We have an exciting opportunity for two enthusiastic and committed Adult Support and Protection Advisers to join our team.
Essential Qualifications
Registered Nurse, Midwife, or Allied Health Professional
Educated to degree level in an appropriate subject
Significant post registration experience at Band 6 or equivalent, including work in adult and child protection
Postgraduate Certificate in Child / Adult Protection (or willingness to undertake).
Full UK driving Licence
Essential Experience
Post registration experience in Adult Protection
Experience of collaborative working across agencies and organisational boundaries at a local level
Knowledge and Competencies
In depth knowledge of national and local child and adult protection guidelines
In depth knowledge of adult's and children's rights and relevant legislation
Extensive knowledge of the roles and functions of other statutory agencies
Excellent presentation skills
Supervisory skills in Adult support and Protection
Facilitation skills for peer and group supervision
Advanced theoretical knowledge of evidence based practice in relation to Public Protection
Knowledge of quality improvement methodology, including audit and self-evaluation
Ability to work autonomously and make independent decisions while prioritising multiple concurrent issues
Evidence of continuing personal development in the relevant field
High level of computer literacy
Ability to critically appraise research literature and apply findings to practice
Ability to analyse highly complex information and make autonomous professional decisions
For more information please contact David McArthur, Associate Nurse Director (Bank); email:, or Mhairi MacDonald, Adult Support and Protection Lead; email:
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.
Additional Information For Candidates
Effective from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reduced from 37 to 36 hours. Part-time hours will be adjusted on a pro-rata basis. There will be an increase in the hourly rate to ensure that pay remains unaffected.
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