NHS Values and Professional Behaviour

SJT scenarios are set within the NHS and UK healthcare system. Understanding the values that underpin this system — and what "professionalism" means in this context — gives you a reliable framework for answering questions. This lesson covers the NHS Constitution values, the GMC's expectations, and what professional behaviour looks like in practice.

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The NHS Constitution Values

The NHS Constitution sets out six core values that all NHS staff are expected to embody. SJT scenarios frequently test whether candidates align with these values.

The Six Values