Healthcare Opportunities
Healthcare Apprenticeships
NHS-funded healthcare degree apprenticeships let you train as a nurse, pharmacist, or allied health professional while earning. Explore every live opening across NHS trusts and private healthcare providers below.
Live Healthcare roles
View allApprentice Dental Nurse - Ledbury
Ledbury Dental Care
Apprentice Nursery Practitioner - Little Heroes
LITTLE HEROES NURSERIES LTD
Apprentice Dental Nurse - Sunderland
Fence House Dental Clinic
Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprentice
Pleasley Pharmacy
Apprentice Dental Nurse - Bristol
Dr Michael Frain Ltd - Bell Barn Dental Practice
Dental Nurse Apprenticeship
DR SHARRY BONAB DR MANIZHEH KEIANI
Early Years Level 3 Apprenticeship - Deerhurst Day Nursery
MRS L JACKSON & MRS M PRICE
Early Years Apprentice -High House Nursery
HIGH HOUSE NURSERY LIMITED
Nursery Educator Apprentice - Chelmsford
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About Healthcare apprenticeships
Entry requirements
Healthcare apprenticeship entry requirements vary by role. Nursing associate and nursing degree apprenticeships typically require GCSEs at grade 4+ in English and Maths, plus some healthcare work experience. Allied health degree apprenticeships (physiotherapy, occupational therapy) usually require A-levels including a science.
Typical salary
NHS healthcare apprentices are paid on Agenda for Change (AfC) pay bands. Band 2–3 (healthcare support): £22,000–£24,000. Nursing associate (Band 4): £25,000–£27,000. Registered nurse apprentices (Band 5): £28,000–£34,000. Pharmacist degree apprentices: £25,000–£35,000.
Top employers
Healthcare apprenticeship employers include NHS trusts (Royal Free, UCLH, Manchester University NHS FT), NHS England, Bupa, Nuffield Health, Virgin Care, and community pharmacy chains (Boots, Lloyds Pharmacy, Superdrug).
Career progression
A nursing degree apprenticeship leads to registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and a Band 5 nursing role. A pharmacist degree apprenticeship leads to GPhC registration. Most NHS apprentices are offered permanent contracts on completion.
Frequently asked questions
What healthcare apprenticeships are available with the NHS in 2026?▾
NHS healthcare apprenticeships include nursing associate (Level 5), registered nurse degree apprenticeship (Level 6), nursing degree apprenticeship, pharmacist degree apprenticeship, physiotherapy degree apprenticeship, occupational therapy degree apprenticeship, and healthcare support worker (Level 2–3) apprenticeships.
How much do NHS apprentices earn?▾
NHS apprentices are paid on the Agenda for Change (AfC) pay scale. Band 2 healthcare support workers earn approximately £22,000–£23,000. Band 4 nursing associates earn £25,000–£27,000. Band 5 registered nurse apprentices earn £28,000–£34,000. Pharmacist degree apprentices typically earn £25,000–£35,000.
Do I need previous experience for a nursing apprenticeship?▾
Most nursing degree apprenticeships require some healthcare work experience, typically a minimum of 6–12 months as a healthcare support worker or care assistant. GCSEs at grade 4+ in English, Maths, and a science subject are also usually required. No prior nursing qualifications are needed.
What qualifications do I get from a healthcare degree apprenticeship?▾
A nursing degree apprenticeship leads to a BSc Nursing degree and registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). A pharmacist degree apprenticeship leads to an MPharm (or equivalent) and GPhC registration. All costs are funded by the NHS employer, no student loans required.
Can I do a healthcare apprenticeship without A-levels?▾
Yes. Healthcare support worker and nursing associate apprenticeships (Level 2–5) typically require GCSEs only. Nursing degree apprenticeships (Level 6) require GCSEs plus evidence of academic ability, sometimes A-levels, sometimes Access to HE diplomas, sometimes demonstrable healthcare experience.