Job details
- Job reference: 257406
- Salary: Band 4 (£31,537 - £34,303)
- Job closing date: 06/09/2026
- Job Type: Administrative Services
- Location: Acharacle
- Employment type: Permanent
- Hours Per Week: 10
- Job posted date: 20/08/2026
- Employer (NHS Board): NHS Highland
- Department: Primary Care (West)
West Highland Medical Group is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated IT/ Practice Team Lead to join the team based in Acharacle and Lochaline.
The postholder will provide IT support and also support to the wider Team. Experience of working with computers, including typing and the use of Microsoft Office products is essential and GP Clinical systems desirable.
Training on General Practice systems would be available to enhance current skill set as required. There is a need for accuracy in data entry. The successful applicant will have excellent organisation and communication skills, with an attention to detail and be able to work and adapt under pressure. Flexibility is essential as you will be required to provide cover for other staff holidays/leave.
The postholder will be based in Acharacle but there is an expectation to work from the Lochaline site on regular basis.
A full clean driving licence is essential.
This is a permanent part-time post of 10 hours per week working as per service requirements
This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
For informal enquiries please contact Janet May, e-mail Janet.May@nhs.scot or Teresa Bolton e-mail Teresa.Bolton2@nhs.scot
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This advert is for IT and Practice Team Lead with NHS Highland in Acharacle, GB. It is listed as a Band 4 Manager and corporate role. The advertised salary is £31,537 - £34,303. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 06 Sep 2026.
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