Lay Representatives

NHS Scotland; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A health education organization in the UK is seeking Lay Representatives to ensure quality in medical education. The role involves attending quality management visits and participating in recruitment events. Applicants do not need NHS knowledge, but communication and teamwork skills are critical. Remuneration is £24.50 per hour plus travel expenses, with initial tenure lasting three years, subject to review.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Attend hospital and GP practice quality management visits.
• Participate in recruitment events for trainee doctors.
• Engage in committee meetings and annual reviews.

Skills

Team working skills

Flexibility

Communication skills

Job description

NHS Education for Scotland (NES)

Medical Directorate

Scotland Deanery

Lay Representatives

Postgraduate Medical Education and Training

NHS Education for Scotland (NES) is a Special Health Board providing education and training for NHS staff. One of the main activities of NES is medical education. The NES Medical Directorate Scotland Deanery is now looking for members of the public who would be interested in becoming involved in the education of doctors.

The main role of a Lay Representative is to help ensure that due process is followed. This work will include attendance at quality management visits to hospitals and GP practices, committee meetings, participation in recruitment events for trainee doctors and the annual review of medical trainee panels. 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.

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

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

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

We actively encourage applicants from a range of backgrounds, regardless of gender, age, disability, race, sexual orientation, religion or belief. For more about us, visit https://www.careers.nhs.scot/about/who-we-are/.

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