About the Role

A vacancy has arisen in the Special Care Baby Unit at Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy for a Neonatal Health Care Support Worker (Band 2). We are a Level 2 Neonatal Unit with a comprehensive setup including 4 ITU, 2 High Dependency, and 11 Special Care cots.

Team Environment

Currently, we have 6 qualified Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioners and 1 in training. We are seeking an individual who can seamlessly integrate into our team while also having the ability to work independently.

Key Responsibilities

You will deliver a high standard of care utilizing a holistic approach centered around family. Excellent communication skills are essential.

Working Hours

This position involves 12-hour shifts, with day duty from 07:00 to 19:30 and night duty from 19:00 to 07:30.

Important Notices

This is a non-patient contact role due to the sensitive nature of our patient group. To apply, you must become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme prior to appointment. Please be aware that salary is pro-rata for this part-time position.

Eligibility to Work in the UK

NHS Fife is required to ensure that all employees have the legal entitlement to work in the UK. If you are not a UK or Irish national, you need to confirm your right to work in your application. Please refer to the GOV.UK website for details on work permissions.

Sponsorship and Employment Checks

For some posts, if you lack the necessary eligibility to work in the UK, securing sponsorship via a UK Skilled Worker/Health & Care Worker Visa may be possible, depending on various criteria. It is essential to check your work eligibility before submitting your application.

Diversity and Inclusion

NHS Scotland is committed to promoting equality and diversity, eliminating unlawful discrimination and ensuring that our workforce is representative of all society.