Project Support Officer - Innovation Team

NHS Scotland; Scotland; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a motivated individual for a part-time role in supporting national innovation projects. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and experience in project administration. This unique position requires a commitment to improving patient care outcomes across Scotland. Flexible working options may be considered. Applications should be submitted promptly as the vacancy may close early due to high demand.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable track record of success in an administration or project role.
• Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Passionate and motivated with a drive for improvement in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day running of national innovation projects.
• Engage with clinical and operational stakeholders.
• Manage multiple projects to deliver improvements in patient care.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

High organizational skills

Ability to work autonomously

Adaptable to changing priorities

Job description

Overview

Interested in taking on a high profile role that will help drive improved outcomes and make a difference to the delivery of patient care across Scotland? Have a passion for projects that could help us address the big challenges facing NHS Scotland?

This role will offer the post holder unique opportunity to support the day to day running of national innovation projects and programmes as part of the Accelerated National Innovation Adoption (ANIA) Pathway. This role will provide high level project support across a range of activities to support the assessment and delivery of new technologies across NHS Scotland.

Key Responsibilities

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are a key requirement for this role to secure clinical and operational engagement. The successful candidate will be highly organized and exhibit a demonstrable track record of success in an administration or project role. The ability to work autonomously within a fast pace environment, managing deadlines and being responsive to changing priorities is essential.

This is a rare opportunity to engage in a high profile area of work that requires passionate, motivated and value-driven individuals who will confidently support a number of projects that will deliver measurable improvements in care to patients across all of Scotland.

Working arrangements

This is a part-time opportunity of 14.8 hours (0.4 WTE) covering 2–3 days per week. While there can be some flexibility, candidates must be able to work on a Monday and Tuesday each week.

Contact

If you like a challenge and are committed to supporting complex projects in partnership with a wide variety of stakeholders, then we want to hear from you. For informal discussions, please contact [e-mail] (Head of Programmes - Innovation Planning).

Interview date

Anticipated interview date for this post is 18th February 2026.

Immigration

In line with the current UK Immigration Rules, this post does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Certificate of Sponsorship to support a Skilled Worker Visa or a Health & Care Worker Visa. Overseas nationals should review alternative immigration options before applying for this role. Further information: www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration. Visas and immigration - GOV.UK.

Flexible working

NHS Golden Jubilee is open to considering flexible working options for this role.

Application

This vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Disability and inclusion statement

As a disability confident leader we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term health condition covered by the Equality Act 2010 and need support for any stage of the recruitment process please refer to the job pack for more information.

Community encouragement

NHS Golden Jubilee encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

Recruitment service information

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Job Pack.