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Armed Forces Talent Programme
Armed Forces Community
Here at NHSScotland, we value the knowledge, skills, and experience that the armed forces community can bring to our workforce across Scotland, including veterans, service leavers, reservists, families, cadets and adult volunteers. Those already working in the NHS help us to deliver the highest quality of service to our patient population.
How the Armed Forces Talent Programme can help you
As Scotland's largest employer, we offer a wide range of clinical and non-clinical roles in community and hospital settings, as well as within management and corporate functions.
Opportunities at NHSScotland are welcome and open to all members of the armed forces community, whether you're thinking of leaving the armed forces, or a veteran, a family member, a reservist, a cadet, or an adult volunteer.
Don't miss out! Register with the Armed Forces Talent Programme today. We'll help you find career opportunities in the NHS that match the unique skills and expertise you offer.
Our committment to the wider armed forces community
NHSScotland is committed to helping the wider armed forces community to do the following:
- understand the employment opportunities available
- discover pathways to an NHS career
Supporting the spouses, partners, and dependants of serving and former military personnel is an important aspect of our work.
Flexible working
We understand the unique challenges that armed forces families face. Balancing personal commitments and professional growth is crucial, so we offer flexible working options.
From remote or hybrid working to flexible hours, we're committed to finding roles and work patterns that suit your lifestyle.
Veterans - Your chance to #ServeAgain
Maybe your post-service career hasn’t been everything you hoped for. Do you miss working in a team that makes a valuable contribution to society? Working at NHSScotland could be your chance to #ServeAgain.
The Armed Forces Talent Programme team run regular online Webinar sessions to keep you informed about how to apply, and what to bear in mind when making an application to NHSScotland. Register your interest in the programme to keep updated on what we're doing for you next!
Service leavers - there's a role in NHSScotland for you
We recognise the knowledge, skills, and experience you’re leaving the armed forces with. Regardless of your rank or length of service, there is likely to be a role in the NHS for you. We want to help you discover the pathways to a range of job opportunities in NHSScotland.
Do you want to make a meaningful contribution to your community? Are you looking for an opportunity where you can use your existing knowledge and skills while also developing new ones? This is your opportunity to #ServeAgain. Starting a new career within one of our NHSScotland boards could be the right choice for you.
Meet the team
The team bring their knowledge and experience to support the armed forces community and NHS employers. Discover how the Armed Forces Talent Programme team can help you.
Families
We believe in inclusivity and diversity. We recognise the invaluable contributions of families in the armed forces community.
Whether you’re a skilled administrator, love working with technology, or you’re interested in a clinical role, we have opportunities to match your skills and career goals.
Cadets and adult volunteers
Do you give up your time to support the cadet forces either as a cadet or as an adult volunteer? Are you at the start of your career journey or looking for a career change? Chances are you already have the personal attributes, values, and skills the NHS is looking for!
How we can help you
We’ll provide advice and guidance on job opportunities and the NHS recruitment process. We'll also help you to search for vacancies and use our resources to help you submit an application.
Get started!
Register for the Armed Forces Talent Programme to stay informed about our events, initiatives, and NHSScotland vacancies.
We're recruiting
Visit our recruitment website to view all our vacancies across Scotland. You can submit your job application online in a few easy steps.
Useful Resources
Alongside other AFTP initiatives, our team aim to identify and share key resources that may support the Armed Forces Community in all areas of their lives
Useful resources
Recruitment support for the armed forces community
The NHS is recruiting now and we're looking for people like you! Learn about resources and support available to the armed forces community.
Recruitment support