Current vacancies

This is a 12 Month Fixed Term / Secondment Position.

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 currently seeking to recruit a Health Care Support Worker for a fixed term period of 12 months; you will be trained to carry out a range of general duties to provide vital support for the Specialist Healthcare Scientists in our busy Clinical Laboratory. 
This full time contract is a 37.5 hour working week; once the individual is trained there will be a requirement to participate in 24/7 out of hours shift work. No relevant experience is required as full training will be given.

The successful candidate(s) must comply with the Mandatory Induction Standards and with the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers.
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 or further information on the post, please contact Ross Medine, Blood Bank Laboratory Manager on 0131 242 7518 or email ross.medine@nhs.scot.
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications is the 1st Febuary 2021

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

The Scottish national blood transfusion service (SNBTS) plays a vital role as part of NHS Scotland. NHS National Services Scotland’s mission is to enable and support the delivery of 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. Suitable applicants are invited to join a hard working team in Blood Bank / Immunohematology sections of the Transfusion Centre. 
We are currently looking for a reliable person to join our clinical laboratory team. You will be trained to carry out a range of general duties to provide vital support for the Biomedical scientist staff in our Clinical Laboratories. The successful candidate should have a flexible approach to work. No relevant experience is required as full training will be given however excellent data inputting skills and fluency in the English language are essential. Applicants must also hold a full manual driving licence. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a PVG Scheme Disclosure Scotland check. 
Any candidate who has lived/worked overseas for more than 12 months in the preceding 5 years 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 or further information on the above post, please contact Christine Hawken  on 01224 552512 or e-mail Christine.hawken@nhs.scot
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications is Monday 1st February 2021
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

Previous applicants need not apply

Location – Gyle Square, Edinburgh / Larkhall

This is a challenging opportunity to help harness the buying power of more than £2.5 billion spent each year across the NHS in Scotland. PCF, the Procurement Centre of Expertise for Health, works in collaboration with Health Boards to ensure the highest level of patient care through the provision of a wide range of goods and services via a series of best value National Contracts and Distribution Services.

Data and information are key to the success of this process. Working with a commodity manager you will support the development, implementation and delivery of national contracts whilst building specialist product and market knowledge. Educated to HND level (or equivalent) you will have strong data gathering and analysing capabilities with an eye for detail. Experience in procurement or Health Service background would be an advantage.

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 Andrew Stewart on 0131 275 7587 or Paul Hornby on 01698 794540.
Closing date for completed applications is the 8th February 2021 
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 vital part of NHS Scotland, 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. We are looking for reliable and dependable people who are able to work as part of a team and on their own initiative. This role will be based at Jack Copeland Centre, Edinburgh however the post holder will be expected to work across multiple sites in the Edinburgh area according to service requirements. Expenses between base and other sites will be provided once authorised. This role will predominantly be based within Domestic Services however will involve working across Catering, Domestic and Reception as required, and once suitably trained. The post holder will also be required to participate in weekend and public holiday on call Rota as part of this post and to support cover for staff absence, therefore an element of flexibility required. 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 Kyle Toner (07773627599) or Lesley Gray (07779449635) 
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications is Monday 8th February 2021
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 confident, dynamic, forward thinking nurse who can lead and effectively manage a large team. You will require excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills. You will be self motivated, proactive and an innovative individual with the ability to be flexible and react positively to on-going changing demands and priorities.
Knowledge of blood collection processes would be advantageous as you will be required to undertake venepuncture and medical selection duties.
You must also be able to demonstrate evidence of ongoing professional development working within the competencies framework.
The position is based in Dundee; travel throughout the region is required at times. You must be flexible, and willing to work variable hours. Hours will include weekends and late evenings.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a PVG Scheme Disclosure Scotland check.
Any candidate who has lived/worked overseas for more than 12 months in the preceding 5 years will also be required to provide a criminal record check from the appropriate overseas agency.
Candidates must have current RGN 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 regarding this posts please contact Shona Reid, Senior Nurse Manager on 01224 812444 or 07964 246898 
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications is Friday 12th February 2021
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, National Services Scotland’s (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.   

An opportunity has arisen in our Human Resources function for three HR Business Partners to join our team, to provide Strategic HR leadership and direction for our SBU/Directorates as the senior HR professional on their Senior Management Teams.  

The role will lead, shape, and drive the development of SBU / Directorates Workforce and People strategies and local people plans to enable the delivery of the SBU/ Directorates strategy and business plans.

The post requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills including persuasive, influencing and motivational, strong organisational skills and the ability to produce written work of the highest quality

You will be educated to degree level or equivalent, with membership of Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development or equivalent relevant experience.

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 Jacqui Jones, Director of HR and Workforce Development on 07825 696443 or 0131 275 6603.

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

Closing date for completed applications is Wednesday 10th February 2021

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 recruiting for a Director of Procurement, Commissioning and Facilities for NHS National Services Scotland.

NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) is a Non-Departmental Public Body at the heart of the health service providing a range of national, specialist and shared infrastructure services and solutions to NHS Scotland boards and to some wider public sector organisations. Accountable to the Scottish Government, NSS is integral to the delivery of health and care services in Scotland – locally, regionally and nationally.

Our aim is to ensure NSS is integral to a world-leading health and care service by enabling health and care transformation, assisting other organisations involved in health and care, and continuing to underpin NHS Scotland with excellent support services.

The Director of Procurement, Commissioning and Facilities will provide strategic leadership and direction to the planning, management and delivery of a range of highly specialist National Services to NHS Scotland and Health and Social Care providers which support the delivery of safe and
effective patient care, value for money and a safe and effective operating environment.

As a member of the Executive Management Team you will fully contribute to and participate in the corporate management and governance of NSS.

We are looking for an experienced and pro-active leader to play a key role in enabling NSS’s future. Your strong strategic procurement and or commissioning experience will drive and assure the provision of services to meet the increasingly challenging needs of NSS and the wider NSS customer base.

You should have extensive leadership ability at a senior/executive level in a multidisciplinary environment over a number of years. This should include experience of working in an organisation of considerable scale and complexity.

You will be educated to degree level in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience. A post-graduate qualification would be desirable. You should be able to provide evidence of continuing professional/personal development, including management and leadership development.

In return, you will receive a competitive remuneration package and the satisfaction of knowing that your success contributes to better health and better care for more than 5 million people in Scotland.

For an informal discussion please contact Colin Sinclair on Colin.Sinclair@nhs.scot or Mary Morgan on mary.morgan@nhs.scot

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.

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. 

Closing date for completed applications is 31st January 2021

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

There are a number of challenging opportunities to help harness the buying power of more than £2.4 billion spent each year across the NHS in Scotland. PCF, the Procurement Centre of Expertise for Health, works in collaboration with Health Boards to ensure the highest level of patient care through the provision of a wide range of goods and services via a series of best value National Contracts and Distribution Services.
Knowledgeable and experienced in strategic procurement you will take responsibility for a portfolio of commodities. You will implement PCF strategies, whilst managing supplier relationships to ensure the effective and on-going delivery of best value contracts.  Using your procurement skills and through acquiring specialised product knowledge, you will provide customers with excellent product choice and quality whilst contributing to the strategic sourcing programme targets. It is anticipated that the post will fill a vacancy responsible for the sourcing of both service and product commodities required by NHS Scotland within the Strategic Sourcing Workstream of NSS PCF. With this in mind we are particularly interested in candidates with knowledge and procurement experience of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), as well as medical and non-medical products and services.  
The post holder should be educated to degree level in a relevant business discipline and hold or be working toward Membership of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) or equivalent. Demonstrable experience of having successful track record in strategic sourcing and tendering is essential, including strategy development and supplier management. The post holder should also possess excellent communication and influencing skills.
The successful candidate(s) 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 Paul Hornby on 01698794540
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications is Monday 1st February 2021
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 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.

Procurement, Commissioning and Facilities (PCF) provide specific services and expert advice across its portfolio of activity.  Outputs include specialist services commissioning, screening, national contracting, logistics, procurement systems, and professional advice and expertise about property, facilities, construction and equipment.
The Business Support Department provides professional administration services which support the day to day ongoing work and projects delivered by PCF.  The department also provides guidance and support to all corporate governance and assurance initiatives.

We are currently seeking an experienced Business Support Administrator to provide a full range of administrative support services. 
You must have the confidence to act on your own initiative particularly when dealing with confidential administrative duties and enquiries on behalf of the wider team and PCF.  You should have proven experience in a similar role, be ideally educated to HND in Office Administration or a related subject or have equivalent experience, also significant experience in taking detailed minutes.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential as are well-developed organisational abilities and a flexible approach to working. In depth knowledge of Microsoft office packages and excellent attention to detail.  

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

For an informal discussion on the post, please contact Alan Davies  on  0141 300 1928 
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org.
Closing date for completed applications is the 05 February 2021 
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/ Secondment opportunity until July 2022

As a vital part of NHS Scotland, 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. We are looking for reliable and dependable people who are able to work as part of a team and on their own initiative. This role will be based at Jack Copeland Centre, Edinburgh however the post holder will be expected to work across multiple sites in the Edinburgh area according to service requirements. Expenses between base and other sites will be provided once authorised. This role will predominantly be based within Domestic Services however will involve working across Catering, Domestic and Reception as required, and once suitably trained. The post holder will also be required to participate in weekend and public holiday on call Rota as part of this post and to support cover for staff absence, therefore an element of flexibility required.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 Kyle Toner (07773627599) or Lesley Gray (07779449635) 
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications is Monday 8th February 2021
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 for a 2 year fixed term contract/ secondment  

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 Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) Tissues, Cells & Advanced Therapeutics undertakes cutting edge research and development of new cell and gene therapies.  SNBTS also manufacture a range of tissues (eg. bone, heart valves), cells (eg. haematopoietic stem/progenitor cells) and advanced therapies (eg. regenerative macrophages, pluripotent stem cells, cytotoxic T-cells) for clinical use. These products are all manufactured in our state of the art clean room facilities according to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
In support of this research, development and manufacturing function, we offer an exciting opportunity to join the SNBTS TCAT group as a Programme Manager.  The successful candidate will specifically be expected to work with the Head of Cellular Therapeutics to manage and develop a portfolio of projects.  The initial focus will be on stem cell based projects with funding and collaborations spanning academic, health service and commercial partners. 
Educated to postgraduate level in bio/biomedical sciences, you will also have extensive and demonstrable experience of programme/project management, ideally in the life sciences sector.  You should be used to working with diverse stakeholders and competing priorities whilst delivering on multiple projects. Previous experience of working in a GMP environment and/or with quality management systems will be an advantage. 
Applications will be assessed against the criteria in the Person Specification.
The post will be located within the TCAT Directorate at the Jack Copland Centre on the Heriot Watt Research Park. 
The post is for a fixed term of 2 years in the first instance.
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.
Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the Head of Cellular Therapeutics Dr Jo Mountford, for an informal discussion about the post. Email: Joanne.mountford@nhs.scot
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications is Friday 19th February 2021
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

NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) has designed NHS Scotland Assure to improve the management of risk in new builds and refurbishment projects across NHS Scotland. The new service will be a multi-disciplinary team with subject matter experts in the fields of infection prevention and control, hard and soft facilities and building management. It will have oversight for the design, construction, and maintenance of major infrastructure developments within the NHS. It will be a quality management system for the healthcare built environment. NHS Scotland Assure will strengthen infection prevention and control in the built environment and play a crucial guidance role regarding incidents and outbreaks across health and social care.

Our forthcoming NSS service will serve to improve the management of risk in new builds and refurbishment across NHS Scotland. We are currently recruiting Healthcare Scientists to play an integral role in this service.

This role will contribute to the development, maintenance and delivery of one or more surveillance systems under the guidance of senior scientific. The post holder will provide advice and information to a range of stakeholders on built environment and health protection topics.

The service aims to support research that will provide evidence to help reduce risks within the healthcare built environment in the areas of ventilation, water, drainage, electrical and medical gas systems, fire suppression and infection prevention and control. This is really important as we all know patient safety is a fundamental requirement when delivering our healthcare facilities. The guidance produced by our service and advice provided by our subject matter experts helps ensure that patients, their carer’s and those delivering healthcare are in an environment which is not only safe but also effective and person centred. 

We are looking to recruit a Healthcare Scientist to help produce the evidence base needed to ensure that the advice given and the guidance produced by our service to support the delivery of safe healthcare facilities is based, not only on best practice but also best evidence. The successful candidate will also contribute to the delivery of new research in areas where there are gaps in our evidence base. 

As a Healthcare Scientist, the post holder will be required to provide specialised research skills and expertise to support consultants, programme leads and senior staff in the provision of specialised information, guidance, advice and support to stakeholders.  You should be able to identify, critically appraise and summarise scientific and technical literature, assimilate and present this information appropriately to groups of staff and stakeholders.  You will be educated to post graduate level in a health or research field.  You should have an enthusiastic approach with excellent planning and organisational skills and have the ability to foster and maintain good working relationships. 

Knowledge and experience of the NHS Scotland healthcare estates and facilities would be advantageous.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a PVG Scheme Disclosure Scotland check. 
Any candidate who has lived/worked overseas for more than 12 months in the preceding 5 years will also be required to provide a criminal record check from the appropriate overseas agency.

How do I find out more? 
Full details of this role can be found at: https://www.edenscott.com/client-campaigns/nhs-scotland-assure  
For an informal discussion regarding the post, please contact Sarah Gracie;Email: sarah.gracie@edenscott.com , Tel: 0141 410 1028 
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org 
Closing date for completed applications is the 10th February 2021 
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 a 12 Month Fixed Term / Secondment position.

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.
In order to meet the increasing demand from internal NSS customers, Health Boards and the Scottish Government, NSS IT are seeking to recruit a permanent Business Analyst. 

Using the variety of Business Analysis tools and techniques, the postholder will be responsible for helping our customers plan and implement their strategies for health and wellbeing of the people of Scotland. You will be responsible for :

• for iterative design which meets the needs of the business and aligns with the strategic direction of the organisation
• understanding our customer business needs and be able to creatively shape and refine business solutions to meet those needs
• guiding and advising clients to help them develop solutions that are aligned to the future technology architecture.

You must be able to work collaboratively across multi functional teams and have ability to quickly establish your credibility with customers and staff at all levels. The candidate must have working knowledge of agile methodology and be able to apply the agile mindset to all aspects of their work.

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 Nichola Huey, Head of Architecture & Consulting Nichola.huey@nhs.scot
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications is the 08th February 2021 
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 a 3 month fixed term / secondment position.

Initial position on a Secondment basis from any NHS area, located at any NHS site across Scotland albeit currently in a working from home capacity.

No more evident than at this time, NHS National Services Scotland’s (NSS) mission is to support the delivery of better health and care as a vital part of NHS Scotland.

As part of continued growth in our NSS Digital and Security (DaS) Operations area, a further exciting opportunity has been created to strengthen our Service Management team specifically focussed on the new COVID-19 portfolio of Services delivered by NSS.

As a DaS Service Manager you will be responsible for ensuring we design, develop, deploy and manage the efficient and effective Service of the COVID-19 portfolio provided by NSS.

All interested parties should contact Steven Flockhart, Director of Cloud Engineering & Operations. Steven.Flockhart@nhs.scot
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date is the 5th February 2021
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 (NSS) is a national NHS Board operating at the heart of NHSScotland providing support and advice at a strategic and operational level. Our aim is to deliver high quality services that help our partners save money and free up resources so they can be re-invested into essential services. 

This role is one of the most influential and high-profile opportunities across the organisation and we’re looking for an outstanding candidate who can help maximise the positive impact NSS can have on NHS Scotland and the wider public sector. In this key role you will work with the Executive Management team to lead, direct and inform the strategic director for NSS.  You will be instrumental in assisting the Board in making strategic decisions, understand its appetite for risk, the key drives of performance and key points of decision making.  This role will lead and direct the executive of the agreed Board strategy.   You will also progress and support delivery of ministerial targets, actively engaging with other public sector leaders to deliver on this.

You will report to the Chief Executive of NHS NSS and will be a member of the Executive Management Team, providing leadership, support and guidance across all functions of the organisation.  The dimensions of the role provide a strong indicator of its importance and complexity.

You will have significant influence on the plans and priorities of the Strategic Business Units and be responsible for leading on and driving forward operational excellence across the whole of NSS.  In addition, you will have the ability to influence and the shape and the range of services across NSS and how these are designed to meet the needs of customers. 

This is a very challenging but highly rewarding position which will require the successful candidate to have outstanding strategy, leadership and influencing skills. Key to the role is the ability to effectively engage with multiple stakeholders and communicate your vision and ideas in a clear and concise manner. You must be highly results–oriented but achieve those results working in partnership and with a keen eye for political sensitivity and the need to work as a team.  It is vital that you espouse the values of the NHS in Scotland with openness, integrity, respect and care being at the heart of those values.

Qualifications & Experience Required

Degree level in a relevant discipline or a post-graduate qualification would be desirable or equivalent experience
Evidence of continuing professional/personal development, including management and leadership development.
You will have experience of operating at a senior management level in a diverse, complex, and expanding organisation which requires the operation and understanding of matrix management skills. 
In addition, experience at a senior level in a commercial organisation along with experience of the NHS and the dynamics of the Healthcare system, or other public sector organisation would be a distinct advantage.
You will require the highest levels of communication skills, and an open, supportive and visible management style in order to earn the confidence and respect necessary to deliver effectively the agenda on major change; to develop a culture that encourages initiative, individual and team responsibility and open communication that motivates staff.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a PVG Scheme 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 Mary Morgan, NSS Chief Executive Designate: Mary.Morgan@nhs.scot or Jacqui Jones, Director of HR & Workforce Development: Jacqui.Jones@nhs.scot

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

Closing date for completed applications is 21st February 2021

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

Previous applicants need not apply

Location – Gyle Square, Edinburgh / Larkhall

This is a challenging opportunity to help harness the buying power of more than £2.5 billion spent each year across the NHS in Scotland. PCF, the Procurement Centre of Expertise for Health, works in collaboration with Health Boards to ensure the highest level of patient care through the provision of a wide range of goods and services via a series of best value National Contracts and Distribution Services.

Data and information are key to the success of this process. Working with a commodity manager you will support the development, implementation and delivery of national contracts whilst building specialist product and market knowledge. Educated to HND level (or equivalent) you will have strong data gathering and analysing capabilities with an eye for detail. Experience in procurement or Health Service background would be an advantage.

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 Andrew Stewart on 0131 275 7587 or Paul Hornby on 01698 794540.
Closing date for completed applications is the 8th February 2021 
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.
We are looking for a donor carer venepuncturist to join our existing community teams who provide a high standard of care to our donors. 
You should be friendly, enjoy meeting people and be willing to work as part of a team. You’ll enjoy a varied role which includes caring for donors throughout the blood donation process, loading/unloading and assembling our community session donation equipment.
The position is within Donor Services Blood Collection Team is based in Glasgow; however extensive travel throughout the region the West of Scotland is required. You must be flexible, and willing to work variable hours. Hours will include Public holidays, Sundays and regular late evenings.
Knowledge of health care or other customer focused environments is essential. Standard keyboard skills are essential as are good communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.

The successful candidate must comply with the Mandatory Induction Standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland 2009; and with the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a PVG Scheme Disclosure Scotland check. 
Any candidate who has lived/worked overseas for more than 12 months in the preceding 5 years 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 call the Senior Nurse Office on 0141 433 5938 Monday to Friday 9:00 to 16:00. 
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications is the 29th January 2021 

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 is a Fixed Term / Secondment Opportunity for 18 months

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.  SNBTS 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 a Production Scientist. The successful candidate for this new post will directly involved in the GMP production of a range of tissues, cells and advanced therapeutics at the Scottish Centre for Regenerative Medicine and/or the Jack Copland Centre in Edinburgh.  The successful candidate must be educated to honours degree level. In addition, the post holder must have demonstrable experience resulting in specialist knowledge of a range of procedures and processes in the GMP manufacture of tissue and/or cellular therapy products.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a PVG Scheme Disclosure Scotland check. Any candidate who has lived/worked overseas for more than 12 months in the preceding 5 years will also be required to provide a criminal record check from the appropriate overseas agency. As part of this recruitment are 3x 18month fixed term positions available 2x within the Advanced Therapeutics team and 1x within the HPC team.

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 Mark Barnett, Production Manager on mark.barnett@nhs.scot or 0131 314 5656.
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications is Monday 1st February 2021
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 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 whole blood and blood component sessions ensuring donors feel welcome, comfortable and valued. You will be required to undertake venepuncture and medical selection duties.
The position is based in Aberdeen; however extensive travel throughout the region is required. You must be flexible, and willing to work variable hours. Hours will include regular Sundays and late evenings. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a PVG Scheme Disclosure Scotland check. Any candidate who has lived/worked overseas for more than 12 months in the preceding 5 years 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 regarding this posts please contact Shona Reid, Senior Nurse Manager on 01224 812444 or 07964246898.
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications is Monday 8th February 2021
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