advocates that “without the support of […]

Jul 7, 2020

Frequently Asked NHS Interview Questions

Got an NHS interview on the horizon? Great! We’re here to help you feel a little bit more prepared by providing you with a full list of frequently asked NHS interview questions here in our latest blog. With over 18 years’ experience within medical recruitment and more specifically, the knowledge of the structure and content […]

May 28, 2020

5 Top Tips to Secure an NHS Job

If you’ve recently been invited to an interview for an NHS job, congratulations! But getting an interview is only the start – you’ll need to be thoroughly prepared for the experience, too! Not sure where to start? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Check out our top five tips on how to make the best […]

May 22, 2020

The Immigration Health Surcharge: Scrapped for all NHS Workers

There’s been some changes to the Government’s Immigration Health Surcharge just recently, but what exactly has changed, and how will it affect foreign nationals who choose to live and work in the UK? Let’s find out… What is the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS)? When you enter and live in the UK, the IHS is used […]

Jun 12, 2020

National Bike Week: The Biggest Benefits of Riding a Bike

The 6th – 14th June marks National Bike Week; raising the benefits of this fun physical activity and how it can form part of a healthy lifestyle. So, to help you make the most of it, we want to share the top five benefits of riding a bike & why you should start cycling to […]

Jun 26, 2020

What is a Locum Doctor?

So, what is a locum doctor? A locum doctor is one who temporarily fills a rota gap within a hospital, clinic or practice. This can often be on a relatively short-term basis, although in the healthcare sector, it’s not uncommon for locums to hold their post as part of a practice’s core medical team for […]

May 12, 2020

10 Amazing Facts about Nursing

The 12th May marks International Nurse’s Day and this year is the 200th Anniversary of the birth of Florence Nightingale. Nurses are one of a kind and to celebrate their dedication to the profession, we wanted to share some amazing facts about the amazing nurses across the world. 1. The first Nursing School was established […]

Jan 22, 2020

What is Cervical Cancer Prevention Week?

Cervical Cancer Prevention Week takes place from the 20th to 26th of January, 2020, and is part of the annual #SmearForSmear campaign by Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust. The charity encourages as many people as possible to go for a smear test and to document their participation with a lipstick smear selfie and the promoted hashtag. […]