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Scotsman
28 minutes ago
- Health
- Scotsman
NHS jobs: how to apply for UK healthcare careers
Discover how to unlock hundreds of NHS careers beyond doctors and nurses 🏥 Sign up to our Scotsman Money newsletter, covering all you need to know to help manage your money. Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Healthcare is a top career choice among teenagers, but NHS vacancies remain high More than 100,000 NHS roles are unfilled, with shortages expected to worsen by 2036 Young people mainly know about doctors and nurses, missing over 350 other NHS career paths NHS offers a wide range of jobs including apprenticeships, mental health, and support roles Tips include researching roles, tailoring applications, preparing for interviews, and volunteering Healthcare has become one of the most popular career choices among teenagers. But this surge in enthusiasm isn't translating into enough NHS jobs, according to a new report, and more than 100,000 roles remain vacant, threatening the future of Britain's health service. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Despite the NHS being the fourth largest employer worldwide, chronic staffing shortages persist, with agency staff costing the NHS £2 billion annually and concerns that vacancies could soar to 360,000 by 2036. While young people overwhelmingly want to work in healthcare, most only know about a handful of roles like doctors and nurses. This lack of awareness leaves more than 350 vital NHS career paths — from pharmacy technicians to community care workers — overlooked. If you're interested in starting a career with the NHS, here's what you need to know about how to apply and what opportunities are out there. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad (Photo:) | Getty Images More than just doctors and nurses While doctors and nurses are arguable the most well-known NHS roles, the health system offers a broad range of jobs that you may not have considered, including: Pharmacy Technicians Mental Health Workers Physiotherapists Health Care Assistants Administrative and support roles Apprenticeships and internships This is just a handful of the diverse roles that often go overlooked by those looking to work in the healthcare system. How to find and apply for NHS jobs To find NHS job opportunities, visit the official NHS Jobs website, which lists all current vacancies in your country. You can search by location, job type, and specialty. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad To search NHS jobs in your country, click on the following links: The NHS also offers thousands of apprenticeships every year — a fantastic way to earn while you learn. There are also supported internships for young people with learning difficulties. NHS trusts sometimes advertise roles directly on their own websites. Research trusts in your area for additional opportunities. Many schools and colleges work with NHS employers to provide guidance and work experience opportunities. Speak to your careers advisor for support. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Tips for applying Research the role: Understand the skills and qualifications required. Some roles require degrees, while others offer training on the job. Prepare your application: Follow application instructions carefully. Tailor your CV and cover letter to highlight your relevant skills and passion for healthcare. Be ready for interviews: NHS interviews often include questions about teamwork, communication, and patient care. Prepare examples that show your abilities.
Business Standard
an hour ago
- Business
- Business Standard
"We Now Need to Create Opportunities Across Sectors" - UK Minister Patrick Vallance Urges Deeper UK-India Science Partnerships
PRNewswire New Delhi [India] / London [UK], June 20: At the Future Frontiers Forum hosted by IGF London, Patrick J. Vallance, UK Minister of State for Science, Research and Innovation, called for intensified UK-India collaboration in science and technology, urging both nations to align their innovation priorities and unlock sector-wide opportunities. * Science Museum hosts IGF Future Frontiers Forum spotlighting science, tech & innovation collaboration between India and UK "The industrial strategy coming out in just a couple of weeks which will list the eight sectors we are working on. That's got to be a good foundation for where there can be partnerships," Vallance stated. "India has its focus areas, we have ours, now we need to create opportunities across those sectors." Speaking at the Science Museum, Vallance emphasised the importance of people-to-people scientific ties: "I believe government-to-government relationships in science do not drive everything; we must also create scientist-to-scientist relationships. Academic links and the exchange of people often drive collaborations. Start-ups in particular are becoming central to the innovation ecosystem, and we need more of them in the UK-India mix." The forum, part of IGF London 2025, brought together government leaders, global CEOs, investors, and academics to explore frontier technologies across AI, climate tech, sustainable energy, health innovation, and quantum computing. Opening the event, Sir Ian Blatchford, Director of the Science Museum, celebrated the UK-India Science and Innovation Partnership Roadmap and its focus on critical and emerging technologies. "The Technology Security Initiative is a landmark step," he said. "Imperial College's science hub in Bengaluru will drive collaboration in AI, healthtech, cleantech, and advanced materials, backed by $170 million in joint UK-India funding." India's Commerce & Industry Minister Piyush Goyal highlighted the FTA's role in strengthening innovation ecosystems: "It's not just about trade or investment. The FTA demonstrates that India and the UK are friends and allies. Innovation in India happens at a fraction of global costs. What takes 10x the cost in the US or Europe can be done efficiently in India, with mutual benefit." Sir Oliver Dowden, former UK Deputy Prime Minister, reinforced the values-based alignment between the two democracies: "We must deepen ties with like-minded nations. UK and India share heritage, rule of law, and a commitment to science. Whether it's 6G or quantum, setting international standards together creates a win-win." Health innovation was another key focus, with leaders like Lord Ara Darzi, Alisha Moopen (Aster DM Healthcare), and Monica Huang (Zydus Lifesciences) exploring how India's affordable, tech-driven models could support the UK's struggling NHS. "The NHS isn't in critical condition, but it needs urgent reform," said Lord Darzi. "India's transformative health solutions and COVID-era support show the intellectual and production power we must now collaborate with." A major highlight was the return of Pitchers and Punters, a curated showcase of Indian start-ups pitching to a jury of international investors. Among the standout companies were Zypp Electric, Lina Energy, Steamology Motion Ltd and Electric Miles--with Zypp Electric winning the Clean Tech Award, presented by Octopus Energy. The punters included Neha Manaktala (JP Morgan Climate Tech), Richard Heald (EET), James Edison (Octopus Energy) and Bhavit Sheth (Dream11 & Dream Sports) who praised the depth of Indian innovation in sustainability and AI. Other sessions featured voices like Daniel D'Souza (DreamSetGo), Reena Dayal (Quantum Ecosystems Council of India), and experts from EET, exploring opportunities across deep tech, telecom, and digital health. As global tech landscapes grow more complex and fragmented, IGF London's Future Frontiers Forum showcased a clear vision: the UK and India must build trusted, innovation-led alliances that translate ambition into scalable action. The forum forms part of IGF London 2025. With over 100+ speakers, 1000 participants, and events across iconic venues in London, IGF London 2025 encompasses a spectrum of topics - from technology and trade to culture and commerce. This year's edition marks a powerful milestone - a decade since Prime Minister Narendra Modi's landmark 2015 visit to the UK, and the two nations have finalised the long-awaited Free Trade Agreement. IGF London is the first major international platform to celebrate and analyse this historic achievement, unlock new opportunities that emerge from its conclusion, and shape the next phase of UK-India collaboration. About India Global Forum India Global Forum tells the story of contemporary India. The pace of change and growth India has set itself is an opportunity for the world. IGF is the gateway for businesses and nations to help seize that opportunity. To know more, click here. Social Media Handles & Hashtag to Follow Twitter: @IGFUpdates & @manojladwa LinkedIn: India Global Forum #IGFLondon
Yahoo
2 hours ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Cancer care staff to receive compassion fatigue resilience training
Cancer care staff at University Hospitals Dorset (UHD) will receive compassion fatigue resilience training. The initiative, funded by a grant from the Blue Light Card Foundation, aims to support the mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing of NHS staff. The intense nature of cancer care, involving patient distress, high-pressure environments and difficult discussions, can lead to compassion fatigue. This state of exhaustion endangers the health and wellbeing of healthcare professionals and compromises care quality. The training aims to help UHD cancer care staff recognise early signs of compassion fatigue. They will learn effective coping strategies to protect their emotional and mental health. Jo Valentine, UHD cancer nurse specialist lead, said: "It's so important that specialist nurses and healthcare professionals working in cancer care access this type of training because they often experience constant exposure to patients going through life-changing diagnoses, treatment, the effects of treatment, and ongoing care and regularly deal with breaking bad news. "By providing this training to staff, members of our team will be able to recognise symptoms, develop effective coping strategies and help sustain emotional and mental wellbeing. "Plus, patients will benefit from having a more emotionally balanced and engaged workforce. "Investing in staff wellbeing is one of our Trust's core values and helps build stronger teams where staff feel valued and supported." The cost of this training is £7,372, which will be covered by the Blue Light Card Foundation. Karen Smith, senior charity manager at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity, said: "We are so incredibly grateful for the support to fund this vital compassion fatigue training. "This is one of the most meaningful projects I've had the privilege to be part of." Emma Woods-Bolger, chief executive of the Blue Light Card Foundation, said: "We're proud to support this initiative from University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity, which speaks to the heart of why the Foundation exists. "Cancer care professionals give so much of themselves, often at great personal cost. "This project provides space and skills to help them care for themselves too because protecting their wellbeing is essential to protecting the quality of care they offer others."
Metro
3 hours ago
- Health
- Metro
Lottie Tomlinson undergoes emergency surgery after falling ill on flight
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Lottie Tomlinson has revealed her holiday started in a scary way as she was taken ill on a flight and needed to be rushed to hospital. The 26-year-old influencer, whose brother is former One Direction star Louis Tomlinson, jetted off to Abu Dhabi this week, but things took a turn as she felt 'really bad stomach pains' on the plane. 'So I didn't expect to start my trip like this,' she admitted in a selfie video from her hospital bed, which she shared on her Instagram Story. 'But I'm just grateful that I'm recovering now. I fell quite ill on the way here on the plane with really bad stomach pains,' Lottie said, noting that once she landed, she started 'throwing up'. 'Long story short, I went to the doctor and they put me on a drip,' she revealed. 'But it wasn't helping the stomach pains. So they sent me to hospital, where I discovered that I had appendicitis.' She added: 'So it needed surgery straight away. So last night I had surgery to remove my appendix, and it all went well.' In the caption, she wrote: 'Thank you to all the lovely doctors and nurses here in Abu Dhabi.' Lottie is on holiday with her fiancé Lewis Burton and their children Lucky, two, and Flossie, five months. She shared photos of the family by her side, and wrote: 'Hopefully I can make a speedy recovery and enjoy our last few days here.' As described by the NHS, appendicitis is 'swelling and infection in your appendix' which 'usually causes pain in the lower right side of your abdomen'. Symptoms usually start with pain in the middle, near your belly button, with the pain increasing and moving to the lower right side 'after a few hours'. Pain can feel worse when you 'move, cough or press on the area'. Other symptoms include feeling or being sick, loss of appetite, high temperature, constipation or diarrhoea, urinating more than usual. For older people, 'sudden confusion' is also a possible symptom. Lottie later returned to Instagram with a more positive update alongside a photo of her and Lewis in a car holding hands. More Trending 'Out of hospital and on the way to hotel to rest,' she wrote. 'Thank you so much for all the kind messages x' She later shared some photos of herself in a bikini and her family in the pool, revealing how happy she was to be back with her family for the rest of their trip. 'Back where I belong,' she said. 'You make everything better.' 'Let's try this again,' she quipped over a photo of the beach from her hotel balcony, and she wrote alongside a bikini mirror selfie: '1 appendix down but what better place to recover.' Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Sam Thompson and Louis Tomlinson hold 'peace dinner' ahead of Soccer Aid match MORE: Inside Louis Tomlinson's private life from family tragedies to Zara McDermott relationship MORE: When is Soccer Aid 2025? Kick-off time, confirmed teams and how to watch
Glasgow Times
3 hours ago
- Health
- Glasgow Times
Have your say: Strathclyde survey calls on unpaid carers
The University of Strathclyde wants to gather views to help shape support, training, and recognition for the crucial role carers play. Scotland currently has more than 800,000 unpaid carers who support loved ones due to illness, disability, or age-related needs. John Connaghan, a research assistant in University of Strathclyde's department of computer and information sciences, said: "This project is unique because it's moving beyond the usual silos of knowledge to build a more sustainable and impactful way of working – one that truly values carers as equal partners in shaping the future." Read more: Former Rangers boss 'risks career' by taking role at Liverpool, pundit claims 'Should have realised': Lorraine Kelly says daughter was 'terrified' to share secret 'Why did you open your chequebook?' - Warburton questions Rangers spending The survey, co-designed with carers, is part of the Future Hospital initiative, led by Mr Connaghan and Dr Kieren Egan at Strathclyde, in partnership with Lanarkshire Carer and Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership. The project is funded by the Wellcome Trust's Collaborative Cultures award and aims to gather honest feedback from carers, professionals, and academics to tackle issues such as quality of life, skills training, and financial support. Fred Beckett, carer lead for Glasgow City HSCP, said: "This is a critical moment. "We need to move beyond one-off projects and invest in long-term relationships. "Unpaid carers must have a seat at the table as our NHS and care systems evolve." The survey is available online at Carers' feedback will help shape workshops, focus groups, and pilot schemes later this year. These activities will inform a final set of recommendations aimed at supporting and sustaining carer involvement in the future. For more information, contact Mr Connaghan at
