Resource Planners

Overview

As from 01/04/26, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro-rata. However, there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected.

Posts
: 1 x full time permanent post based Dundee; 1 x full time fixed term (Maternity cover) post based Dundee (until Jan 2027); 1 x full time permanent post based Edinburgh City.

We are currently seeking enthusiastic and adaptable individuals to work within the East Region Resource Planning Team as detailed above.

• Responsible for the effective planning and maintenance of staff rosters.
• Provide a high level of administrative support to ensure the most effective utilisation of resources.

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A logical and methodical approach to problem solving and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Computer literacy with familiarity in Microsoft applications, including Excel, to operate department systems.
• Previous experience in a Resource Planning or Scheduling department is advantageous.
• A flexible approach to work; post holders will provide a resource planning function across a wide and varied geographical area and undertake unsocial hours, including weekends.
• Aware of Data Protection Act requirements and maintain a high degree of professional integrity when dealing with sensitive information.

• Informal enquiries may be made to Denise Conlan, Business Support Manager.
• To work in the United Kingdom, you must have the relevant permission to work in the country; this is granted by the UK Visa and Immigration Service.
• As part of pre-employment checks, NHS Scotland Boards will check entitlement to work in the UK. Routes include visa types and EU settled/pre-settled status. For more information, refer to
• Note:
  
  SAS is not licensed to issue certificates of sponsorship under current UKVI regulations. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.
• NHS Scotland is committed to equality and diversity and to eliminating unlawful discrimination. Applications from all sections of society are welcomed.