NHS National Services Scotland

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society. To provide a comprehensive secretarial and administrative service to the General Medicine and Emergency Department. To be the Team Lead and line manage as first point of contact for the Directorate Assistant for all and any issue regarding the General Medicine Secretarial/Admin Team and the Emergency Department Admin Team. Please note: we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient amount of applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage. We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early. The email address you provide will be used for notifications. Please check your Junk and Spam inboxes as notifications may go directly to these. We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices. To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. As part of the pre-employment checks for a preferred candidate, NHS Scotland Boards will check your entitlement to work in the UK. It can be evidenced through a number of routes including specific types of visa as well as EU settled and pre-settled status. To find out more about these routes of permission, please refer to the GOV.UK website here. For specific types of post, if you do not have the necessary eligibility to work in the UK, it might be possible (though not guaranteed) to secure sponsorship via a UK Skilled Worker/Health & Care Worker Visa. However, this is only possible if the employer is a licenced Sponsor, and if the post does not fall below the current minimum salary threshold or 'going rate'. Further information on these criteria can be found here. It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored BEFORE submitting your application form. Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check done than is currently the case. If the post is assessed as a "regulated role", your appointment will be subject to joining the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. If there is any change to what is currently required, this will be confirmed by either the Hiring Manager or the Recruitment Team. For more details on these changes please visit: Disclosure Scotland Changes. Please note: As this post is part-time, the salary will be pro-rata. For further information on what is included in the role and what skills/experience are being looked for, click on the links at the bottom of the screen to the job description and person specification. If after reading this information you have any questions, please contact

A notable health service organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a part-time Team Lead for their secretarial and administrative services in the General Medicine and Emergency Department. This position requires strong leadership and organizational skills, focusing on team management and providing excellent administrative support. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in similar roles. Due to the nature of the role, applicants must meet eligibility requirements to work in the UK and will be part of an inclusive recruitment process.

A healthcare organization is seeking a Production Scientist to be involved in the GMP production of tissues and cells at The Jack Copland Centre in Edinburgh. This role involves supporting clinical projects, particularly in the Pancreatic Islet Cell programmes. Candidates must hold an honours degree and have specialist knowledge in GMP procedures. A driving licence is preferred. The position offers a range of benefits including pension schemes and flexible work policies.

Specialist Pharmacist - Surgical/Aseptic NHS Lothian Pharmacy & Medicines Service (including evening, weekend, on call and public holidays commitment) - Join our dedicated Pharmacy & Medicines team and play a key role in delivering high quality service to patients in NHS Lothian. This position is located at the Royal Infirmary Edinburgh. This is an exciting new opportunity for a pharmacist to provide specialist clinical pharmaceutical service in surgical areas (General Surgery, Critical Care, Orthopaedics, Reproductive Medicine). The post holder will also deputise for the aseptic services manager and support technical services development, staff management, training and education. The role contributes to service development and cross professional collaboration to achieve core advanced pharmacist credentials. We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic pharmacist with a passion for delivering exceptional clinical care. About the Role The specialist pharmacist will: Deliver high quality clinical pharmacy service to surgical areas. Adapt service delivery to evolving healthcare needs. Depute for the aseptic services manager as required. Expand specialist knowledge and develop skills in service development, staff management, training and education. Essential Qualifications and Experience Master of Pharmacy Degree (or equivalent). Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Completed training with the RPS Post Registration Foundation Pharmacist Curriculum. Skills and Attributes Experience in proactively influencing prescribing and optimising patient care. Patient focused approach and ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Excellent communication and problem solving skills for decision making in a surgical setting. Commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Legal and Compliance To work in the United Kingdom, a valid right to work is required. The post requires PVG Scheme membership or record; non members must apply to Disclosure Scotland. Due to forthcoming legislative changes from 1 April 2025, regulated roles may require a different level of criminal record check. Confirmation of required checks will be provided by the hiring manager or recruitment team. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We welcome applications from all sections of society and fully support disabled and neurodivergent candidates by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices. Working Hours and Pay As from 1 April 2026, the Agenda for Change full time working week will reduce from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro rata. Pay scale will remain unchanged. Application Guidance We anticipate a high level of interest, so please apply early to avoid vacancy closure. Applications that rely on AI generated content may be withdrawn. All answers must reflect your own knowledge and achievements. Ready to Take the Next Step? For further information on the role or to discuss how it aligns with your career goals, please contact Ommar Ahmed, Clinical Pharmacy Lead, Royal Infirmary Edinburgh. Phone: . Email: .

A leading healthcare provider in Scotland is seeking a Specialist Pharmacist to deliver high-quality clinical pharmacy services in surgical areas. This role requires a Master of Pharmacy Degree and registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council. The candidate should possess excellent communication skills and a commitment to patient-focused care. The position also supports staff management and continuous learning within a vibrant team environment. This is a great opportunity for motivated pharmacists aiming to make a significant impact.

Production Scientist 18 Month Fixed Term / Secondment position. As per the Fixed Term Contacts Policy - Where individuals with continuous service within the NHS apply for fixed-term contract roles, NSS reserves the right to refuse any such appointment. About the Organisation National Services Scotland (NSS) is a national NHS Board operating right at the heart of NHSScotland providing invaluable support and advice at a strategic and operational level. NSS supports customers to deliver their services more efficiently and effectively and we offer shared services on a national scale using best in class systems and standards. Our priority is always the same - to improve the health and well being of the people of Scotland. We do this by working in partnership with colleagues across Health and Social Care to deliver fit for purpose solutions and systems, delivering high quality services that help our stakeholders to free up resources so they can be re invested into essential services. The Post The core purpose of the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service is to meet the transfusion needs of patients in Scotland. In support of this, the SNBTS Tissues, Cells and Advanced Therapeutics (TCAT) Directorate is committed to a programme that will enhance the service provided to NHS Scotland in both clinical and operational areas. SNBTS undertakes research and development which is designed to support the strategic and operational priorities of the organisation, achieve high quality and impact and add value to broader NHS and Governmental objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to join the SNBTS TCAT Directorate as a Production Scientist primarily supporting the clinical Pancreatic Islet Cell programmes. The successful candidate for the new post will be directly involved in the GMP production of a range of tissues, cells and advanced therapeutics at the Jack Copland Centre. The Candidate The successful candidate must be educated to honours degree level. In addition, the post holder should have demonstrable experience resulting in specialist knowledge of a range of procedures and processes, ideally in the GMP manufacture of tissue and/or cellular therapy products. A full UK driving licence is desirable to allow attendance at transplants throughout the central belt. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Disclosure Scotland check. Any candidate who has lived/worked overseas for more than 12 months in the preceding 5 years will also be required to provide a criminal record check from the appropriate overseas agency. Details of how to apply for the Disclosure check will be supplied to successful candidates. Location and Working Pattern The post will be based at The Jack Copland Centre, 52 Research Avenue North, Currie, EH14 4BE. Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week. Participation in on call rota. It is a condition of this employment that you must live and remain a resident within the UK for the post in which you will be employed with NSS. Benefits Our benefits package includes pension scheme, comprehensive range of work life balance policies, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits. HR Benefits Brochure. Inclusion NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) is a national board and, as an anchor institution, it is our ambition to be a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone feels welcome. We recognise that flexible working creates an inclusive workplace where employees can thrive and feel confident about their ability to balance their personal and professional responsibilities. This is supported through Once for Scotland flexible working policies. NSS has made a long term commitment to staff health and well being and offers many learning and development opportunities to support and improve our approaches to diversity, inclusion and mental health in the workplace. There are a number of equality staff networks in place which all staff are welcome to join. We are also an equal opportunities employer and as such guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies. As an accredited Disability Confident Leader, it is the aim of NSS to offer a fully accessible and inclusive recruitment service that supports applicants on their candidate journey. If you are interested in any reasonable adjustments, please contact the Recruitment Team on Further information For an informal discussion on the post, please contact Lora Irvine, Production Manager via email . Closing date for completed applications is Friday 6th February 2026. Further information on NSS is available from Note Please note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e mail only, so please check your e mail regularly (including junk folders).

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Locum Consultant in Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery for an 11-month contract in Aberdeen. The successful candidate will join a friendly, dynamic team and will have their job plans tailored to fit their individual needs. Applicants must have full GMC registration prior to starting. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement in delivering high-quality patient care.

Overview This is an exciting opportunity to lead the NHS Forth Valley Capital Planning & Property Service. The post holder will be responsible for ensuring the provision of an effective, efficient and compliant service across the NHS Forth Valley estate, including PPP and DBFM Facilities. The successful candidate will support the Director of Facilities to provide direct leadership and support for the service, ensuring that there are robust systems and processes in place to deliver required outcomes. Key will be completion of the strategic plan for property and its implementation in the light of the Board's Population Health and Care Strategy 2025 - 2035 and overall national direction of travel for health and care services. The successful candidate will have a proven track record within their field and will be able to apply their knowledge effectively to provide professional, technical and overall management of the service. This post is mainly based in Stirling Health & Care Village but location will be flexible across Forth Valley as the need arises. Ability and willingness to travel throughout the area of service delivery is essential for this post. The duties of this post require the successful candidate to complete a Level 2 Disclosure Scotland check. Responsibilities Lead and support the Capital Planning & Property Service in delivering an effective, compliant service across the NHS Forth Valley estate (including PPP and DBFM facilities). Support the Director of Facilities to provide strategic leadership and ensure robust systems and processes achieve required outcomes. Develop and implement the strategic plan for property in line with the Board's Population Health and Care Strategy 2025 - 2035 and national health and care directions. Location and travel Based mainly in Stirling Health & Care Village with flexibility across Forth Valley as needed. Travel throughout the area of service delivery is essential. Compliance and checks Completion of a Level 2 Disclosure Scotland check is required. Remuneration and terms As from 1/4/26, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part-time hours will be reduced pro-rata. There will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected. Sponsorship Certificate of Sponsorship: Applicants who require sponsorship to work in the UK are advised to review eligibility criteria for the Skilled Worker or Health and Care Worker visa routes. NHS Forth Valley may sponsor for certain roles if the post meets minimum salary thresholds and other required criteria. Sponsorship is assessed on a case-by-case basis following interview and at the start of pre-employment checks. For visa information, refer to the UK Government guidance. Applications and equality It is recommended that applicants provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. It is strongly discouraged to use artificial intelligence (AI) or third-party assistance to generate or significantly modify responses. By submitting the application, you confirm that answers are your own work and not solely produced by AI. Failure to comply may result in withdrawal from the process. Most correspondence is sent by e-mail; please check your e-mail regularly and monitor your Jobtrain account for updates. NHS Forth Valley is positive about disabled people and is committed to offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria. Please contact the Recruitment Office on if reasonable adjustments are needed for application or interview. NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

A healthcare organization is seeking a leader for the NHS Forth Valley Capital Planning & Property Service based primarily in Stirling. The successful candidate will manage compliance and operational systems while supporting strategic initiatives in alignment with health and care strategies. Applicants must have a proven track record in facilities management, strong leadership skills, and be willing to travel across the area. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of service delivery across the NHS Forth Valley estate.

A healthcare organization in Edinburgh is seeking a Lead Research Project Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract. In this role, you will oversee the management of clinical research projects and ensure high-quality data collection. The ideal candidate will have experience in clinical research and/or project management within an Emergency Department or acute care setting. This position is full-time, requiring a commitment to excellence and adherence to necessary employment permissions. For further inquiries, contact the Research Nurse Manager via email.

A leading healthcare service provider in Scotland is seeking a Specialist Clinical Pharmacist to deliver high-quality pharmaceutical care at rehabilitation hospitals. The role emphasizes patient-centred care, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and ongoing professional development. Essential qualifications include a Master of Pharmacy Degree and GPhC registration, along with a commitment to service improvement. This part-time position offers autonomy and the chance to contribute significantly to patient outcomes within NHS Lothian.

A major UK healthcare provider is seeking an enthusiastic Inverclyde Consultant in Old Age Psychiatry to deliver comprehensive psychiatric care for patients over 65 in Greenock and surrounding areas. This full-time position involves both outpatient and inpatient responsibilities, with expected clinical leadership across multidisciplinary teams. Candidates must hold full GMC registration and have experience working with elderly care. The role supports teaching medical students and offers flexible options for work hours.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included. This post is for Monday / Tuesday / Wednesday. Hours are Monday 9am - 4pm, Tuesday 9am - 4pm and Wednesday 9am - 2:30pm. Flexibility with these hours would be appreciated. Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part time hours. This post forms part of the business support team and provides a comprehensive administrative and secretarial service to the multi disciplinary team within Specialist Children's Services - including CAMHS, SCPT and Neurodevelopmental Pathway. The post holder will work within an established business support team managing calls, emails, EMIS, patient appointments and diary time on behalf of the multi disciplinary team. The post holder will be required to deal with referrals and enquiries through a single point of access and also support the generic functions and duties administered within the wider business support section as required. They will need to be able to work independently when required but primarily be able to work well within a team. This post is based within the main reception area welcoming clients and dealing with telephone calls. The post holder will require to manage their time effectively and continually prioritise their workload where there may be interruptions to planned activity and conflicting demands on time. Effective interaction with patients and other members of the public is also a key part of this role. Informal contact: Yvonne Clearie, Senior BS Assistant, On or email Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates As from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro rata. However, there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected. Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback. This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Heathy and Care Worker visa. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). NHSGGC NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have. By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognisingmilitary skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process. NHSGGC recognise the importance of work life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full time hours can be accommodated, and the tenure is listed as 'various', we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements and this will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process. Relevant HR policies on our HR connect site. Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process. For application portal/log in issues, please contact Jobtrain support hub in the first instance.

A prominent healthcare organization in Edinburgh seeks a highly motivated and qualified registered nurse or ODP to join their Clinical Education & Training Team. The role involves planning, facilitating, and delivering training, and requires theatre experience along with competency in various clinical skills. Proven teaching and leadership qualities are essential. This part-time position will have a pro-rata salary based on hours worked.