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.

Location: Inverness
Employer: NHS Highland
Department: Highland Health & Social Care
Employment type: Fixed-term
Hours Per Week: 36
Closing date: 23/11/2026

Post Title
Learning Disabilities Staff Nurse

Salary Scale
£43,231 - £52,679 p.a.

Duties

• To work in partnership with the multidisciplinary team to deliver a high standard of care to Children and Families affected by Disability – both Learning and Physical, in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct, local and national health and safety legislation and Highland Council Policies and Procedures.
• In the absence of the Manager, Depute or Senior Nurse, takes charge of the Orchard ensuring safe, effective running of the Unit.
• To develop own clinical experience and be responsible for the teaching, supervision and, when applicable, assessment of nursing students.

Contact
If you would like to discuss this post further, please contact Jacqui Hirst Tel: 07557 566515 or Email: jaqueline.hirst@highland.gov.uk

How to apply
You can apply, and view a Job and Person spec document online here: https://myjobscotland.gov.uk/councils/highland-council/jobs/learning-disabilities-staff-nurse-fixed-term-12-months-inverness-496078

Please quote reference in the subject line of your email – HGH22144. Closing date for completed applications: Monday 23rd November 2026. (NHS application forms will not be accepted.)