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.

West Highland Medical Group is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated IT/ Practice Team Lead to join the team based in Acharacle and Lochaline.

The postholder will provide IT support and also support to the wider Team. Experience of working with computers, including typing and the use of Microsoft Office products is essential and GP Clinical systems desirable.

Training on General Practice systems would be available to enhance current skill set as required. There is a need for accuracy in data entry. The successful applicant will have excellent organisation and communication skills, with an attention to detail and be able to work and adapt under pressure. Flexibility is essential as you will be required to provide cover for other staff holidays/leave.

The postholder will be based in Acharacle but there is an expectation to work from the Lochaline site on regular basis.

A full clean driving licence is essential.

This is a permanent part-time post of 10 hours per week working as per service requirements

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a or a NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).

For informal enquiries please contact Janet May, e-mail [email protected] or Teresa Bolton e-mail [email protected]

Additional Information For Candidates

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.Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers. / Tha fàilte air tagraidhean bho luchdlabhairt na Gàidhlig.You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for short listing purposesPosts close at midnight on the indicated dateFor help to complete an application on Job Train please follow this link: To view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: Please note that our correspondence method is by e-mail, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accuratelyPlease check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders) and also your Jobtrain account for updatesPlease contact Jobtrain Candidate Support Hub - for advice and support with any system issuesWe recommend using the Internet Browser "Google Chrome" or "Microsoft Edge" when using JobtrainOnce you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendmentsSome of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a member of staff, please ensure you update your Jobtrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Highland

NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.

We employ over 10,700 people, making us one of the biggest employers in the area. As an organisation, we make a very significant contribution to the local economy.

Our staff are also important members of our communities. Our greatest asset is our workforce, and the way we go about our work comes from the values and behaviours we demonstrate on a daily basis. As a board we strive to ensure the setting is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through .

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