East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust recognises the value of work experience for students in gaining insight into NHS careers, informing their career choices and supporting their applications to further education.
We welcome applications from students at local schools and colleges in years 10 to 13, subject to departmental age restrictions. The minimum age for general work experience within the Trust is 15, and for clinical shadowing placements 16 or 17, according to department. Placements in clinical areas are strictly for observation and shadowing only.
To request a placement please first read the cover letter and complete an application form. The form must be signed by the student, a parent / guardian, and a school representative, before being returned to the Human Resources Department for consideration.
Work experience applications
If you want to contact ESHT about work experience or you want to send your completed application form please forward to the following email address:
For general information on NHS Careers, and to download careers booklets, please visit Health Careers
For placements at Lewes Victoria Hospital or Crowborough War Memorial Hospital please contact Sussex Community NHS Trust
A small number of places may be available at Uckfield Community Hospital. Priority will be given to students in local schools. Please contact Staff Nurse Louise Bage at UCH: 01825 769999 Ext: 5051 before submitting an application form.