2 posts are available. These posts are 12-month fixed‑term / secondment positions.
As per the Fixed Term Contacts Policy – individuals with continuous service within the NHS who apply for fixed‑term contract roles may be refused any such appointment.
About The Organisation
In June 2025, the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care introduced two key frameworks: the Population Health Framework and the Service Renewal Framework (SRF). The SRF sets out an ambitious vision to drive innovation and enable more integrated delivery across Scotland’s health and care services. As part of this transformation, NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) and NHS Education for Scotland (NES) will form Public Services Delivery Scotland in April 2026. The new organisation will play a pivotal role in supporting the renewal and long‑term sustainability of health and care services across Scotland. For more information, read the public consultation paper – A New National Delivery Organisation – available on the Scottish Government website.
The Post
Digital Delivery & Assurance (DD&A) (formerly Portfolio Delivery Services) plays a critical role in enabling successful digital and transformation delivery across NHS Scotland. It provides professional assurance, governance, and delivery support across portfolios, programmes, and projects of national significance.
Our Multidisciplinary Team Brings Together Expertise In
* Programme and Project Management
* Project and Business Support
* Governance, Assurance, and Reporting
* Digital and Service Transformation
With a strong track record in delivering complex, high‑impact change, DD&A supports initiatives ranging from service redesign to long‑term strategic programmes shaping healthcare delivery for the future.
The Candidate
We are expanding our Project Support Officer (PSO) cohort and are seeking two motivated, organised, and professional individuals to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to high‑profile digital and transformation projects, providing essential support that underpins effective delivery, strong governance, and successful outcomes.
As a Project Support Officer, You Will
* Support the coordination of all phases of project and programme delivery
* Maintain accurate and timely project documentation, plans, and logs
* Assist with reporting, governance, and assurance activities
* Support effective stakeholder engagement and communication
* Contribute to the smooth operation of a busy project and programme office
* Ensure high quality standards are maintained while meeting competing deadlines
You Will Demonstrate
* Recent experience working in a project office or project support environment
* A proven track record in project coordination, administration, or business support
* Strong organisational skills and a proactive approach to workload management
* An understanding of project management principles and life‑cycle delivery
* Confidence in working with a wide range of stakeholders
* A desire to develop your skills and progress within project and programme delivery
Location and Working Pattern
These posts can be based at Gyle Square, Edinburgh, or Delta House, Glasgow.
The team operates a hybrid working model, with an increasing expectation to attend office and customer sites regularly.
Work pattern is Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week.
Applicants must be residents of the UK for the post in which they will be employed.
Benefits
Our benefits package includes pension scheme, a comprehensive range of work‑life balance policies, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits. HR Benefits Brochure.
Inclusion
Public Services Delivery Scotland is a national organisation 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 personal and professional responsibilities. This is supported through Once for Scotland flexible working policies. PSDS 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 to which all staff are welcome to join. We are an equal opportunities employer and as an accredited Disability Confident Leader, we offer a fully accessible and inclusive recruitment service that supports applicants on their candidate journey. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the Recruitment Team on NSS.wfrs@nhs.scot.
Further Information
For an informal discussion on the post, please contact Josh Turnbull at Josh.Turnbull@nhs.scot.
Closing date for completed applications is 5 May 2026.
We are an equal opportunities employer and a committed participant in the Disability Confident Scheme, guaranteeing to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies.
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