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Direct Engagement

Direct engagement is a workforce management service used by some NHS organisations for engaging Hunter Gatherer Mental Health workers. When you are employed on a direct engagement basis, the NHS trust you’re placed with will manage your contract, timesheets, and payroll directly.

Benefits of Direct Engagement:

  • Cost Efficiency: Reduce recruitment costs with streamlined processes.

  • Speed and Efficiency: Quick, hassle-free hiring.

  • Transparency: Clear fee structures.

  • Compliance: Meet regulatory standards.

  • Support: Dedicated team assistance.

NHS trusts use different direct engagement models (The specific portal will depend on the NHS trust you work with.). Typically, these involve an online portal where you can manage your employment terms, submit timesheets, access pension schemes, and receive payments directly from the trust.

Here’s a simple breakdown:

  • Online Portal: Manage all employment-related activities.

  • Direct Payments: Get paid directly by the NHS trust.

  • Regulated Pay: Enjoy more consistent pay rates.

  • Cost Savings: Save money for the trust, which is reinvested into the NHS.

This system ensures a smooth, transparent process while benefiting both you and the NHS trust.

FAQs

Direct engagement is when an NHS trust directly handles your contract, timesheets, and payroll via an online portal.

The portal allows you to manage employment terms, submit timesheets, access pension schemes, and receive payments directly from the NHS trust.

  • More consistent pay rates influenced by the NHS

  • Cost savings for the trust, reinvested into the NHS

  • Transparent terms and conditions

No, each trust may use a different direct engagement model.

You agree to the trust’s terms for the duration of your placement, and payments are processed directly by the NHS trust.

Absolutely, you will. Even with direct engagement, we fully support you with contract negotiations, compliance, training, and development. Plus, you’ll continue to enjoy all the fantastic benefits we offer. So, when employed through a direct engagement service, you remain a valued part of the Hunter Gatherer Mental Health team.

If the NHS trust you're placed with uses a direct engagement model, you'll need to follow their terms and processes. We'll make sure you're fully informed and understand everything. For specific advice about your situation, your consultant will be there to help and support you every step of the way.

No, you'll use the specific direct engagement portal designated by the NHS trust you’re working with. Each NHS trust has its own system, so the portal you use depends on where you’re placed.

We’ve compiled a handy list of the key portals we work with:

  • Allocate StaffDirect
  • LMS
  • NHSP Connect
  • PWC
  • Retinue
  • STAFFflow
  • TempRE
  • +Us

If you need more details about the portal you're using, your contact is here to help. They'll guide you through everything you need to know and ensure you're set up to use the portal smoothly and confidently.

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