Does NHS pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, NHS employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.1 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at NHS. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at NHS?

61% of NHS employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated NHS 3.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.5 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at NHS?

Registered Nurse (688) , Doctor (623) , Administrative Assistant (472) , Administrator (240) , Healthcare Assistant (201) , Project Manager (187) , Receptionist (170) , Administrative (160) , Physiotherapist (158) , Nurse (154) , Biomedical Scientist (148) , Pharmacist (139) , Medical Doctor (134) , Manager (131) , Medical Secretary (127)

What are the pros of working at NHS according to real employee reviews?

"Ability to train on many different areas Progression through the bands Stable and good pension 3 days a week on wards" ((in 893 reviews)); "Not too crazy and nice people" ((in 672 reviews)); "Team was great and very supportive" ((in 440 reviews)); "Job security and good HR." ((in 310 reviews)); "Good work life balance and being in the public sector makes the chance of a dismissal smaller" ((in 281 reviews))

What are the cons of working at NHS according to real employee reviews?

"Low pay and expected to do basically everything and learn everything in short period of time" ((in 897 reviews)); "High demand for very few spaces in hospitals and surgeries and sometimes long hours but definitely worth it in the end." ((in 728 reviews)); "Poor management and issues with rosters" ((in 502 reviews)); "Salary is low and not helpful" ((in 346 reviews)); "not enough staff and too many managers" ((in 157 reviews))

What are employees saying about NHS layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about NHS layoffs and their outlook for job security at NHS in 2026.

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3.7

61% would recommend to a friend

(14,838 total reviews)

Amanda Pritchard

64% approve of CEO

46% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.9

Diversity & inclusion

3.5

Culture & values

3.5

Career opportunities

3.4

Work/Life balance

3.1

Senior management

3.1

Compensation and benefits

NHS has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 14,838 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The NHS employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Salud industry (3.4 stars).

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15K reviews

3.0

Jun 18, 2025

Mandatory review

Administrative assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

This was a mandatory review when signing up

Cons

This was a mandatory review when signing up.

4.0

May 29, 2025

Good start

Graduate management trainee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Some placements are great Lots of support Postgraduate diploma

Cons

Sometimes hard to get leadership opportunities Difficult to get work to do at times

1.0

Apr 24, 2025

Exhausted, Undervalued, and Burnt Out – A Cautionary Tale for Aspiring Doctors

Doctor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- Dedicated and compassionate colleagues who strive to provide the best patient care despite systemic challenges. - The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives.

Cons

Chronic Understaffing: Regularly working overtime without adequate breaks due to staff shortages. This not only endangers patient safety but also leads to severe personal fatigue. Inadequate Rest Facilities: Lack of proper rest areas forces many to nap in unsuitable conditions, increasing the risk of errors and accidents. Mental Health Struggles: High-pressure environment with minimal support leads to burnout and mental health issues. Poor Management: Decisions often made without consulting frontline staff, leading to ineffective policies and low morale. Limited Career Progression: Training opportunities are scarce, and career advancement feels stagnant.

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