A tiny but beautiful island is looking for people to relocate for josb with salaries of up to £57,000.
NHS Scotland is currently recruiting for several positions on the picturesque Isle of Benbecula in the Outer Hebrides, home to a small population of around 1,300 people, charming lochs, beautiful sandy beaches, and a handful of shops and cafes in its main settlement, Balivanich.
A range of roles with NHS Scotland are being advertised via the job site HiJOBS, with the majority based at the island’s Uist and Barra Community Hospital, catering to various skill and experience levels.
The top-paying position available on the Isle of Benbecula is an Advanced Nurse/Paramedic Practitioner, offering a salary of up to £56,747 per annum plus an annual Distant Island Allowance of £1,349. This role is a fixed-term post requiring 25 hours of work each week.
The appointed Advanced Nurse/Paramedic Practitioner will be a key member of the island’s first-response team, delivering urgent healthcare services. They will also participate in care home visits, as well as NHS 24, custody care, and Hospital at Home care.
Additionally, NHS Scotland is seeking a Bank Cook/Chef. This role offers flexible working hours and a salary ranging from £26,869 to £28,998 per year, plus the £1,349 Distant Islands Allowance, reports the Daily Record.
The sought-after role demands the preparation and serving of “high quality meals” for both patients and staff, alongside supervising all kitchen operations, managing deliveries, and tackling the washing up chores.
Even though having a background in hospitality or commercial experience could be a “advantageous” asset, these are by no means essential criteria for eager applicants. What is non-negotiable, however, is the possession of a food hygiene certificate alongside a professional cookery accreditation.
In another NHS Scotland career opportunity, they’re currently on the lookout for a Community Equipment Service Assistant Storekeeper. The part-time gig requires 18.6 hours per week and offers an attractive starting salary that can reach up to £26,763.
The role encompasses duties like transporting, sanitising, fitting, exhibiting, and overseeing the proper usage of equipment meant for patient care at home. Per the vacancy announcement, potential candidates must have a valid UK driving licence and show “competent IT and communication skills”.
Further vacancies up for grabs include a Staff Nurse OUAB and a Stroke Liaison Nurse, with enticing starting salaries capped at £39,375 and £48,635 respectively. The former position entails critical assessment and handling of ill patients under emergency conditions, and the latter role focuses on delivering specialised care to stroke victims.
Benbecula is a tiny island jewel in the Scottish Hebrides, with a plethora of activities for those seeking both adventure and relaxation when off-duty from work. For food enthusiasts, Balivanich’s The Stepping Stone restaurant serves up sumptuous meals; adventurers can trek to Rueval, the island’s panoramic zenith; while equine lovers can trot along at the Uist Community Riding School.
You’ll be astonished at the abundance of experiences on offer.
In their endeavour for an inclusive workforce, the HiJOBS website quotes NHS Scotland by asserting: “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.”
They continue by affirming that “To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.”
Those interested in the opportunities awaiting them with NHS Scotland on the Isle of Benbecula are advised to scour the offerings listed on HiJOBS.