Everyday people with chest, heart and stroke conditions leave hospital scared and alone. You can be part of our mission to make sure that there is no life half lived in Scotland.
By joining Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland (CHSS) as a Community Stroke Nurse you can be the difference between people just surviving and really living.
You will be part of Scotland’s leading charity providing support to people with chest, heart and stroke conditions to live life to the full again. Our community health support services form a nationwide network of local support groups, nurses, volunteers and one-to-one support teams helping families adjust to life with a heart or lung condition or after a stroke.
The role of the Stroke Nurse is to facilitate a smooth transition from hospital back into the community, for people who have had a stroke and their families.
The Stroke Nurse helps them adjust to the changes associated with the stroke, through the provision of information, advice and support.
We are seeking an enthusiastic individual who is organised and motivated, with good communication skills. Candidates must have a first level general nursing qualification and have a minimum of 3 years’ post-registration experience in either a hospital or community setting. Experience working with people affected by stroke is desirable.
CHSS employees enjoy a variety of organisational benefits including Company pension scheme, generous holiday allowance, company sick pay, employee welfare support and life assurance.
For an informal discussion please contact Dawn Manders, CHSS Lead Stroke Nurse, Grampian, on 07918723772 or email: dawn.manders@chss.org.uk
CHSS also supports flexible recruitment through Working Families and we are “Happy to Talk Flexible Working”.
In line with our commitment to safeguarding, this role is subject to a PVGCHSS is committed to equality of opportunity and to providing a service which is free from unfair and unlawful discrimination. We therefore aim to ensure that no applicant, volunteer or member of staff is unfairly treated on the grounds of offending background.
tsiMORAY’s Board Members have played a vital role in guiding our organisation since we began in 2012. Their leadership and insight have helped us grow and evolve.
We now have vacancies for new Board members.
The Board is the legal and financial authority for tsiMORAY. As a member, you will act in a position of trust on behalf of the community, ensuring strong governance and a clear direction for our organisation. You’ll be part of shaping real change in Moray’s communities, tapping into the heart of local life.
About tsiMORAY
We are Moray’s Third Sector Interface. We support local charities, community groups, and social enterprises, helping them connect, grow and thrive. We do this by offering guidance, building capacity and linking them with the people, partners and resources they need. We also manage and distribute funds, support volunteering and help co-ordinate Moray’s Climate Action Network. In addition, we are the accountable body for the Moray Local Action Group, a group leading community-led local development in Moray.
Why join us?
The third sector plays a vital role in Scotland’s economy and communities. In Moray, it’s tackling complex challenges, from social issues to climate action. As a Board member, you’ll help ensure we remain strong and effective in supporting our local sector and making a difference where it matters most.
What we’re looking for
You don’t need to know everything; we value a mix of skills and perspectives. We seek people who can offer ethical judgment, constructive thinking and a strong commitment to teamwork and community. This year, we are particularly interested in candidates with one or more following skills and experience:
tsiMORAY values equity and inclusion and is committed to ensuring our Board reflects the diversity of Moray’s communities. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented groups and invite applicants to share any relevant information in their application if they wish.