Career planning

We've put together the essential information you need to know about health and care roles in south east London. These short guides will get you up to speed with what's available and how to land the right opportunity for you.

Find out what's available

These resources will help you learn more about what working in health and social care involves.

Jobs in the NHS and
social care

This guide provides an introduction to how careers in the NHS and
social care work.

An introduction to
healthcare jobs

This guide provides key information for taking your first steps towards a healthcare role in south east London.

An introduction to
social care jobs

This guide provides key information for taking your first steps towards a social care role in south east London.

Explore
roles

View a useful summary of popular job roles with explanations.

Apprenticeships

These resources will help you learn more about starting an apprenticeship in health and social care.

An introduction to NHS apprenticeships

This guide provides key information for taking your first steps to getting an apprenticeship in the NHS.

An introduction to social care apprenticeships

This guide provides key information for taking your first steps to getting an apprenticeship in social care.

Applications

If you’ve decided to apply for a job in health or social care in south east London, that’s great! Here are some guides to support you with this.

The application process

Find out what's involved when you apply for a health or social care job.

Writing a good application

Get some top tips for what employers are looking for from your application.

Preparing for an interview

Advice and tips for preparing for and having an interview.