The NHS Finance Insights placement scheme offers paid work experience in NHS organisations throughout England to individuals aged 18 and above, in full-time education, who do not plan to attend university and come from lower socio-economic backgrounds.
The scheme provides a 12-month experience in an entry-level (band 2) finance role, allowing candidates to develop new skills and gain on-the-job work experience. Upon completion of the placement, each candidate should feel well-prepared to apply for NHS opportunities, including apprenticeships or other entry-level roles, and be confident in transitioning to professional working environments.
Benefits of applying:
- Starting salary from £23,615 per annum.
- Access to training from recognised bodies.
- Access to qualifications from CIPFA.
- Blue Light Card – discounts across 100s of stores.
- Health Service Discounts – access to further discounts.
- 27 days paid annual leave + bank holidays.
- 2 days paid leave for volunteering.
- Plus many more NHS employee benefits.
Placements are available in each region of England starting in September 2026 and will provide:
- 12 months of on-the-job experience in an entry-level finance role.
- Experience working in an office, with hybrid and flexible working patterns.
- Rotations through different departments within finance to gain exposure to various areas and projects.
- Opportunities to work with a wide range of diverse and talented people across the NHS.
- Insight into how the NHS operates as a business and how finance teams support services delivered to patients in local communities.
- Training and development throughout the 12 months.
- Attend online and in-person events.
- The chance to meet and network with your peers on the placement scheme across the country.
