Job Description
Job description
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. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a fulltime Senior Charge Nurse (SCN), based within Campbeltown Community Hospital in Kintyre.
As the SCN, you will be at the heart of patient care within our A&E and acute ward.
The A&E department sees an average of 15 presentation per day and the ward has 15 beds, medical input to both areas is provided by local GPs.
You will oversee the ward environment, ensuring the highest standards of care, and lead a dedicated team to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.
With your strong leadership, you will coordinate patient care, manage operations, and optimise resources to create an efficient, compassionate, and supportive environment.
This is an opportunity to become part of a team which is responsive to the needs of the population and dedicated to providing the best possible patient care to the Kintyre community.
This role offers an opportunity to contribute to the local community and shape the future of health services in the area.
Kintyre is a beautiful, windswept peninsula in Argyll and Bute on the west coast of Scotland.
With stunning beaches and beautiful countryside, it affords great opportunities for outdoor pursuits, the islands of Islay, Gigha, Arran and Jura are within easy reach. Campbeltown itself is a three hour drive from central Scotland and has a small airport with daily flights to Glasgow.
Informal enquiries and visits would be welcomed.
Informal enquiries: Gillian Neal, Area Manager for Kintyre & Islay
Email
Tel: 0748XXXXXX
What is it like to work for the Health and Social Care Partnership in Argyll and Bute?
Additional Information For Candidates
• You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.
• DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for short listing purposes
• Posts close at midnight on the indicated date
• For help to complete an application on Job Train please follow this link:
• To view our accessibility statement, please follow this link:
• Please note that our correspondence method is by e-mail, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately
• Please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders) and also your Jobtrain account for updates
• Please contact Jobtrain Candidate Support Hub - for advice and support with any system issues
• We recommend using the Internet Browser "Google Chrome" or "Microsoft Edge" when using Jobtrain
• Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments
• Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a member of staff, please ensure you update your Jobtrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Highland
NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.
As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through
NHS Scotland is reducing their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2026 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2026, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.
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. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a fulltime Senior Charge Nurse (SCN), based within Campbeltown Community Hospital in Kintyre.
As the SCN, you will be at the heart of patient care within our A&E and acute ward.
The A&E department sees an average of 15 presentation per day and the ward has 15 beds, medical input to both areas is provided by local GPs.
You will oversee the ward environment, ensuring the highest standards of care, and lead a dedicated team to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.
With your strong leadership, you will coordinate patient care, manage operations, and optimise resources to create an efficient, compassionate, and supportive environment.
This is an opportunity to become part of a team which is responsive to the needs of the population and dedicated to providing the best possible patient care to the Kintyre community.
This role offers an opportunity to contribute to the local community and shape the future of health services in the area.
Kintyre is a beautiful, windswept peninsula in Argyll and Bute on the west coast of Scotland.
With stunning beaches and beautiful countryside, it affords great opportunities for outdoor pursuits, the islands of Islay, Gigha, Arran and Jura are within easy reach. Campbeltown itself is a three hour drive from central Scotland and has a small airport with daily flights to Glasgow.
Informal enquiries and visits would be welcomed.
Informal enquiries: Gillian Neal, Area Manager for Kintyre & Islay
Tel: 0748XXXXXX
What is it like to work for the Health and Social Care Partnership in Argyll and Bute?
Additional Information For Candidates
• You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.
• DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for short listing purposes
• Posts close at midnight on the indicated date
• For help to complete an application on Job Train please follow this link:
• To view our accessibility statement, please follow this link:
• Please note that our correspondence method is by e-mail, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately
• Please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders) and also your Jobtrain account for updates
• Please contact Jobtrain Candidate Support Hub - for advice and support with any system issues
• We recommend using the Internet Browser "Google Chrome" or "Microsoft Edge" when using Jobtrain
• Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments
• Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a member of staff, please ensure you update your Jobtrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Highland
NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.
As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through
NHS Scotland is reducing their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2026 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2026, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Charge Nurse position is now open for candidates interested in the Nurse / Compounder Jobs sector. This role in Campbeltown offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Nurse / Compounder Jobs is a plus.