Benefits and rewards

As well as the chance to make a real difference to our patients and local community, working for us gives you access to an excellent range of staff benefits, discounts, and more.

Discounts & money

Exclusive discounts across range of local and national businesses, shops, restaurants, and attractions
Access to the Blue Light Card scheme (£5 fee to join) for a range of national discounts
Discounted electronics, home appliances and white goods through salary sacrifice scheme
Affordable loans deducted from your salary, financial wellbeing support, and access to Sheffield Credit Union

A full list of discounts can be found in our Staff Discounts booklet.

Transport & travel

Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme and bike accessories
Discounted public transport and salary sacrifice scheme
Free shuttle bus between Northern General Hospital and the Royal Hallamshire Hospital
Car leasing scheme
Car parking permit scheme (subject to application)

Family, health & wellbeing

Subsidised onsite childcare facilities, including child-care teams, nurseries and out of school clubs
Discounted gym memberships
Free fast-track staff physiotherapy service
Discounted glasses and laser eye surgery at Sheffield Vision Centre
Dental and medical insurance scheme
Occupational health service
Confidential staff counselling service
Staff health checks, vaccinations, and flu jabs
Psychological support, including staff wellbeing service, free Headspace app, and mindfulness sessions
Access to four staff network groups, including Race Equality and Inclusion Network (REIN), Disability and Wellbeing Network (REIN), LGBTQ+ PROUDER and Women’s’
Chaplaincy services

Work, leave & pensions

Part-time and flexible working arrangements
27 days annual leave, rising to 29 after five years’ NHS service and rising to 33 after 10 years’ service
Option to purchase up to two weeks extra annual leave through monthly salary sacrifice
NHS Pension Scheme – excellent package of pension benefits, fully protected against inflation and guaranteed by the government
Flexible retirement scheme
Career breaks and special leave policy

Staff training, development & recognition

Access to training and development schemes
Multi-disciplinary libraries and learning centres
Staff Thank You awards
Long service and retirement awards/gifts

Our staff benefits booklet provides helpful discounts and advice to support your physical, mental and financial health. Click here to read it.