ARGYLL & BUTE OPERATIONAL UNIT
Salaried General Practitioner for VULNERABLE CHILDREN
Within CHILD HEALTH SERVICES
Permanent
Post 1: Oban, Child Health (1 Session, 4 Hours per week)
Applications are invited for the post of Salaried General Practitioner for Vulnerable Children within Child Health Services, Argyll & Bute. The post holder will undertake health assessments of children / young people (mainly up to 16 years of age), who are vulnerable as a result of disabilities, chronic ill health, emotional and behavioural difficulties, social disadvantage including those who have been abused or are looked after or accommodated by Argyll and Bute Council. The role includes acting as Medical Advisor to the Argyll and Bute Adoption and Fostering Panel. The successful candidate will provide also leadership through the development of governance systems within general practices to ensure best outcomes for the most vulnerable children and their families in the local area.
Applicants must have MRCGP or equivalent and be eligible for inclusion on the Primary Care Performers List for NHS Highland.
Further information on NHS Highland can be found at the following link
Enquiries to Beth Wiseman, Telephone, email -
Please only use the NHS Highland Application form which is available electronically along with the Job Pack by e-mailing
Closing Date: 20th February 2026
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.
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Additional Information For Candidates
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NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.
We employ over 10,700 people, making us one of the biggest employers in the area. As an organisation, we make a very significant contribution to the local economy.
Our staff are also important members of our communities. Our greatest asset is our workforce, and the way we go about our work comes from the values and behaviours we demonstrate on a daily basis. As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and social care values.
Care and compassion
Dignity and respect
Openness, honesty and responsibility
Quality and teamwork