NHS Lothian
252874 (GH) Charge Nurse - Band 6
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NHS Scotland Leadership Opportunity in Nursing
About the Role
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce. We aim for our organisation to be truly representative and for every employee to feel respected, present their best work, and thrive.
Show your true potential – we want to see you.
A collaborative, person-focused approach lies at the heart of our vision. Our Strong Vision, Ambitions, and Values guide the delivery of high-quality, compassionate, safe, and effective care.
We are seeking an inspirational leader who embodies our values:
- Caring
- Compassionate
- Motivated
Specifically, we are recruiting a nursing leader to join our strong, empowered, and highly skilled nursing family.
Our Commitment
We foster a diverse and inclusive culture for:
- Those who work with us
- Those who use our services
We believe that diverse skills and experiences enhance our workforce.成功. This ensures every team member can realise their full potential and make meaningful contributions.
We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities.
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Why Leadership Matters Here
This role isn't just about leadership—it’s about growth. You'll work alongside:
- Our Clinical Education and Training team
- Education coordinators
- Robust induction programmes
- Preceptorship frameworks
We’re dedicated to building on your leadership strengths, ensuring you develop alongside us while aligning with the Strategic Plan.
Recruitment Process
Our Values and Competency-Based Recruitment process is designed to examine alignment with our Strategic Plan.
In NHS Lothian, nursing and midwifery interviews for this role are in sync with our Nursing & Midwifery Strategic Plan.
Every aspect of our recruitment aims to be equitable, so we've shared sample interview questions in advance. You can view them on our Career Site.
Key Considerations
Visa and Immigration Requirements (UK Working Permission)
All individuals seeking to work in the UK must demonstrate relevant permission to work—provided by the UK Visa and Immigration Service.
Additional details about this requirement are available here.
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Protection Against Discrimination
We ensure a respectful, inclusive experience throughout recruitment. Disabled candidates, those with long-term conditions, or neurodivergent candidates will receive reasonable adjustments to our policies.
PVG Scheme Membership
This post requires a valid PVG Scheme membership/record (Guardianship Scheme previously known as PVG). To start work, any new hire must apply to Disclosure Scotland and complete this requirement before their start date.
Early Application Note
Given anticipated competition, we may close early if sufficient applications are received. We strongly recommend you apply at the earliest possible opportunity.
Further Clarifications
For more details about:
- Role responsibilities
- Required skills/experiences
Check our job description and person specification.
If you have further questions, contact: Eileen Clark Phone: 0131 312 0048
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