Staff Benefits

As part of the Improving Working Lives agenda for all NHS staff, Bedford Hospital offers its staff a number of benefits including:

Pension Scheme

All NHS employees immediately qualify for automatic membership of the NMS Pension Scheme and Life Assurance.

Childcare

On site day nursery (6weeks-5years old)
Holiday play scheme

NHS Discounts Membership

To find out more about NHS discounts, please visit their website at: www.nhsdiscounts.com

Health Benefits

Maternity leave and pay above statutory requirements
Occupational health
Confidential counseling service

Key worker Living Scheme

This scheme offers a range of affordable housing options aimed at NHS staff across Bedfordshire whether equity loans, shared ownership or rental. To find out more please contact: Key Homes East on 0845 4566757 or via email: info@keyhomes.org.uk. Alternatively, please visit their website at http://www.keyhomes-east.org.uk/

Flexible Working

Please click on the above link to find out more about flexible working at Bedford Hospital.

Staff Facilities

Sports and Social Club including football and cricket teams
Staff Gymnasium £10 per month
Restaurant and Café
Hospital shop
Residential accommodation
Hospital Choir
Chaplaincy service
Chapel
Muslim Prayer Room