Equality and Diversity
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.
Role Overview
We are looking for an inspirational leader who is caring, compassionate and motivated to join our strong, empowered and highly skilled nursing family.
Key Responsibilities
While the specific duties are detailed in the linked job description, the core responsibilities for this position include:
* Providing strategic leadership to deliver high quality, compassionate, safe and effective care for patients and service users.
* Working collaboratively within a person‑focused approach to support the vision, ambitions and values of the organization.
* Engaging in clinical education and training, including induction and preceptorship programmes.
* Demonstrating alignment with the values and ambitions set out in the Strategic Plan.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Current membership or record in the PVG Scheme for the relevant regulatory group (child and/or adult) or a pending application to Disclosure Scotland that is deemed satisfactory.
* Evidence of inspirational leadership qualities: caring, compassionate, motivated, and a commitment to continuous professional development.
* Experience working within a nursing and midwifery workforce or similar healthcare setting is desirable.
Application Notes
To work in the United Kingdom you must demonstrate that you have the relevant permission to work in the country, granted by the UK Visa and Immigration Service. The vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received. Please complete and submit your application at an early stage.
We fully support disabled candidates, candidates with long‑term conditions or those who are neuro‑divergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.
For further information and to view the full job description and person specification, please consult the linked documents. If you have any questions, contact Rhona McLeod, 0131 286 8919.
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