Current vacancies

NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) provides a range of specialised systems and services, some of which are digital solutions, that enable NHS Boards to focus their efforts on delivering health improvement and patient care. Scotland has some of the best health service data in the world and we work in partnership with NHS Boards, hospitals, GP’s and Local Authorities to provide IT systems to support local decision makers and national policy and guidance

We seek a self-motivated enthusiastic Systems Developer to join our small established friendly developer team, who are supportive of each other on a day to day basis. The post could be office based or working at home so the candidate needs to be flexible to adapt to both of these options. You should keep up to date with new technology and frameworks.  You will be involved in design, development, maintenance and support of the best possible solutions for new and existing software products used throughout Scotland.  
Applicants should be educated to degree level in an IT related subject or have equivalent experience in a technical development role on large scale system solutions. You will have proven experience in a technical IT role, with strong experience in building Office 365 solutions including Power Apps and Power Automate (Flow) You will also have experience with:  
•    SQL Server (including complex SQL stored procedures) 
•    NoSQL databases
•    JavaScript, JQuery and Web Services
•    Agile methodologies
•    C# 
•    ASP.Net and MVC 
Experience with Azure DevOps, front end frameworks and container technologies would be desirable

You will have excellent inter-personal skills and be able to work with health professionals in NSS, NHS boards and Local Authorities. You will be able to demonstrate excellent organisational skills, and a high degree of accuracy. The ability to maintain strict confidentiality is essential.  
You should have the ability to work across many different projects with different priorities, managing the conflicting demands that this entails, negotiating and influencing customers and suppliers in terms of timescales and deadlines. 
Our Job Descriptions are generic for developer roles.  Please refer to the Person Specification for the specific skill sets required for the role. 
Our benefits package includes pension scheme, comprehensive range of work life balance policies, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits. 
For an informal discussion on the post, please contact John Hardy on 0141 282 2158.  
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications is Friday 18th December 2020
Please note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e-mail only, so please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders).

NHS National Services Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and as committed participant in the disability confident scheme, guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies

National Services Scotland is a national NHS Board operating right at the heart of NHSScotland. Through our services we provide invaluable support and advice, a role we also extend to the wider public sector. As a vital part of NHSScotland, NSS’ mission is to enable and support the delivery of better health and better care working in partnership. We do this by providing a range of specialised services that enable NHS Boards to focus their efforts on delivering health improvement and patient care.  
The team: 
HR People Solutions and experience are a team within the Human Resources and Workforce Development Department, who aim to provide an excellent service in all aspects of employment, from prior to commencement of employment and throughout the employment lifecycle of all staff. This includes providing a wide range of professional services such as recruitment, terms and conditions of service and policy, advice and guidance.
The vacancy and candidate:
We are looking for an HR Advisor with excellent communication skills, written and verbal, combined with excellent organisational and time-management skills to join the Case Management team. The individual should also have the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and possess good decision-making skills. 
The successful applicant should also be able to advise on and, where appropriate, support managers and SBU Directors in the management of highly sensitive and complex matters relating to conduct, grievance, bullying & harassment, capability and performance issues.  This includes participation in investigations, formal disciplinary and grievance hearings and appeal where there is a reliance on the post holder’s professional expertise to inform decisions regarding outcomes providing options and highlighting associated risks at each decision point, taking into account employment legislation, best practice and the need to ensure fairness and consistency of approach
The post will be within the Case Management team within HR People Solutions and Experience. 
It is, therefore, essential that the postholder has a comprehensive understanding of human resources practices, has significant HR experience and has a professional, confident approach.  It is also crucial that the individual has robust influencing and communication skills and has a strong customer focused approach, balancing the needs of the customers with the requirement to adhere to terms, conditions, policy and process.
The ability to work as part of a team is also essential, with the postholder being an adaptable, willing and conscientious.  Experience of managing or supervising staff is required.
The postholder will also contribute to the ongoing continuous development, delivering a customer focused service across the wide range of services our team provides, leading on specific development work or projects.  
The postholder should be educated to degree level or have equivalent HR experience.  He/she should hold or be working towards a CIPD qualification.
The post can be based in Edinburgh or Glasgow, but travel to other NSS sites to attend meetings will be required.
The successful candidate must comply with the Mandatory Induction Standards and with the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers
Our benefits package includes pension scheme, comprehensive range of work life balance policies, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits.
For an informal discussion on the post, please contact Mo Skilling on 07825 263409 or Diane McCallum on 07930 118060
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications is Tuesday 8th December 2020
Please note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e-mail only, so please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders).

NHS National Services Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and as committed participant in the disability confident scheme, guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies

As a vital part of NHSScotland, NHS National Services Scotland’s mission is to enable and support the delivery of better health and better care, working in partnership. We do this by providing a range of specialised support services that enable NHS Boards to focus their efforts on delivering health improvement and patient care.
NSS Digital & Security supports the NHS Scotland national eHealth agenda through the effective delivery of IM&T products and specialist services that will enable clinical process and efficiency improvements across Scotland. The core remit is focused on the management and delivery of IM&T services focused on national & local infrastructure, business and clinical capabilities.
The customer support desk team forms part of the Cloud Engineering & Operations function which supports NSS & external stakeholders through a modern infrastructure.  The customer support desk (CSD) provides first line contact and support from Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 17:30.  This role is also responsible for administration tasks and fulfilment of IT orders.   There is also a requirement to participate in a rota for out of hours’ support.  The post will be predominately office based.    
We are seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated Senior Technician with excellent communication & customer service skills to provide first-line support, supervision and act as deputy for the team manager. People skills are important.  Knowledge and experience of Microsoft Windows 10, Microsoft O365 and basic hardware and software diagnosis. Experience of ServiceNow would be an advantage though training will be provided.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a PVG Scheme Disclosure/Disclosure Scotland check. Any candidate who has worked overseas for more than 3 months will also be required to provide a criminal record check from the appropriate overseas agency
Our benefits package includes final salary pension scheme, comprehensive range of work life balance policies, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits.
For an informal discussion on the post, please contact Hazel Rielly, Customer Support Desk, on 0131 275 6718.
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications is Friday 18th December 2020.
Please note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e-mail only, so please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders).
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These posts are based at Dundee, Aberdeen & Edinburgh.

As a vital part of NHS Scotland, NHS National Services Scotland’s purpose is to support Scotland’s Health.  We do this by providing a range of specialised support services which we develop and improve in partnership with our many stakeholders.  These include NHS Boards, Scottish Government and other public sector organisations.

We now have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our Information and Cyber Security Team and work with us on developing and operating our national security platform. You’ll help us detect, triage and respond to security threats using multiple tools like: 

•    Security Information Event Management (SIEM) systems 
•    Vulnerability management and scanning tools 
•    Microsoft technologies including Microsoft 365, Defender ATP, and security dashboards

You’ll gain experience of incident handling and related communications, working with key stakeholders both within NHS Scotland and externally such as CareCERT SOC (NHS England), Local Authorities, Scottish Government and NCSC. 
You should be educated to degree level or have demonstrable academic achievements in the field of information and cyber security with evidence of continuing professional development. 
Candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria will be guaranteed an interview. 
The sucessful candidate will be required to undergo a Disclosure Scotland check.
Our benefits package includes pension scheme, comprehensive range of work life balance policies, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits.
For an informal discussion on the post, please contact Scott Barnett on scott.barnett@nhs.scot
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications is 7th December 2020
Please note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e-mail only, so please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders).

NHS National Services Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and as committed participant in the disability confident scheme, guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies

We are currently looking for 2 Operations Assistants to join our team based at Marischal Square, Aberdeen. One post is for 37.5 hours; the other is for 27.5 hours.

As a vital part of NHSScotland, NHS National Services Scotland’s purpose is to improve the health and wellbeing of the people of Scotland, by providing solutions to support and deliver public services. 
You will be responsible for processing GP Practice patient registrations, transferring medical records and recording childhood immunisations/assessments, as well as undertaking routine clerical tasks to support general medical practitioners and the public.  This will mean dealing with queries from GP Practices and the public by telephone/email throughout the day.
An effective team worker, you will possess Microsoft Office skills and telephone experience and will be able to demonstrate excellent customer service skills together with a high degree of accuracy. The ability to maintain strict confidentiality is essential.
Our benefits package includes pension scheme, comprehensive range of work life balance policies, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits.
For an informal discussion on the post, please contact Susan Tough on susan.tough@nhs.scot
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications is 10th December 2020
Please note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e-mail only, so please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders).

NHS National Services Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and as committed participant in the disability confident scheme, guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies

Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service
Staff Nurse
Permanent
Band – 5
Hours – 21 Hours
Location – Glasgow and West of Scotland

As a major division within the NHS National Services Scotland, the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) plays a vital role not only in the health of the people of Scotland but also on an international scale – through our leading position in new product development, biomedical research and donor services.  Our goal is to maintain the highest standards to patient care whilst remaining internationally competitive.

We are looking for a dynamic, forward thinking nurse who enjoys working as part of a team. You will require excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills. An active interest in training and quality assurance would also be beneficial. Within your role you will contribute to the overall management and smooth running of blood component collection sessions including whole blood and apheresis ensuring donors feel welcome, comfortable and valued. You will be required to undertake venepuncture and medical selection duties.

You must be flexible, and willing to work variable hours. Hours will include Sundays and regular late evenings.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a PVG Scheme Disclosure/Disclosure Scotland check. Any candidate who has worked overseas for more than 3 months will also be required to provide a criminal record check from the appropriate overseas agency.

Candidates must have current NMC registration at the time of applying

Our benefits package includes pension scheme, comprehensive range of work life balance policies, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits.

For an informal discussion on the post, please contact Pauline Stewart, Senior Nurse, on 0141 433 5938.

Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org

Closing date for completed applications is 7th December 2020

Please note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e-mail only, so please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders).

NHS National Services Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and as committed participant in the disability confident scheme, guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies

Fixed term contract for 2 years 

Practitioner and Counter Fraud Services ( P&CFS) are the national payment and registration service in Scotland, being responsible for payments in excess of £2.6b to Pharmacists, Doctors, Dentists and Opticians. P&CFS are currently engaged in a number of major digital, application and technology transformation programmes which embrace cloud based technology.
An exciting opportunity is available to the right candidate to join the management team to make a significant contribution to the development and modernisation of major payment and critical patient based systems.
Working across multiple delivery streams, he/she would provide ongoing consultancy with a proactive strategic overview to Sponsors, Executive Management and Stakeholders to ensure interdependencies and contention between strategic initiatives are recognised and integrated into development and roll out activities.
The post holder would be a suitably qualified programme manager, who can demonstrate experience in working on large complex high profile national IT developments, being able to develop, motivate and monitor staff within the programmes, identify training needs and monitor staff development to ensure that individual and collective objectives are achieved and a beneficial workplace climate is sustained.
You will be confident and self-motivated with a flexible and resilient approach to working on challenging, high profile, national programmes. You will also have experience of applying continuous improvement which you bring to all aspects of the role. Informal discussion can be arranged by contacting Tony Callaghan on 0131 275 6121
Closing date for completed applications is Tuesday 8th December 2020
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org

Please note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e-mail only, so please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders).

NHS National Services Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and as committed participant in the disability confident scheme, guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies

As a major division within the NHS National Services Scotland, the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) plays a vital role not only in the health of the people of Scotland but also on an international scale  through our leading position in new product development, biomedical research and donor services.  Our goal is to maintain the highest standards to patient care whilst remaining Internationally competitive.
The role of the SNBTS Quality and Regulatory Compliance Directorate is to develop and deliver a GMP compliant Quality Management System throughout SNBTS, which satisfies regulatory requirements whilst ensuring a high quality, efficient transfusion process from donor to patient. Members of the SNBTS Quality Team require to be forward thinking with the drive and self-motivation to relish a challenge. 
A vacancy has arisen within the Quality and Regulatory Compliance Directorate, in the Quality Systems Team for the post of Audit Manager.  The post is based in the Jack Copland Centre, Edinburgh although there will be a requirement to visit other SNBTS Centres and Sites as part of the role of the Post.
Applicants for this Post should hold an Honours Degree in a scientific , biomedical or clinical  discipline  and have experience of working  to the requirements of a Quality Management System in a regulated  GxP environment such as Transfusion Service delivery or commercial pharmaceutical or device manufacture. A post-graduate qualification such as a MSc would be an advantage.
Currently there is no routine requirement for “out of hours” or shift working for this post.
The successful candidate may be required to undergo a Disclosure Scotland check.
Any candidate who has worked overseas for more than 3 months will also be required to provide a criminal record check from the appropriate overseas agency.
Our benefits package includes pension scheme, comprehensive range of work life balance policies, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits.
For an informal discussion on the post, please contact Catherine Rooney on Catherine.Rooney2@nhs.scot
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications is 14th December 2020
Please note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e-mail only, so please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders).

NHS National Services Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and as committed participant in the disability confident scheme, guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies

As a major division within the NHS National Services Scotland, the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) plays a vital role not only in the health of the people of Scotland but also on an international scale – through our leading position in new product development, biomedical research and donor services. Our goal is to maintain the highest standards to patient care whilst remaining internationally competitive. 
We are looking for a NMC/HCPC Registered practitioner to join our SNBTS Transfusion Team to promote the safe and appropriate use of blood and blood components through the development of national programmes of education, associated quality improvement and clinical effectiveness initiatives. You will be one of the named Transfusion Practitioners for NHS Lothian and will work closely with NHS Lothian staff. You will also work with colleagues across the east region (Borders and Fife) as required and nationally as part of the wider SNBTS transfusion team.  You should be able to work with limited supervision and demonstrate flexibility in delivering the requirements of the post. Excellent communication and presentation skills and the ability to adopt a flexible and proactive approach to problem solving is required to promote and champion this national programme at all levels. Candidates should have considerable experience in a blood transfusion, haematology or related specialty.
Candidates should be educated to degree level or equivalent experience and should have extensive clinical transfusion experience. You will be required to travel between NHS sites and Higher Education Institutes in order to fully undertake all the duties associated with the post and as such a valid driving licence is desirable. The post-holder will be responsible for supporting safe transfusion practice and maintaining good communication channels across NHS Lothian as well as supporting other areas covered by the SNBTS Transfusion Team east region. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a PVG Scheme Disclosure check. Any candidate who has worked overseas for more than 3 months will also be required to provide a criminal record check from the appropriate overseas agency. 
Our benefits package includes pension scheme, comprehensive range of work life balance policies, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits.
For an informal discussion on the post, please contact Susan Cottrell on Susan.Cottrell2@nhs.scot
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications is 10th December 2020
Please note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e-mail only, so please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders).

NHS National Services Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and as committed participant in the disability confident scheme, guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies

Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service
Staff Nurse
Permanent
Band – 5
Hours – 21 Hours
Location – Glasgow and West of Scotland

As a major division within the NHS National Services Scotland, the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) plays a vital role not only in the health of the people of Scotland but also on an international scale – through our leading position in new product development, biomedical research and donor services.  Our goal is to maintain the highest standards to patient care whilst remaining internationally competitive.

We are looking for a dynamic, forward thinking nurse who enjoys working as part of a team. You will require excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills. An active interest in training and quality assurance would also be beneficial. Within your role you will contribute to the overall management and smooth running of blood component collection sessions including whole blood and apheresis ensuring donors feel welcome, comfortable and valued. You will be required to undertake venepuncture and medical selection duties.

You must be flexible, and willing to work variable hours. Hours will include Sundays and regular late evenings.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a PVG Scheme Disclosure/Disclosure Scotland check. Any candidate who has worked overseas for more than 3 months will also be required to provide a criminal record check from the appropriate overseas agency.

Candidates must have current NMC registration at the time of applying

Our benefits package includes pension scheme, comprehensive range of work life balance policies, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits.

For an informal discussion on the post, please contact Pauline Stewart, Senior Nurse, on 0141 433 5938.

Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org

Closing date for completed applications is 7th December 2020

Please note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e-mail only, so please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders).

NHS National Services Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and as committed participant in the disability confident scheme, guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies

This post is based at Dundee, Aberdeen & Edinburgh.

As a vital part of NHS Scotland, NHS National Services Scotland’s purpose is to support Scotland’s Health.  We do this by providing a range of specialised support services which we develop and improve in partnership with our many stakeholders.  These include NHS Boards, Scottish Government and other public sector organisations.

We now have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our Information and Cyber Security Team and work with us on developing and operating our national security platform. You’ll help us detect, triage and respond to security threats using multiple tools like: 

•    Security Information Event Management (SIEM) systems 
•    Vulnerability management and scanning tools 
•    Microsoft technologies including Microsoft 365, Defender ATP, and security dashboards

You’ll gain experience of incident handling and related communications, working with key stakeholders both within NHS Scotland and externally such as CareCERT SOC (NHS England), Local Authorities, Scottish Government and NCSC. 
You should be educated to degree level or have demonstrable academic achievements in the field of information and cyber security with evidence of continuing professional development. 
Candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria will be guaranteed an interview. 
The sucessful candidate will be required to undergo a Disclosure Scotland check.
Our benefits package includes pension scheme, comprehensive range of work life balance policies, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits.
For an informal discussion on the post, please contact Scott Barnett on scott.barnett@nhs.scot
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications is 7th December 2020
Please note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e-mail only, so please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders).

NHS National Services Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and as committed participant in the disability confident scheme, guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies

As a vital part of NHS Scotland, NHS National Services Scotland’s purpose is to support Scotland’s Health.  We do this by providing a range of specialised support services that enable NHS Boards to focus their efforts on health improvement and delivering world class patient care.The core purpose of the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service is to meet the transfusion needs of patients in Scotland.  In support of this, the SNBTS Tissues, Cells and Advanced Therapeutics (TCAT) Directorate is committed to a programme that will enhance the service provided to NHS Scotland in both clinical and operational areas, through the provision of a range of tissue, cellular and advanced therapy medicinal products.  SNBTS also undertakes research and development which is designed to support the strategic and operational priorities of the organisation, achieve high quality and impact and add value to broader NHS and Governmental objectives. 
This is an exciting opportunity to join the SNBTS TCAT Directorate as the Head of Operations for the service. The successful candidate for this new post will be integral to the efficient running of this service at the Jack Copland Centre and other sites in Edinburgh, with specific responsibility for operational activities pertaining to TCAT projects. The post holder will have a variety of responsibilities including budgetary management, liaison with external customers and collaborators, delivering internal and external projects to strict timelines, and building an effective project management team.
The successful candidate must be educated to post graduate level in bio/biomedical science and have extensive competence/experience in programme or project management.  In addition, the post holder must have significant experience of managing a team and experience in a GMP environment would be highly desirable.  The ability to oversee multiple projects concurrently and motivate an interdisciplinary team to deliver a complex service is also essential.
Our benefits package includes pension scheme, comprehensive range of work life balance policies, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits.
For an informal discussion on the post, please contact Joanne Mountford on Joanne.Mountford@nhs.scot
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications is 10th December 2020
Please note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e-mail only, so please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders).

NHS National Services Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and as committed participant in the disability confident scheme, guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies