Where Service Meets Opportunity - ALL HERE FOR YOU
At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), we’re proud to stand alongside those who serve. Whether you’re a Veteran, Reservist, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or a family member of someone who has served, we’re committed to making MFT a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive place to work.
Our Commitment
We are a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, pledging to ensure that those who serve or have served in the UK Armed Forces – and their families – are treated fairly and with respect.
- Veterans transitioning into NHS careers
- Reservists balancing dual roles
- Spouses and partners navigating relocation and revalidation
- Cadet Force Adult Volunteers contributing to youth development
Health & Wellbeing Support
Through our Employee Health and Wellbeing Service, we offer tailored support for Armed Forces colleagues, including:
- Access to Op Courage, the NHS mental health service for veterans and reservists
- Help with transitioning from military to civilian life
- Support for substance misuse, trauma, and family wellbeing
- Connections to local charities and housing, financial, and relationship support
Step into Health Programme
We’re proud to be part of the Step into Health initiative, helping members of the Armed Forces community explore NHS careers. This includes:
- Guaranteed interview schemes
- Career transition fairs
- Networking events and webinars
- A dedicated support team to guide your journey
Proud to Support Our Armed Forces and LGBT+ Veteran Community
Fighting with Pride is a trusted LGBTQ+ military charity, bringing lived experience and expert knowledge to help organisations strengthen their welcome and support for LGBTQ+ veterans and serving personnel. As such, we’re proud to have secured our third consecutive year of accreditation with Fighting With Pride’s Pride in Veterans Standard.
This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive workplace for veterans, reservists, service leavers, and their families.
Displaying the Pride in Veterans Standard provides a visible marker of inclusion, helping LGBTQ+ veterans and families feel confident that they will be treated with respect, understanding and care.
At MFT, we value the skills, experience, and diversity that the armed forces community brings to the NHS, and we remain committed to continuing this important work.
Recognition & Awards
MFT is working toward recognition under the Ministry of Defence’s Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS), joining other NHS organisations awarded Gold and Silver for going above and beyond in supporting the Armed Forces community.
