Rewards and benefits

There are many benefits and rewards that come with working within the NHS.

Benefits include: 

  • Commitment to flexible working where this is possible
  • Generous NHS pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 14.38% of pensionable pay
  • 27 days of annual leave per year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years' service with the NHS so you can really enjoy what Devon has to offer
  • Individual personal development plans and a commitment to ongoing training
  • Preceptorship schemes
  • Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
  • Incremental NHS pay scales progression
  • Sick pay up to a maximum of six months full pay and six months half pay
  • Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
  • Access to our staff networks
  • Freedom to speak up 'Guardian Service', enabling you to safely discuss any concerns
  • Health and wellbeing opportunities
  • Cycle to work scheme, low-emission vehicles via salary sacrifice and reduced public transport rates
  • A range of exciting benefits and discounts from our benefits partner Vivup
  • Exclusive health service discounts for NHS staff.