The Royal Hospital Chelsea is home to the Chelsea Pensioners and exists to provide these veterans with the care and comradeship they need in recognition of their service to the nation.

The Royal Hospital Chelsea is a unique organisation with over 300 years of heritage and is an important national institution with a military-based culture. As a member of the team you will be commited to supporting both the organisation and the Pensioners and will strive to meet the Hospital's core values of Nurture Belonging, Respect Individuals, Encourage Pride & Enjoy Life. Please see our Mission, Vision & Values document for further information. If you feel your values fit with our own, and you are interested in becoming a member of the Royal Hospital Chelsea team, then please review our current opportunities below.

The Royal Hospital Chelsea is an equal opportunities employer and candidates will be shortlisted and recruited on the sole basis of their relevant skills, experience and knowledge. Application forms can be downloaded directly from within each of the job listings.

Current Vacancies:

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Chelsea Pensioner in scarlets and shako looks at the camera
Ferrets, Saladins and Radio Operations – Meet Chelsea Pensioner Roger Hall

Joining the British Army at 15 years old, Chelsea Pensioner, Roger, has had a varied military career. Initially, he joined the Junior Leaders Regimental Royal Armoured Corps and later served with The Life Guards, Royal Logistic Corps as well as the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers. Roger shares more on his time in the Army.

Two Chelsea Pensioners opening the gate to the Soane Stable Yard
Royal Hospital Chelsea joins the Chelsea Heritage Quarter and Chelsea History Festival this September with special previews of the Soane Stable Yard

We are delighted to announce that the Royal Hospital Chelsea will be part of the Chelsea History Festival once again this year, from Wednesday 25 to Sunday 29 September 2024 and part of the new Chelsea Heritage Quarter – London’s new heritage destination.