It takes all types to save lives

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At NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT), you’ll help to transform lives by making sure donations of blood, organs, tissues and stem cells get to the people who need them most.

Video: Careers at NHSBT

Everyone at NHSBT has a vital role to play in saving and improving lives. Find out what it's like to work here.

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Video transcript

Video transcript

Speaker 1: I describe the culture of NHSBT as compassionate.

Speaker 2: Inclusive.

Speaker 3: Collaborative.

Speaker 4: Fun.

Speaker 5: Very supportive.

Speaker 6: Life-saving, and...

Speaker 7: Friendly.

Speaker 4: NHSBT is an extremely diverse place and welcomes people from all different backgrounds, heritages and disabilities.

Speaker 1: Each and every one of us is important in our role.

Speaker 3: What is unique about NHSBT is knowing that we are saving lives and making a difference every single day.

Speaker 1: It gives me a sense of value and it gives me joy that they leave happy and I'm leaving happy because I was a part of that process.

Speaker 2: I feel the impact of what I do when I get to work with organ recipients.

Speaker 3: The compassion and the bravery of our donor families on the phone, it's really rewarding. I've been able to build my knowledge and confidence within my role.

Speaker 7: NHSBT has supported my career growth by giving me opportunities that I didn't necessarily think I would have.

Speaker 2: As a disabled employee, I'm given time and adjustments to be supported in my role.

Speaker 4: NHSBT supports colleagues with disabilities like no other.

Speaker 3: The work has a real purpose because it helps and improves lives through donation and transplant.

Speaker 1: Even though we're all individual, we're all important.

Speaker 6: We all have the same motive and that is to save lives. So give it a chance, apply today, it's really amazing.

Speaker 8: It takes all types to save and improve lives. Join a team where everyone's contribution matters. Explore careers at NHS Blood and Transplant.

Working at NHSBT

Diversity and inclusion

Learn about our equality objectives and reporting, and our staff networks that champion inclusion.

Rewards and benefits

We give back in return for your hard work, with workplace benefits and flexible working options.

Learning and development

We provide a range of opportunities to learn while you work and become an expert at what you do.

What our staff say

  • “NHSBT’s mission is critical to saving lives, and that drives me forward."
    Ross' story
  • “From the ups, the downs, to everything in between, I love my job.”
    Angela's story
  • "Alongside my day job, I’m proud to be an ally of both the LGBTQ+ Network and the Neurodiversity Network. ... It’s all about making sure people across the organisation feel supported.
    Debbie's story

Find out more about careers at NHSBT

Roles

Learn about our range of roles and how you can make a difference.

Application process

Find out how to apply and what to do if you're moving from outside of the UK.

Locations

Check our map of locations across the UK to find a team near you.

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