We all know the famous song about working nine to five and whilst this may be a common working pattern for most, it doesn’t work for everyone. In fact, the 2019 UK Working Lives Report[1] revealed that 68% of those surveyed would like to work flexibly in a way that is not currently available. For those working in clinical jobs, where the typical shift is twelve hours, the ability to work flexibly is particularly valued.
Working temporary shifts at an NHS staff bank is a fantastic option for a huge variety of people and circumstances due to the hugely flexible nature of the role. Whether you are looking for something to fit around school or university or around family and other commitments, the opportunities are endless with the staff bank.
The healthcare sector is currently fighting one of the biggest challenges it has ever known. COVID-19. In response, we are now calling for workers to Come Together, Combat COVID with a variety of roles (both clinical and non-clinical) to help support our NHS trusts and ensure they continue to provide excellent standards of patient care.
These tests are an opportunity to see if you do have the skills and abilities you would need if you get the job. If you fail, you can move on to your next job application. That’s far better than being given a role you are unsuited to and wasting time in a job you dislike.
Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust is the largest non-teaching hospital trust in England. With strong local ties and serving around 675,000 residents in Portsmouth and South East Hampshire, the Portsmouth team pride themselves on providing comprehensive acute and specialist services.