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NHS Western Isles is currently recruiting to a number of positions in its Catering, Laundry and Domestic teams.

The posts are on the staff bank, which includes benefits such as options for flexible working and weekly pay.

All posts (15 available) are at Agenda for Change Pay Band 2 (£19,609 – £21,615), plus an annual distant islands allowance payment of £1,117.

The vacancies are suitable for individuals with good communication skills, a self-motivated approach to work and an ability to work on their own initiative.

They may also appeal to students currently studying, coming home for the holiday season or those who may be leaving school and looking for a career with security, flexibility, and excellent leave and pension benefits.

NHS Western Isles Nurse and AHP Director/Chief Operating Officer, Fiona Mackenzie, said: “These posts are key to our teams and contribute to our aim to provide high quality patient care.

“We are encouraging anyone with an interest to consider applying for one of the current posts. These present opportunities to join one of our supportive teams, with excellent NHS terms and conditions, flexible hours, and learning and development opportunities. Not only that, you will be part of the wider NHS Western Isles team, which brings with it a sense of satisfaction knowing you are contributing to the health and wellbeing of your local population.”

All NHS Western Isles vacancies appear on the NHS Scotland website along with a job description.

You can apply online at NHS Scotland | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career

Job References are as follows:

Bank Domestic Assistant 106449

Bank Laundry Assistant 106489

Bank Catering Assistant 106494

For an informal chat on the Domestic and Laundry posts please contact marina.maclean@nhs.scot or for the Catering post please contact george.maciver@nhs.scot Any further queries please contact 01851 762027.

The closing date for these posts is June 23.

NHS Western Isles will also shortly be recruiting to permanent posts – keep an eye on www.apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk for further details.