Others have arrangements with local childcare providers on behalf of staff. Additionally, many Trusts run holiday play schemes to take the pressure off parents and give children the chance to play together in safe and enjoyable surroundings. NHS Trusts offer generous maternity and paternity leave arrangements. One or two Trusts are now adding eldercare day centres - enabling staff to leave an elderly parent or dependent relative in good hands while they go to work. Pay information, including improved pay and conditions Pay and conditions are improving.
Salaries are often higher than people think.
Go to Detailed Careers Information for details of pay. In parallel with this investment programme, new initiatives are being taken to improve public health and create new ways of access to healthcare. Links Click here to access a copy of Working Together . This document spells out what the NHS is doing to improve working conditions for staff. Click here to access a copy of Making a Difference - strengthening the nursing, midwifery and health visiting contribution to health and healthcare.