The Scottish Government

Appointment of Members to the Board of NHS 24

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Job Description

NHS 24 is Scotland’s national provider of digital and tele-healthcare services. Through our national 111 telephone service, we provide access to clinical assessment and triage, health advice and information to the population of Scotland 24/7. NHS 24 is also Scotland’s provider of a national health information service via the NHSinform.scot platform.If you are looking for a rewarding and worthwhile opportunity, we would like to hear from you.As a non-executive member of the Board, you will be expected to play a central role in ensuring the efficient, effective and accountable governance of the organisation including participation in its governance committees. You will be offered the training you need to make a strong contribution.Role CriteriaPriority Criterion – For One RoleClinical or medical experience in medicine, nursing, dentistry or the allied health professions Essential Criteria – For Both RolesAbility to challenge and influence effectively in a complex environment at a senior leadership levelAnalysis and decision making skillsWritten and oral communication skillsAppreciation of NHS Scotland’s shared valuesBefore you start your application please download the Application Information Pack.Public appointments are made by Scottish Ministers. The appointments process is regulated by the Ethical Standards Commissioner. You can find out more about the Commissioner here: Public appointments | Ethical Standards CommissionerWe value very highly the benefits of having different experiences and points of view on our Boards and we are keen that people from all walks of life apply for public appointments.Remuneration and Time Commitment£16,224 (non-pensionable) per annum for a time commitment of one day per week (52 days per year). This commitment will vary week to week but you must be able to make a firm commitment to spend 52 days of the year on Board business. Reasonable expenses incurred will be reimbursed.Further InformationIf you would like to discuss this opportunity in more detail, you are welcome to contact the Board Secretary, Geraldine Mathew, by phone on 0141 674 7611 or by emailing: Geraldine.mathew@nhs24.scot.nhs.uk.Find out more about public appointments here: Public appointments - gov.scot (www.gov.scot)If you experience any difficulties, please contact the Public Appointments Team by email at Public.appointments@gov.scot.Completed applications must be received on or before 12.00 noon on Monday 22 December 2025.

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