Training Specialist (Scotland)

Adecco; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading diagnostics provider is seeking a passionate Training Specialist to improve patient care through exceptional training. This field-based role involves delivering training across Scotland on innovative testing solutions. Ideal candidates will have a strong scientific background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work autonomously. Competitive pay is offered, up to £300 per day, with potential for extension beyond 6 months. Join this impactful role making a difference in frontline healthcare.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Investment in training and development

Autonomy and meaningful work

Qualifications

• Strong scientific understanding (practical and theoretical) within a clinical or medical environment.
• Excellent communication, time management and decision-making skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Living in Scotland with easy access to key Trusts.
• Full UK / EU driving licence.
• Passport for occasional international training.
• Fluent verbal and written English.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high-quality training to customers across Scotland.
• Support customers with training-related enquiries.
• Assist with hardware and software implementation during product launches.
• Become a trusted partner for clinical and technical staff.

Skills

Strong scientific understanding within a clinical or medical environment

Excellent communication skills

Time management and decision-making skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Fluent verbal and written English

Education

Degree-level education (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Training Specialist - (Field Based - Scotland)

Contract : 6 months (with potential extension to 12 months)

Day Rate : Up to £240 per day (PAYE) / up to £300 per day (Umbrella)

Are you passionate about improving patient care, delivering exceptional training, and supporting cutting‑edge medical technology? We're seeking a Training Specialist to join a leading diagnostics provider as part of their Near Patient Care team. This is a field‑based role across Scotland, supporting Trusts with the implementation of innovative blood glucose and ketone testing solutions.

If you're a confident trainer, enjoy working across multiple sites, and want to make a genuine impact in frontline healthcare, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to build your expertise while supporting life‑changing medical technology.

What You'll Be Doing

• Deliver engaging, high‑quality training to customers across Scotland on near patient care and handheld diagnostic devices.
• Record and document all training activities in line with company quality standards and compliance requirements.
• Support customers with training‑related enquiries, including installation, product usage and basic troubleshooting.
• Assist with hardware and software implementation during product launches and upgrades.
• Become a trusted partner for clinical and technical staff through on‑site training, support and guidance. This field‑based role includes regular travel, with some overnight stays and occasional out‑of‑hours work as required. Initial training and occasional meetings will take place at the company's UK head office in West Sussex.

Who We're Looking For

Based in Scotland—ideally near Lanarkshire or Glasgow—you'll be motivated, proactive and confident working across clinical environments. You should enjoy autonomy, be highly organised, and feel comfortable instructing and guiding healthcare professionals.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong scientific understanding (practical and theoretical) within a clinical or medical environment
• Excellent communication, time management and decision‑making skills
• Able to work independently and collaboratively
• Living in Scotland with easy access to key Trusts
• Full UK / EU driving licence
• Passport for occasional international training
• Fluent verbal and written English

Desirable Skills

• Degree‑level education (or equivalent)
• Nursing or clinical background
• Experience working within Primary or Secondary Care
• Involvement in delivering tailored training programmes
• Knowledge of medical analytical systems, QA processes or CRM tools
• On‑site customer support and troubleshooting experience
• Familiarity with the diagnostics or medical device industry

Why Apply?

• Make a direct impact on patient care across Scotland
• Work with market‑leading diagnostic technology
• Join a respected organisation that invests heavily in training and development
• A varied, engaging role with travel, autonomy and clinically meaningful work
• Competitive day rate : up to £240 / day (PAYE) or up to £300 / day (Umbrella)

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