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Salary: Pension, Overtime hours may be available Prestonfield Neighbourhood Project is a well established, compassionate Social Care Provider dedicated to delivering exceptional services and care for the elderly. Our goal is to enhance the wellbeing of each participant through personalized care, meaningful activities, and strong social connections. We are looking for a motivated and experienced Senior Care Worker to join our dedicated team and make a positive impact on the lives of those who use our services. To provide high-quality care and support to older adults attending the day centre. The role involves promoting independence, wellbeing, dignity and social inclusion while supporting service users with travelling to and from the Centre, personal care where required, lunches and participation in meaningful social and recreational activities. Person centred support- provide care and support in accordance with individual support plans. Promote independence, dignity and respect for all service users. Assist individuals to make choices and participate in decisions about their care. Dayroom and environmental set up - prepare and set up the dayroom and activity areas before service users arrive, arrange tables, chairs, equipment and materials required for daily activities. Ensure the dayroom is clean, safe, welcoming and suitable for service users. Assist with preparing and serving refreshments, snacks and meals. Assist with tidying, washing any dishes and resetting the dayroom at the end of the day. Daily activities Plan and facilitate a range of activities that promote physical and mental wellbeing. Support service users to engage with activities such as crafts, games, exercises and community outings. Personal care and support - assist with personal care where required(e.g. toilet, mobility support, eating and drinking)Ensure comfort, safety and wellbeing of service users and ensure care is always delivered in a dignified and respectful manner. Transport and escort duties - Assist with welcoming service users on arrival and supporting them when entering and leaving the building as required. Passenger assistant duties on community transport. Health and safety - Follow health and safety procedures to maintain a safe environment. Report accidents, incidents or concerns to senior staff. Follow infection control and hygiene standards. Communication and record keeping - Communicate effectively with service users, families and colleagues. Maintain accurate records of care and daily activities. Assist with care planning- complete reviews with service users and communicate any updates to senior staff. Safeguarding - Protect vulnerable adults by following safeguarding policies and procedures. Report any concerns about abuse immediately. Teamwork - work as part of a team to deliver high quality of care. Attend team meetings, supervision and training as required. Follow organisational policies, procedures and professional standards. #J-18808-Ljbffr

• PortmanDentex Location: Edinburgh - Edinburgh Dental Specialists, • Vacancy Type: Hygienist/Therapist, • Department: Practices - South Edinburgh Dental Specialists is looking for a motivated and patient-focused Dental Hygienist to join our highly respected specialist practice in the heart of Edinburgh. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established private practice with a loyal patient base, working alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team committed to delivering exceptional patient care. Edinburgh Dental Specialists is a leading specialist dental practice with a reputation for clinical excellence and outstanding patient outcomes. Located in Edinburgh city centre, our modern practice offers a collaborative and supportive environment where clinicians can thrive and develop their skills. • Saturdays - 9:00am – 1:00pm to start with a view to increase days, • Established patient list from day one, • Fully private practice, • Modern clinical environment with advanced dental technology, • Full support from an experienced nursing and administrative team You must be a GDC-registered Dental Hygienist with a passion for delivering high-quality preventative and periodontal care. • Deliver a full range of dental hygiene treatments, including scaling, polishing, and non-surgical periodontal therapy, • Assess patients’ oral health and identify signs of periodontal disease, • Provide preventative treatments and oral health advice, • Educate and motivate patients to maintain excellent oral hygiene, • Maintain accurate clinical records and treatment notes, • Adhere to all infection prevention and control protocols, • Work collaboratively with specialists, dentists, and the wider practice team, • Deliver an exceptional patient experience through clear communication and compassionate care, • Participate in continuing professional development and maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge, • Diploma or Degree in Dental Hygiene, • Valid DBS/PVG clearance, • Previous experience working as a Dental Hygienist, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Strong organisational and clinical abilities, • Commitment to delivering outstanding patient care, • Confident using digital clinical systems and technology, • Experience managing periodontal patients, • Experience working within a specialist or referral environment, • Interest in patient education and preventative dentistry, • Familiarity with digital dentistry and modern clinical technologies, • Specialist-led environment, • Modern facilities and advanced technology, • Supportive and experienced clinical team, • Convenient city-centre location with excellent public transport links, • Opportunity to work within a respected specialist referral practice As part of PortmanDentex, you’ll join a network of over 360 private practices, giving you access to experienced colleagues and excellent clinical support. Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK and UK experience as a hygienist. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, disability, age, or nationality. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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. AI tools like ChatGPT or Copilot can be great for planning and preparing your application—but your answers must be your own. • Show us the real you: Your application should reflect your skills, experience, and motivations authentically., • Use AI wisely: It’s fine to use AI for ideas or to check spelling and grammar, but don’t let it write your answers., • Why this matters: Applications that rely on AI-generated content may be withdrawn. By applying, you confirm your responses are based on your own knowledge and achievements. Tip: Think of AI as a helper, not a substitute. We want to understand you—not an AI tool. An opportunity has arisen for two full-time, permanent, Infection Prevention and Control Nurses, delivering a planned programme for infection prevention and control. The base for this post will be discussed at interview however cover across all NHS Lothians sites will be required. The role of the IPCN is to provide specialist knowledge and education in all aspects of Infection Prevention and Control to multidisciplinary teams and services. You must be a Registered Nurse, with current NMC Registration, and willing to undertake additional specialist training e.g., Infection Prevention and Control Specialist Practitioner Qualification. A broad range of clinical experience is desirable, with significant clinical practice. The successful candidate will be supported to gain a specialist qualification as an essential part of the role. The post holder may be required to travel between NHS Lothian sites as part of the team. One of the main qualities for this post is the ability to work as part of a team in a busy health care setting. Excellent interpersonal skills are essential. Applicants should also be able to demonstrate continuing professional development. Informal enquiries can be made by contacting Lindsay Guthrie, Associate Director for Infection Prevention & Control on or SarahJane Sutherland, Geographical Lead Nurse on who would welcome the opportunity to answer any of your questions. To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found in the further information for this vacancy. We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices. This post requires the post holder to have a PVG Scheme membership/record. If the post holder is not a current PVG member for the required regulatory group (i.e. child and/or adult) then an application will need to be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before they can begin in post. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Recovery Practitioner | Edinburgh We are currently recruiting for an experienced Recovery Practitioner (Nurse/ODP) to join a well-established private hospital in Edinburgh. Provide high-quality post-anaesthetic care in the recovery area, ensuring patient safety and comfort. Manage airways, pain control, and post-operative monitoring in line with local policies. Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation. Adhere to infection prevention, health and safety, and clinical governance standards. Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary theatre teams and respond appropriately to emergency situations and airway complications. • Registered Practitioner (ODP or RN with relevant recovery experience), • Valid HCPC or NMC registration, • Minimum of 18months recent UK experience in Recovery, • Up-to-date mandatory training and compliance, • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, • Competitive rate through PAYE, • Opportunity to work within well-established theatre teams, • Day shift patterns between Monday to Saturday Please note: No accommodation or travel costs are provided for these roles. Applicants must be able to commute independently to sites within the East of Scotland. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Marie Curie is the UK's leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness, they're likely to die from. The care and support we provide is highly valued by the people we care for and their loved ones, but at present we are only reaching around 10% of dying people at the end of life. Right now, one in four people in the UK with a terminal illness, do not get the care or support they deserve at the end of their lives. We want a different society than the one we live in now. Our mission for the next five years is to close the gap in the number of people missing out on what they need at the end-of-life, through 3 ways: • Growing and transforming our direct care and support, • Delivering more practical information and support, • Leading in shaping the end-of-life experience Our Edinburgh IPU is a leading provider of specialist care, dedicated to delivering exceptional support to individuals with complex health needs. As part of a wider integrated healthcare service, our unit offers a safe, nurturing, and respectful environment that focuses on holistic wellbeing, dignity, and the enhancement of life for our patients and their families. Our team is composed of skilled professionals including doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, and support staff who work collaboratively to deliver evidence-based care. We are committed to ongoing professional development, innovation, and excellence in practice. We are currently recruiting a Band 5 Registered Nurses to join our compassionate and skilled team at the Edinburgh Marie Curie Hospice In-Patient Unit. This is a unique opportunity to make a profound impact in palliative care, supporting patients and their families during some of life's most important moments. As part of our nursing team, you'll begin your day with a structured handover from the night shift before being allocated a maximum of four patients, allowing you to deliver truly personalised care. Your role will include morning rounds, liaising with doctors, preparing syringe drivers, administering pain management, and attending multidisciplinary team meetings. You'll also manage admissions and discharges and provide sensitive, empathetic support to families during times of change. You’ll be central to the planning, implementation, and evaluation of individualised care plans, working collaboratively with patients, families, and the wider clinical team to uphold the highest standards of care. If you're passionate about delivering holistic, dignified care in a supportive and professional environment, we'd love to welcome you to our team. • Providing high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients admitted to the IPU., • Monitoring, assessing, and documenting patient conditions and progress., • Administering medication and treatments safely and accurately, in accordance with NMC guidelines and local policies., • Working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centred care plans., • Promoting dignity, respect, and compassion in all interactions with patients, families, and colleagues., • Supporting patient and family education, advocacy, and involvement in care decisions., • Contributing to quality improvement initiatives and maintaining high standards of infection prevention and control., • Demonstrated understanding and experience in palliative and end of life care., • A Registered Nurse with current level 1 NMC registration, • A holistic and person-centred approach to nursing practice, • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage sensitively and effectively with patients, families, and colleagues, • A genuine passion for delivering high-quality care to those at the end of life. Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale Band 5 (aligned with AFC) £34,544- £43,039 pro rata TOP LEVEL per annum + enhancements 30 hours per week Marie Curie Hospice, Frogston Road West, Edinburgh, EH10 7DR, • Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 10 public holidays (pro rata), • Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave, • Continuous Professional development, • Industry leading training programmes, • Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work, • Defined contribution schemes for Pension, • Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme, • Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems, • Introduce a friend scheme, • Help with eyecare cost, • Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card, • Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme, • Life assurance - for all employees, • Close date for applications: Midnight 22nd September 2026, • Interview Dates: To Be Confirmed At Marie Curie, our values are central to everything we do. They guide how we care for people, how we work together, and how we make decisions every day. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone - staff and volunteers alike - supportive, inclusive and rewarding. We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share. We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings. We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences. We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact us at . Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team, and in return, we ask that your application authentically reflects you - your experience, perspective and voice. #J-18808-Ljbffr

We are seeking a part-time phlebotomist to join our established and friendly phlebotomy team. This post is for 13- 15 hours per week over three days, ideally Wednesday to Friday with clinics running in the morning to early afternoon. Flexibility to work additional hours to cover holiday periods and undertake domiciliary bloods is also desirable. The successful candidate will be responsible for obtaining blood samples from the age of 16 years and older in a professional and caring manner, demonstrating a high standard of infection control and good working practices. The applicant must have a caring attitude and the ability to put patients at ease. You must also have excellent organisational and time management skills, be IT literate and be able to carry out assigned tasks effectively in a busy environment. With good communication skills you must have the ability to work well as part of a team but also work independently managing your own clinic in a timely manner. Willingness to adapt to change at short notice is essential. Previous phlebotomy experience is desirable but training would be considered for the right candidate. We are also advertising for an administrative role and would consider candidates that are interested in undertaking both roles. We currently have two phlebotomists who undertake both phlebotomy and reception / administrative duties For further information and informal enquires please contact to Jacqui Crosbie, Business Manager • Urban Practice Reference: Salary: Salary negotiable dependent on experience Contract Type: Permanent Posted On: 28/09/2026 Closing Date: 11/10/2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr

Providing clinical expertise and working jointly within a multi-disciplinary team the post holder will play a key role in delivering an infection prevention & control service aimed at supporting patient safety through the reduction in healthcare associated infection. The post holder will provide lin

Theatre Practitioner | Anaesthetics and Recovery | Spire Murrayfield Hospital | Permanent | Excellent salary and benefits package Spire Murrayfield Hospital is recruiting an experienced Theatre Practitioner (Anaesthetics and Recovery) to join their warm and friendly team, on a permanent basis. At Spire caring for our patients is at the heart of what we do. We provide expert medical care in our modern, well-equipped hospital for all of our patients. • Scrub for major and minor cases including, but not limited to Orthopaedics, • You will support in assessing patient's health and well-being across a complex and changing caseload, assisting in the delivery of care to meet the patient's needs, • You will actively promote best practice and contribute towards quality improvements, collect collate and organise data, interpret all of the information and make a justifiable assessment, making this available to relevant others, • You will also develop a working environment and culture that actively improves health, safety and security and infection control, lead others in the development of knowledge, ideas and work practices, • You will be a HCPC registered ODP or an NMC registered Nurse with Scrub experience, • Excellent communication and organisational skills are key to continue our high standards of patient care, • Experience of working in teams and with minimum supervision We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: • 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays, • Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options, • 'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers, • Free Bupa wellness screening, • Private medical insurance, • Life assurance We commit to our employees well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward. Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group that has been putting patients at the heart of everything we do for over 40 years. We have 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people. Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr

NHS Lothian invites applications for Geographical Lead - Infection Prevention & Control Nurse, based at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.

NHS Scotland is seeking two full-time, permanent Infection Prevention and Control Nurses to deliver a planned programme for infection prevention and control. The base for this post will be discussed at interview; cover across NHS Lothian sites will be required. The IPCN provides specialist knowledge and education in all aspects of Infection Prevention and Control to multidisciplinary teams and services. A Registered Nurse with current NMC Registration is required, with willingness to undertake #J-18808-Ljbffr