Lay Representatives

Nhsscotland; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Scotland is seeking Lay Representatives to contribute to the education of doctors. Responsibilities include attending quality management visits, participating in committee meetings, and taking part in recruitment events. Good team working, flexibility, and communication skills are essential. The role is remunerated at £24.50 per hour plus travel expenses, with an initial tenure of three years, subject to review. Interviews will be conducted online in January 2026.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the NHS is not essential but preferred.
• Good team working skills are critical.
• Flexibility and communication skills are key.

Responsibilities

• Attend quality management visits to hospitals and GP practices.
• Participate in committee meetings.
• Take part in recruitment events for trainee doctors.
• Review medical trainee panels annually.

Skills

Team working skills

Flexibility

Communication skills

Job description

Lay Representatives

Postgraduate Medical Education and Training

NHS Education for Scotland (NES) is a Special Health Board that provides education and training for NHS staff. The NES Medical Directorate Scotland Deanery is now looking for members of the public who would like to become involved in the education of doctors. The main role of a Lay Representative is to help ensure that due process is followed.

Responsibilities

• Attend quality management visits to hospitals and GP practices
• Participate in committee meetings
• Take part in recruitment events for trainee doctors
• Review medical trainee panels annually

The work will be ongoing throughout the year. The majority of sessions will be organised locally by the Scotland Deanery but participation in activities in other parts of Scotland may be necessary. Training will be provided.

Qualifications & Skills

Knowledge of the NHS is not essential; however good team working skills, flexibility and communication skills are key aspects of these posts.

Compensation

Attendance will be remunerated at £24.50 per hour in addition to travel expenses. Initial tenure is for three years, subject to annual review.

Interview Dates

Interviews will be held online on the 26th and 27th January 2026.

EEO Statement

We actively encourage applicants from a range of backgrounds, regardless of gender, age, disability, race, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

Work Eligibility

To work in the United Kingdom, an individual must have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is granted by the UK Visa and Immigration Service. As part of the pre‑employment checks, NHS Scotland Boards will check entitlement to work in the UK. The entitlement can be evidenced through specific types of visa, EU settled status or pre‑settled status. If you do not have the necessary eligibility, it may be possible – though not guaranteed – to secure sponsorship via a UK Skilled Worker/Health & Care Worker Visa, provided the employer is a licensed sponsor and the post meets the current minimum salary threshold or ‘going rate’. It is essential that you confirm you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored before submitting your application.

Contact

For any queries regarding the NHS Scotland National Recruitment Portal or the recruitment process, please contact the East Region Recruitment Service at [e-mail]