Benefits offered to overseas nurses

Permanent contract*

Initial contract is 3 years (the length of your visa). Your visa can then be renewed for a further 2 years. For further information regarding visas and right to work in the UK, please visit: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration    

OET/IELTS/ CBT exam fees reimbursed

NMC application free remimburse 

Flights

You are entitled to a free flight to the UK to commence employment

Visa

All visa costs will be managed and paid by Cambridge University Hospital. 

Airport Transfer

All new employees will receive an airport meet and greet, on their arrival to the UK.  Transport from the airport to the employee's accommodation is free of charge. 

Accommodation

You are entitled to one month's free accommodation on arrival to the UK. The accommodation sourced by Cambridge University Hospitals is temporary and you may be asked to find alternative accommodation after 3 months.

Cash Advance

You will be given a cash advance of £500 upon your arrival. You will be required to reimburse this fee over a 6 month period beginning from your second month`s salary

Annual Leave 

From start date - 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

After 5 years' service - 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays

After 10 years' service - 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension Scheme

Pension Scheme You will be automatically enrolled into the NHS Pension Scheme on commencement, further details of this scheme will be provided in your final offer letter.  In the meantime, you can find out more details by visiting: https://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/nhs-pensions