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How DH works
The Department of Health is committed to improving the quality and convenience of care provided by the NHS and social services. Its work includes setting national standards, shaping the direction of health and social care services and promoting healthier living.
The Department provides strategic leadership to the NHS and social care organisations in England.
The Department of Health’s aim is to improve the health and wellbeing of the people of England. The Department has six key objectives.
DH policies are designed to improve on existing arrangements in health and social care, and turn political vision into actions that should benefit staff, patients and the public.
The relationship with the independent sector is changing as the Department of Health looks for new ways of working with private and voluntary organisations to help create more choice and encourage innovation in the NHS.
The work of the Department is diverse. DH offers both full and part-time positions, volunteering and placement opportunities and has a graduate training scheme.
The creation of the health and social care system was one of the major social achievements of the last century.
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