NHS Staff

NHS staff face unique challenges around patient data, clinical governance, and procurement frameworks. Public Skills Hub provides practical guidance on using AI responsibly in healthcare settings and navigating NHS procurement processes.

What you need

Understand AI risks in clinical and administrative healthcare settings
Assess AI tools against NHS data governance requirements
Navigate NHS procurement frameworks for new technology
Build an AI acceptable use policy for healthcare staff
Train non-clinical staff on responsible AI use
Evaluate AI vendors for data handling and clinical safety

The NHS is increasingly exploring AI for administrative efficiency, clinical decision support, and patient communication. But the stakes are higher than in most workplaces — patient data is classified as special category data under UK GDPR, and any AI use must comply with NHS Digital standards and clinical governance frameworks.

Public Skills Hub helps NHS staff understand AI tools in plain English, assess the risks specific to healthcare settings, and navigate procurement routes for new technology. Our guides on AI and UK GDPR and AI risks are particularly relevant for NHS teams handling patient information.

If your trust or CCG is considering AI tools, start with our AI Readiness Checker to assess your current position, then use the AI Risk Assessment Starter template to evaluate specific tools against your clinical governance requirements.