Overview
Co-òrdanaiche leasachaidh na Gàidhlig (Gaelic Development Co-ordinator) – NHS Highland
Location: NHS Highland Board Area. Organisation: NHS Highland. Fixed Term or Secondment for 12 months. Hours: 22.2 hours (0.6 WTE). Salary: Band 3 (£28,011 - £30,230) pro rata. This is a Gaelic development role focused on promoting Gaelic across NHS Highland and to the wider public, supporting the NHS Gaelic Language Plan.
Role summary: As Gaelic Development Co-ordinator you’ll play a vital role in promoting Gaelic throughout our organisation and to the wider public—through progressing the actions contained within the NHS Highland Gaelic Language Plan.
Responsibilities
* Collating and editing content for internal and external publications
* Updating Gaelic sections of the NHS Highland website and intranet, and using social media to promote initiatives
* Working with services and partner organisations to maximise opportunities for engaging with Gaelic users
* Encouraging feedback on Gaelic use within NHS Highland
* Promoting the use of Gaelic throughout NHS Highland to colleagues and communities
* Promoting and coordinating learning opportunities for colleagues
* Providing admin support across equality, diversity & inclusion portfolio
* Supporting the launch of the Gaelic Staff Network
From attending career events to creating videos, you’ll be at the heart of our efforts to make Gaelic a proud and visible part of NHS Highland’s identity.
Who You Are / Requirements
* Clear Gaelic and English language communication, written and spoken
* Excellent communication and administrative skills
* Confidence using digital tools, websites, and social media
* Strong collaborative spirit and proactive mindset
* Keen eye for detail and ability to prioritise
* Ability to engage with people from all walks of life
Why you should join us
We offer a supportive environment with opportunities for training and professional development, and access to NHS Highland staff benefits.
Benefits
* Policies to balance commitments at work and home with flexible, family-friendly arrangements
* Excellent training and development opportunities
* Access to the Employee Assistance Programme
* Access to NHS staff benefits and discounts
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Access to NHS Pension
How to apply / Additional information
If you would like more information about the post, please contact Gayle Macrae at gayle.macrae@nhs.scot.
Additional information for candidates:
* You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.
* DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting.
* Posts close at midnight on the indicated date.
* For help to complete an application on Job Train please follow the linked guidance.
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* Some vacancies may be for internal candidates only.
About NHS Highland
NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering 12,500 square miles across Highland and Argyll & Bute. We value care, compassion, dignity, openness, honesty, responsibility, quality and teamwork.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Contract
Job function
* Other
* Hospitals and Health Care
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