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Resuscitation Training Officer - Resuscitation Services / Theatres & Critical Care B7

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde

Medical Protection — indemnity for locally employed doctors from £79
Location
Glasgow, Scotland
Salary
£52,845 - £61,466
Profession
Administrative and IT
Grade
Band 7
Deadline
31 May 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
14 May 2026

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

You need to have a live NMC UK pin to be considered for this post.

As a Resuscitation Training Officer within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, you will be a recognised clinical expert leading, shaping and delivering resuscitation education across a wide range of clinical settings. This senior role offers the opportunity to influence safe, high‑quality patient care at critical moments, supporting staff during some of the most complex and challenging clinical situations. NHSGGC is one of the largest health boards in the UK, providing an excellent environment for clinical leadership, innovation and professional development. You will work autonomously while collaborating closely with senior clinicians, managers and external partners. This is a highly rewarding role for an experienced practitioner who is passionate about education, excellence and saving lives.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

  • Royal Alexandra Hospital
  • Monday to Friday

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead, manage and develop a comprehensive resuscitation training programme aligned to national and international guidelines
  • Act as the clinical specialist and team leader during adult and paediatric cardiac and peri-arrest events when required
  • Deliver high-quality teaching and simulation-based training, including ALS, APLS, and multidisciplinary courses
  • Support staff development through mentoring, debriefing, and professional guidance following clinical emergencies
  • Oversee resuscitation equipment standards placement and maintenance, and contribute to business cases for upgrades
  • Contribute to policy development, audit, and research to continuously improve resuscitation practice
  • Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and external bodies to promote best practice across the service

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

  • Registered Nurse with current NMC registration and a minimum of five years acute clinical experience
  • Advanced Life Support instructor qualification with evidence of ongoing clinical and educational development
  • Specialist expert knowledge in resuscitation practice for adults and children
  • Proven experience in delivering education, training and simulation in a clinical environment
  • Strong leadership, communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence at a senior level
  • Ability to work autonomously while managing competing priorities and service demands
  • Clear understanding of professional accountability, clinical governance, and organisational policies

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

  • A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
  • Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
  • Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
  • Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
  • Enhanced pay for working public holidays
  • NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
  • Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

nterested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact:Yvonne Dolan, Lead Nurse, 07929728431

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.

AI tools like ChatGPT or Copilot can be great for planning and preparing your application, but your answers must be your own.

  • Show us the real you: Your application should reflect your skills, experience, and motivations authentically.
  • Use AI wisely: It’s fine to use AI for ideas or to check spelling and grammar, but don’t let it write your answers.
  • Why this matters: Applications that rely on AI-generated content may be withdrawn. By applying, you confirm your responses are based on your own knowledge and achievements.

Tip: Think of AI as a helper, not a substitute. We want to understand you, not an AI tool.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

For application portal or log-in issues, please contact the Jobtrain Support Hub in the first instance.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

You need to have a live NMC UK pin to be considered for this post.

As a Resuscitation Training Officer within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, you will be a recognised clinical expert leading, shaping and delivering resuscitation education across a wide range of clinical settings. This senior role offers the opportunity to influence safe, high‑quality patient care at critical moments, supporting staff during some of the most complex and challenging clinical situations. NHSGGC is one of the largest health boards in the UK, providing an excellent environment for clinical leadership, innovation and professional development. You will work autonomously while collaborating closely with senior clinicians, managers and external partners. This is a highly rewarding role for an experienced practitioner who is passionate about education, excellence and saving lives.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

  • Royal Alexandra Hospital
  • Monday to Friday

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead, manage and develop a comprehensive resuscitation training programme aligned to national and international guidelines
  • Act as the clinical specialist and team leader during adult and paediatric cardiac and peri-arrest events when required
  • Deliver high-quality teaching and simulation-based training, including ALS, APLS, and multidisciplinary courses
  • Support staff development through mentoring, debriefing, and professional guidance following clinical emergencies
  • Oversee resuscitation equipment standards placement and maintenance, and contribute to business cases for upgrades
  • Contribute to policy development, audit, and research to continuously improve resuscitation practice
  • Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and external bodies to promote best practice across the service

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

  • Registered Nurse with current NMC registration and a minimum of five years acute clinical experience
  • Advanced Life Support instructor qualification with evidence of ongoing clinical and educational development
  • Specialist expert knowledge in resuscitation practice for adults and children
  • Proven experience in delivering education, training and simulation in a clinical environment
  • Strong leadership, communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence at a senior level
  • Ability to work autonomously while managing competing priorities and service demands
  • Clear understanding of professional accountability, clinical governance, and organisational policies

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

  • A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
  • Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
  • Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
  • Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
  • Enhanced pay for working public holidays
  • NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
  • Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

nterested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact:Yvonne Dolan, Lead Nurse, 07929728431

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.

AI tools like ChatGPT or Copilot can be great for planning and preparing your application, but your answers must be your own.

  • Show us the real you: Your application should reflect your skills, experience, and motivations authentically.
  • Use AI wisely: It’s fine to use AI for ideas or to check spelling and grammar, but don’t let it write your answers.
  • Why this matters: Applications that rely on AI-generated content may be withdrawn. By applying, you confirm your responses are based on your own knowledge and achievements.

Tip: Think of AI as a helper, not a substitute. We want to understand you, not an AI tool.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

For application portal or log-in issues, please contact the Jobtrain Support Hub in the first instance.