Current 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.

The CLO delivers legal services to all Health Boards throughout Scotland, in litigation, employment, commercial contracts and commercial property. 

The post holder will provide expert legal services to a number of NHS clients as part of a litigation team across the range of litigation work.

The requirements for the post are as shown below and in the accompanying job description.
The post holder should have extensive post-qualifying experience. In addition, he/she should possess a sound knowledge of reparation law and legal practice, acquired through a degree in law, postgraduate diploma in legal practice and 2 years’ traineeship, plus further relevant post qualifying experience in the Court of Session and Sheriff Court. Particularly desirable will be experience in Health and safety prosecutions, medical negligence and commercial litigation.

The CLO is located at Anderson House in Leith, Edinburgh.

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 Elaine Coull on 01312757832
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org 
Closing date for completed applications is the 8th March 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 Maternity Cover for 12 Month Fixed Term / Secondment position

This post offers an exciting opportunity to provide professional administrative support and confidential secretarial services to the Head of Donor Services, Donor Operations and Resourcing Manager and the Admin department in Northern Arch.

We are recruiting an enthusiastic, motivated, flexible person to undertake this challenging and interesting post. 
This post is based in Northern Arch/ Dundee Donor Centre, Ninewells Hospital and will require travel to meetings.

Candidates must be educated to higher grade level or demonstrate equivalent experience. We are looking for an individual who has a customer focused approach, is organized and adaptable. You must also possess excellent communication skills, have the ability to multi task and be able to work under pressure. You must possess high working knowledge off Word, Excel and Access software packages whilst also having excellent key board skills. Previous relevant healthcare administration experience is advantageous. 

Working days are Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a PVG Scheme Disclosure Scotland check
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.

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.

If you would like to have an informal discussion about this vacancy, please contact Karen Stewart, Donor Office’ Assistant Manager 01382 645166 Ext. 4808 or 07973125225.
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications is the 12th March 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

18 month Fixed Term/Secondment opportunity

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.

In order to meet the increasing demand for Primary Care Systems development from Health Boards, SGHSC and P&CFS operational business, DaS are seeking to recruit a Test Analyst to support the delivery of Business IT services for national IT Systems used by NHS Scotland.

We seek to appoint an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to contribute to the provision of Testing & BAU services within Business IT to support system development, enhancement & maintenance across NHS Scotland.  The post holder will contribute to systems, to enable enhancement and access to electronic data for health professionals.
You will have excellent software testing, communication and inter-personal skills and be able to work as a member of the Business IT department liaising with customers, stakeholders, health professionals in NSS and NHS boards as well as suppliers involved across the development lifecycle of systems. You will be able to demonstrate excellent organisational and decision making skills, exhibiting a high degree of accuracy whilst providing knowledge and skills as part of a team of specialist test analysts. You will have experience of working on large scale national IT systems developments as well as maintaining BAU services. You will be educated to degree level (or equivalent) with proven track record of system and software testing and delivering across the systems development lifecycle. You should also be able to work across multiple projects with different priorities, managing the conflicting demands that this entails.

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 Gerry McAteer (Department Manager) on 07768796888
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications by the 19th March  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 donor carer to join our existing team of staff 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. The position is within Donor Services Blood Collection Team is based in Dundee; however extensive travel throughout the region is required. You must be flexible, and willing to work variable hours. Hours will include 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 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

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.

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 the 8th March 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 18 Month Fixed Term / Secondment position.

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 QC Analyst. The successful candidate for this new post will directly involved in the QC testing of a range of tissues, cells and advanced therapeutics and controlled environments.  The successful candidate must be educated to degree level. In addition, the post holder must have demonstrable experience resulting in specialist knowledge of a range of procedures and processes, ideally in microbiological and/or biochemical QC testing. 

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.

Interested applicants are encouraged to contact Stuart Doig, QC Manager or Colin McLean ,QC Manager for an informal discussion about the role at stuart.doig2@nhs.scot or colin.mclean@nhs.scot.
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications is the 8th March 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

Programme Management Services (PgMS) is one of the largest and fastest growing centres of excellence in portfolio, programme and project management in Scotland.  We are a national provider of specialist transformation services to the NHS and wider public sector.

We are seeking an International Engagement Manager to join our International Engagement Team within PgMS.  The Team delivers international engagement activities in support of Scotland’s digital health and care agenda on behalf of the Scottish Government’s Technology Enabled Care and Digital Healthcare Innovation Division.

The successful candidate will have a varied and challenging role, working with international stakeholders to secure new opportunities for knowledge exchange, collaboration and funding to support Scotland’s digital health and care innovation agenda. 
You will be responsible for the delivery of specific activities and projects within the International Engagement Action Plan, focussed on the development and delivery of knowledge exchange and learning opportunities for Scottish and international digital health and care stakeholders. You will be expected to deliver to tight deadlines and have the ability to work well under pressure.  
You should be a highly organised individual, with experience and credibility in the field of digital health and care; excellent people and communication skills; and be capable of working with stakeholders at senior government levels. You should have also extensive experience of working with international networks and EU funded projects. 
We are looking for a proven relationship builder, who is reliable and enthusiastic, to lead on the development of knowledge exchange programmes that champion digital health and care both within and out with Scotland. 

We offer employees a very competitive benefits package which supports you to balance life with work, as well as a generous pension scheme and discounts on leisure and shopping experiences.  We also provide excellent training and learning opportunities, plus employee support services. 

An informal discussion can be arranged by emailing donna.henderson2@nhs.scot.  
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications is the 8th March 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.

The CLO delivers legal services to all Health Boards throughout Scotland, in litigation, employment, commercial contracts and commercial property. 

The post holder will provide expert legal services to a number of NHS clients as part of a litigation team across the range of litigation work.

The requirements for the post are as shown below and in the accompanying job description.
The post holder should have extensive post-qualifying experience. In addition, he/she should possess a sound knowledge of reparation law and legal practice, acquired through a degree in law, postgraduate diploma in legal practice and 2 years’ traineeship, plus further relevant post qualifying experience in the Court of Session and Sheriff Court. Particularly desirable will be experience in Health and safety prosecutions, medical negligence and commercial litigation.

The CLO is located at Anderson House in Leith, Edinburgh.

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 Elaine Coull on 01312757832
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org 
Closing date for completed applications is the 8th March 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

Programme Management Services (PgMS) is one of the largest and fastest growing centres of excellence in portfolio, programme and project management in Scotland.  We are a national provider of specialist transformation services to the NHS and wider public sector.   In PgMS we work with our clients across a range of programmes to solve problems, co-design and co-deliver transformational change and improve outcomes. Our work spans diverse areas such as mental health, laboratory and diagnostic services and NHS Scotland’s response to COVID-19, from Inverness to the Borders.

PgMS is supported by a Programme Management Office (PMO).  This provides business support and programme management services across PgMS.

Roles will be virtual initially whilst lock down restrictions are in place.  All staff will have a base hub, this is either Meridian House Glasgow Or Gyle Square, Edinburgh

The Commercial Manager is part of the PMO leadership team and takes responsibility for supporting the PgMS leadership team in developing and delivering strategies, which ensure PgMS is self-funding and ensure income covers all operational costs.   We are looking for an individual with strong commercial and financial skills coupled with demonstratable experience of working in a project environment in a complex organisation.  

We offer employees a very competitive benefits package which supports you to balance life with work, as well as a generous pension scheme and discounts on leisure and shopping experiences.  We also provide excellent training and learning opportunities, plus employee support services. 

Successful candidates will be professional with a client-focused approach, bring proven experience of financial modelling.  You will have a natural aptitude for solving problems as well as engaging and communicating effectively with diverse stakeholders.  Experience of working within a project management environment would be advantageous, as would line management skills.

Apply via www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk, quoting reference 045969.  

An informal discussion can be arranged by emailing nss.pgms-pmo@nhs.scot 

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

Please note that unless there are exceptional circumstances, successful candidates will start on the salary scale minimum.  

Closing date for completed applications is midnight on Sunday 14th March and it is anticipated that all interviews will be virtual and will take place on Thursday 24th March.

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 the common name of the Common Services Agency for the Scottish Health Service. NHS National Services Scotland is an equal opportunities employer. Candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria will be guaranteed an interview. ???????

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 the 12 March  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.
NSS IT are seeking to recruit a systems developer to support the delivery of Business IT services for national IT Systems used by NHSScotland.

We seek to appoint an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to contribute to the provision of development and maintenance of applications within Business IT used to support decision making across NHS Scotland.  The post holder will contribute to systems, to enable access to electronic data for health professionals.

• You will have excellent inter-personal skills and be able to work as a member of Business IT and liaise with health professionals in NSS and NHS boards. You will be able to demonstrate excellent organisational skills, and a high degree of accuracy. The ability to maintain strict confidentially is essential.  You will be educated to degree level (or equivalent) with IT experience, a large part of which should have been providing web-based applications with proven experience in a role using a combination of Java 7, Struts 1.1, Spring 5, HTML, JavaScript / JQuery, JSP (Java Server Pages), JSTL, Maven and Oracle. 

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 initially contact James Grahame at  james.grahame@nhs.scot.
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications is the 15th March 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

Health Facilities Scotland (HFS) is part of the Procurement, Commissioning and Facilities (PCF) Strategic Business Unit within NHS National Services Scotland and provides operational guidance to NHS Scotland healthcare bodies on all facilities topics. We deliver and co-ordinate effective advice and support in relation to national facilities, equipping and technical matters which support and improve health and well-being services.

The Estates and Asset Management Advisor (Property and Capital Planning) is a permanent post.  
 
We are looking for an experienced and qualified member of staff to support the work on the Estates and Strategic Asset Management agenda.

The Estates and Asset Management Advisor will provide advice, guidance and support on a broad range of complex building and estate related issues to the Scottish Government and the NHS in Scotland.  

They will work together with the NHS Scotland Boards on the development of Boards individual Performance Framework and Quality outcomes as detailed in the Annual State of NHS Scotland Assets and Facilities Report, and provide support to the Boards in implementation and planning.

They will support NHS Scotland Boards with the use of tools including the Estates Asset Management System (EAMS), Common Data Environment (CDE) and Capital Planning System, to support strategic estate management and development, as well as property performance reporting.  

They will work together with Boards on their ongoing survey and property appraisal programmes, advising on and ensuring consistency of data as defined in the NHSScotland Property Appraisal Manual. 

They will work together with Boards on their ongoing Digital Estate requirements, signposting to appropriate guidance and templates, ensuring consistency of data and CDE population.    

They will provide direct support to Board’s property and asset teams on asset management and CDE issues, covering IT issues in addition to assisting with data recording.  

In addition, where required, act as Project Manager to enable the effective delivery of Scottish Government Health and Social Care Directorate (SGHSCD), NHS or HFS projects.

The successful applicant will be degree qualified in a relevant subject and will have wide knowledge / experience of NHS estates and strategic asset management issues. An awareness of Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Digital Estate / Digital Twins would be advantageous.
 
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 please contact Louise Sykes, Senior Digital Estate and Asset Management Advisor at louise.sykes@nhs.scot or 07920 701961.
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications is the 8th March 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 the 12 March  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 donor carer to join our existing team of staff 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. The position is within Donor Services Blood Collection Team is based in Dundee; however extensive travel throughout the region is required. You must be flexible, and willing to work variable hours. Hours will include 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 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

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.

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 the 8th March 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

18 month Fixed Term/Secondment opportunity

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.

In order to meet the increasing demand for Primary Care Systems development from Health Boards, SGHSC and P&CFS operational business, DaS are seeking to recruit a Test Analyst to support the delivery of Business IT services for national IT Systems used by NHS Scotland.

We seek to appoint an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to contribute to the provision of Testing & BAU services within Business IT to support system development, enhancement & maintenance across NHS Scotland.  The post holder will contribute to systems, to enable enhancement and access to electronic data for health professionals.
You will have excellent software testing, communication and inter-personal skills and be able to work as a member of the Business IT department liaising with customers, stakeholders, health professionals in NSS and NHS boards as well as suppliers involved across the development lifecycle of systems. You will be able to demonstrate excellent organisational and decision making skills, exhibiting a high degree of accuracy whilst providing knowledge and skills as part of a team of specialist test analysts. You will have experience of working on large scale national IT systems developments as well as maintaining BAU services. You will be educated to degree level (or equivalent) with proven track record of system and software testing and delivering across the systems development lifecycle. You should also be able to work across multiple projects with different priorities, managing the conflicting demands that this entails.

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 Gerry McAteer (Department Manager) on 07768796888
Further information on NSS is available from: www.nhsnss.org
Closing date for completed applications by the 19th March  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”