Support for student members in Wales
Student streamlining outcomes: RCN Wales is here to help
Students recieving their Streamlining outcome will be going through a difficult and uncertain time. On this page, you can find information on next steps, RCN support resources and contact details to get the help you need. This page will be updated regularly as the situation develops.
What action RCN Wales is taking
RCN Wales is working closely with HEIW and NHS Shared Services to monitor the situation. We are doing this by:
- Raising your concerns with Welsh Government, HEIW and NHS Wales
- Advocating for increased job opportunities and fair processes for student members
- Calling for creative solutions to job availability in the current climate
- Last week we attended a Graduate Summit with the Welsh Government to look at solutions
Didn't secure a role? What happens next?
- Students not initially matched on 25 June will receive support and information on additional or alternative opportunities
- If no suitable roles are available in Wales, and students have fully engaged with the streamlining process, they can be released from the two-year NHS Wales bursary tie-in requirement.
- Students can also apply for NHS and non-NHS opportunities outside of Wales. In this situation, if students have fully engaged with the streamlining process, they can be released from the two-year NHS Wales bursary tie-in requirement.
Upcoming events
All events will be displayed here:
- 1 July 2026 1pm - Online Engagement event. Please email: StudentAmbassadorWales@rcn.org.uk for a link to join the session.
Financial and wellbeing support
If this situation is affecting you financially or emotionally, additional support is available via RCN member services, as well as via your universities support services:
International Student support
International student members can access specialist immigration advice through RCN Member Services, including:
- Visa options and timelines
- Graduate visa information
- Support in navigating employment requirements
Careers and ApplicationsÂ
If you have not secured a post, or are considering next steps, you can access support through RCN Member Services, including:
- CV review and application guidance
- 1:1 Interview preparation
- Exploring wider employment opportunities outside of NHS roles in the independent health and social care sector
- Career planning and next steps
Get involved
Your voice matters. Here's what you can do to help us campaign:
- Write to Your MS to raise concerns relating to job availability.
- If you are approached by the media or want to share your story, contact CommunicationsWales@rcn.org.uk.
- If you are meeting directly with members of the Senedd to raise concerns as an RCN member, we are happy to support you, please contact: Policy&PublicAffairs.Wales@rcn.org.uk.
Page last updated - 26/06/2026
