Job Advert
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a senior Health Care Support Worker to join our team within the Acute Medicine Unit at Raigmore Hospital.
We are looking for a motivated, caring and compassionate person who can work well under pressure. The ideal candidate should be either experienced or looking to gain experience within an acute hospital environment.
The Acute Medicine Unit covers: Acute Medical Assessment, Medical High Dependency Unit and Ambulatory Emergency Care. The AMU (Ward GA) admits acutely unwell patients from the community and Emergency Department. It is a fast paced and busy environment which is a very interesting place to work.
Any candidates should be able to work well within a large and diverse multidisciplinary team and must have strong written and verbal English language skills. Candidates should have enthusiasm to work, learn and develop themselves and colleagues. We also expect all candidates to have excellent core values and a strong sense of team spirit.
This is a band 3 post, however we would encourage candidates who do not have the necessary experience to apply, where we can discuss at interview how we can best achieve the skills required.
Department contact:
Pamela Hodgson 01463 704643
Victoria Jamieson 01463 704643
Katie Mackay 01463 704643
Job Ref: 262008
Closing date: Midnight Wednesday 14th October 2026
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Additional information for candidates
Flexible Working
- Flexible working options may be available, depending on the role and service needs. If this is important to you, please discuss it at interview.
How to apply
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Apply online through Jobtrain
- Please note that this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a high number of applications are received. Early application is therefore advised.
- Please ensure the address on your application form reflects your current place of residence for your present workplace and can be verified through your identification documents.
- Do not upload a CV – CVs are not used for shortlisting
- Applications close at midnight on the stated closing date
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Once submitted, applications cannot be changed
Keeping in Touch
- We will contact you by email
- Please check your email (including junk folders) and your Jobtrain account regularly
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- Help with applying: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/
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What is it like to work for NHS Highland?
- Visit https://www.nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk/careers/ to find out more about living and working in our area
- Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers
Tha fàilte air tagraidhean bho luchd‑labhairt na Gàidhlig
Care and compassion | Dignity and respect | Openness, honesty and responsibility | Quality and teamwork |
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