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The Agenda for Change (AfC) proposals were implemented in the workplace with effect from 1 December 2004. AfC is the new pay and conditions package applicable to every NHS organisation in all four countries of the UK.
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Many of us peruse job advertisements, in Job Forum, the nursing press and relevant newspapers as well as searching the web. Some are looking for a change of employment, but perhaps most of us are just curious as to what is on offer around the country. At some point, it is likely you will see a job that you want and know that you are capable of doing it well, and you will need to maximise your chances of being successful. This article aims to assist you in getting the job you want by providing information on the job application and interview processes.
As most of us are aware, Agenda for Change is the new terms and conditions package for all NHS staff. Although it is currently being trialled at designated early implementer (EI) sites in England and Scotland, the agreement has been accepted by the Health departments of all four home countries of the UK. It is to be introduced to all NHS staff in October 2004.
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As the date for national roll-out and the implementation for Agenda for Change draws near, many of you will be involved in the job matching process. This is designed to measure your job against a national job profile, thus establishing which pay band you will be placed in and so determining your salary.
Within the Agenda for Change proposals, the legal principle of equal pay for work of equal value is established by measuring the responsibilities of your job against a nationally agreed job profile. This will take place when your job is assessed during a job matching interview. This article will explore how the job profiles are developed, give an overview of the job matching process, and inform you of how this will impact on you and your salary.