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NHS Graduate Schemes Overview

Sep 25, 2025,

Summary

  • Overview provided on the newly opened NHS Graduate Schemes, including eligibility, application process, and available program streams.
  • Key salary, duration, and qualification information discussed, along with benefits and long-term career outcomes.
  • Attendees encouraged to apply and follow for further early career updates.

Action Items

  • — All attendees: Review eligibility and apply to NHS graduate schemes if interested.
  • — Presenter: Post additional job opportunities, advice, and updates about career schemes.
  • — Audience: Submit questions or requests for information on other schemes in the comments.

NHS Graduate Schemes Overview

  • NHS Graduate Schemes opened today; initial salary starts at £30,000, rising to £32,000 after one year.
  • Scheme duration is two years (or 2.5 years for finance and health analysis).
  • Six program streams: HR, health informatics, general management, finance, policy and strategy, digital data and technology.
  • Five-stage application process: application form, potential test (behavioral/situational questions), video interview (values/motivation), virtual assessment center (group tasks, presentations, one-on-one interview), and eligibility check.
  • Minimum requirement: 2:2 degree or equivalent qualification; post-graduate and related health/management diplomas also accepted.
  • Open to graduates of any year; no age limit.
  • Scheme has strong reputation, leading to senior management and even NHS Trust CEO roles for alumni.

Future Updates and Engagement

  • Attendees were reminded to follow for updates on early career opportunities and to request information about other schemes of interest.

Decisions

  • NHS Grad Schemes application period has opened — Attendees are encouraged to apply promptly and follow the page for ongoing opportunities.

Open Questions / Follow-Ups

  • Awaiting any specific questions from attendees in the comments regarding the NHS schemes.
  • Requests for information on other desired graduate schemes invited.