Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
About Company
When people face complex physical or mental health challenges, they deserve more than standard care — they deserve expertise, compassion, and continuity. At Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, we provide advanced, community-focused support designed to help individuals live well, recover fully, and stay connected to the lives they value.
We deliver specialist secondary care services across Berkshire, supporting thousands of patients every year with high-quality, evidence-based treatment.
What Is Secondary Care — and Why It Matters
Secondary care refers to specialist services that go beyond GP (primary care) treatment. Our multidisciplinary teams include consultants, nurses, therapists, psychologists, and community health professionals who work together to deliver:
- Specialist mental health services
- Community-based physical healthcare
- Child and adolescent support
- Adult and older people’s services
- Integrated home treatment programmes
By providing expert care closer to home, we reduce hospital admissions, shorten recovery times, and help people maintain independence.
Community Healthcare Services Across Berkshire
We are proud to be a trusted provider of community healthcare services in Berkshire, delivering care across six localities:
- Newbury
- Reading
- Wokingham
- Bracknell
- Slough
- Windsor, Ascot and Maidenhead
Most of our secondary care services are delivered within the local community — including patients’ homes, community clinics, schools, and local health centres. This approach ensures:
- Minimal disruption to daily life
- Faster access to specialist treatment
- Person-centred care in familiar surroundings
- Better long-term health outcomes
Commissioned and Trusted by the NHS
Our services are commissioned by NHS Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs), the NHS National Commissioning Board, local authorities, schools, and other NHS organisations.
Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Bracknell, Berkshire, we now employ over 1,000 healthcare professionals dedicated to delivering safe, high-quality care.
Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
Workforce: 1,001–5,000 employees
Established: 2007
Website: http://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/
These partnerships reflect the trust placed in us to provide specialist NHS healthcare services across the region.
Supporting Mental Health at Every Stage of Life
Mental health care is central to what we do. Our teams support:
- Children and young people (CAMHS)
- Working-age adults
- Older adults
- Families and carers
Through early intervention, crisis response, and ongoing therapeutic support, we help individuals manage conditions such as anxiety, depression, psychosis, and complex emotional needs.
Our goal is simple: help people recover, regain stability, and thrive within their communities.
A Workplace Where People Belong and Grow
Behind every outstanding patient experience is a supported, motivated workforce. Berkshire Healthcare is recognised for its inclusive and progressive working culture.
Flexible and Hybrid Working
We actively promote flexible working options, enabling colleagues to balance professional commitments with personal wellbeing. This hybrid approach enhances engagement, retention, and overall staff satisfaction.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Our accreditations demonstrate this commitment:
- Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer
- Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Partner
- Gold Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Award
- Disability Confident Leader
- Carer Confident Employer
These recognitions strengthen our culture of belonging and equality across all roles.
Career Development & Professional Growth
We invest in continuous learning because great care begins with skilled, confident professionals.
Development Programmes Include:
- Preceptorship Programme
- Leading for Impact
- Essential Knowledge for Managers
- Reaching My Potential
- Apprenticeship Opportunities
From comprehensive induction support to long-term career planning, we provide structured pathways for growth — whether you are newly qualified or highly experienced.
Why Choose Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust?
Choosing the right healthcare provider — or employer — matters. Here’s what sets us apart:
- Specialist secondary healthcare expertise
- Strong NHS partnerships and commissioning trust
- Community-first care delivery model
- Highly trained multidisciplinary teams
- Recognised commitment to diversity and inclusion
- Flexible, supportive working culture
- Proven track record since 2007
We are more than a healthcare provider. We are a community partner, an employer of choice, and a trusted pillar of Berkshire’s health system.
Delivering Specialist Care That Makes a Difference
Our mission is clear: deliver expert, compassionate care that empowers people to live healthier, fuller lives.
Whether you are seeking specialist support, exploring career opportunities, or partnering with a trusted NHS provider, we are here to serve with integrity, professionalism, and heart.
Because healthcare should never feel distant — it should feel personal, local, and accessible.
