Rewarding careers in health and care

When making a difference counts, choose a career in health and care!

Apply today for rewarding roles in Hertfordshire and west Essex

We are actively recruiting to a number of roles working in a variety of locations and organisations . So whether you are a registered healthcare professional or are looking for a change in career, we have a job for you.

"It isn't all about experience and qualifications. What’s really important is having the right values, behaviours and attitudes to work effectively with people who need care and support."

Below, you can find details of some of the current job vacancies and how to apply. Before applying, you may also wish to visit the following pages:

  • Information about the organisations in Hertfordshire and west Essex. Please click here.

  • Why Hertfordshire and west Essex is such a great place to work. Visit our case study page.

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All of our organisations are committed to the People Promise as shown in the rainbow image.

‘Hertfordshire County – County of Opportunities’

 We at Hertfordshire County Council are all about People.

We have a range of opportunities across the organisation and we are interested in meeting people with a range of different skills and life experiences. So if you’re keen to work for an innovative organisation that delivers cost-effective services in a citizen-focused manner, we want to hear from you!

You can find what jobs we have available by visiting our website here

With dedicated Diversity & Inclusion strategy and focus groups, we promote diversity and inclusion across the delivery of services and within our workforce.

Why Hertfordshire: Watch our ‘Why Hertfordshire’ video. Our staff use their own words to tell their story and share their experiences of what it is like working here. Take your next step in your career.

Should you wish to be considered for future roles arising within the council, please register with our Talentpool.

Herts Good Care

Herts Good Care is a service delivered by Hertfordshire Care Providers Association (HCPA) and Hertfordshire County Council (HCC). We support over 500 adult social care employers to find the right individuals for their vacancies. All vacancies we have available are based in Hertfordshire. You can find out more, register interest or search and apply current vacancies by visiting our website here.

We look for individuals with the right caring value and attitudes to vulnerable adults, who also have a willingness to learn how to provide high quality care and support. Our goal is to find the right career path for you and put you in contact with local employers.

Adult social care is the support provided to vulnerable adults who need extra care and support. Your job in care will be to support people to maintain their independence and dignity, which can include personal care and emotional support.

In Hertfordshire alone, there is a workforce of over 34,000 people working in adult sector, and each year we are looking to find around 4,000 more people to work in care.

This increased need is due to people living longer and living with more complex health conditions requiring additional care and support.

Why apply with Herts Good Care?

Our goal is to match you to the right job and employer. Once you apply, we will have an informal chat with you to find out what you are looking for and to discuss any potential opportunities. If interested, we will put your application forward to the employer/s and maintain contact with you and them throughout their recruitment process.

If you are unsure at this stage, register interest and one of the team will give you a call to answer any questions you may have.

Register your interest and apply here.

Primary Care (Coming Soon!)

There are a range of roles available working primary care where you will have the opportunity to use your existing skills and develop new ones. These roles include administrative/ receptionist, practice manager and healthcare assistant.

Inclusive employers, valuing a diverse workforce
We are committed to creating a fair, honest and inclusive workplace - where staff can feel valued, supported and respected to deliver the best possible care to our patients and service users.
Cant find what you are looking for?

You can find details of many other jobs available by visiting our main jobs page.

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Further support

If you are unsure of which career may be best for you or cannot find what you are looking for, you can seek additional support either by emailing us academy.hwe@nhs.net or by contacting Futures for You.

Futures for You deliver the National Careers Service across the East of England and Buckinghamshire. This is a free, confidential careers advice and support service that can help with all aspects of work and training, including:

  • Finding vacancies

  • CV writing

  • Covering letters

  • Finding free courses

  • Interview techniques

We offer free, straightforward, and practical advice and support. Together we help you explore your options, find opportunities and get prepared for the future.

Contact us here.

Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes

The jobs advertised on this site are all based in Hertfordshire and west Essex. If you are interested in working in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes, you can find details of their current vacancies by clicking the below links;

Jobs in health

Jobs in social care

Case studies

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John explains how starting in the NHS as an apprentice has changed his life

The role of a Care Support Worker is often challenging but always interesting, exciting and satisfying.

Read more
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Ian tells us how the nursing associate role has opened many doors for him

The Nursing Associate Programme is a bridge between a Health Care Assistant and Registered Nurse.

Read more

Jobs

Interested in working for the NHS or social care? Find out about current vacancies and how to apply.

Apprenticeships

There are a wide range of apprenticeships available in health and care. Find out more about these exciting opportunities here.

Our Organisations

There are a wide range of different organisations that we represent across Hertfordshire and West Essex.

Nursing Associate

Nursing associate is a new role within the nursing team. Find out more about the role here.