Associate Postgraduate Dean for Trainee Development and Wellbeing Service
for section headings, - for lists,
for prose. No markdown, no html/body tags.
Let me parse the text:
The posting starts with background about NSS and NES merging into PSD Scotland on 1 April 2026. That's context, could be "About the Organisation" or "About the Role". But the rule says don't repeat job title as heading. The job title isn't explicitly given, but the role is described in "What You Will Do". That's the main role description.
Hours: 2 Pas 8 hours per week (likely more than one candidate, split of No. of PAs will be discussed at Interview/ appointment of successful candidates). That's schedule/hours.
Duration: Fixed-Term/Secondment – 3 years in the first instance* (subject to annual review). That's contract duration.
Flexible Location: PSD Scotland is a remote-friendly employer with staff based throughout Scotland. We support office-based and hybrid working arrangements. We welcome conversations about alternative working patterns—please get in touch during the application process to discuss. That's location/flexibility.
Who We Are: description of PSD Scotland. Could be "About the Organisation".
What You Will Do: detailed role description. This is the core.
Requirements: "You must be a Consultant or a Principal in General Practice with MRCGP and have experience in postgraduate education and trainee support. Your communication and organisational skills should be excellent." That's qualifications/requirements.
Diversity and Inclusion: paragraph about diversity.
Next Steps: interview date, deadline, application notes, pre-employment checks, right to work, contact for recruitment partners.
Salary: "The salary will be based on the Consultant Scale." That's pay information.
Also note: "This post is subject to annual review. These posts are for Scotland and will be appointed for 3 years in the first instance, subject to annual review." Already covered.
Now, I need to decide which sections to include. The rules: include a section ONLY when the posting has real, specific content for it. Never emit a heading followed by filler/placeholder text. Never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless the posting actually states them.
We have:
- Hours/schedule: specific (2 PAs, 8 hours per week)
- Duration: specific (Fixed-term/secondment, 3 years)
- Location: specific (remote-friendly, hybrid, Scotland)
- Pay: specific (Consultant Scale)
- About the organisation: specific (PSD Scotland description)
- Role description: specific (What You Will Do)
- Requirements: specific (Consultant or Principal in GP with MRCGP, experience in postgraduate education and trainee support, excellent communication and organisational skills)
- Diversity and Inclusion: specific paragraph
- Application process: specific (interview date, deadline, no CVs, secondment discussion, pre-employment checks, right to work, contact email)
But the rules say: "Remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions." However, the Diversity and Inclusion section is not boilerplate; it's a specific statement. The application instructions include interview date, deadline, etc. The rule says remove application instructions? It says "Remove ... application instructions." But the user also says "Preserve ALL substantive information". The interview date and deadline are substantive. The note about CVs not accepted, secondment basis, pre-employment checks, right to work are also substantive. However, the rule says "Remove ... application instructions." That might refer to generic "how to apply" boilerplate. But the specific details like interview date, deadline, and special conditions (secondment, pre-employment checks) are substantive. I think we should include them under a "Next Steps" or "Application Process" section.
But the rule: "do NOT put Job ID / requisition numbers as headings — fold minor metadata into a short
or drop it." There's no Job ID.
Also: "Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones." So I should group related info.
Let me plan sections:
1. About the Organisation (Who We Are)
2. About the Role (What You Will Do)
3. Requirements
4. Contract Details (Duration, Hours, Location, Pay) - could be separate sections or combined. Since each has specific content, maybe separate: Schedule, Duration, Location, Pay. But the rule says never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless the posting actually states them. It does state them. So I can create them. But "Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones." So maybe combine into "Terms and Conditions" or "Employment Details". However, the example headings given: "About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule". So they expect separate sections for Pay, Schedule, Benefits. But Benefits not mentioned. So I'll create sections for Schedule, Duration, Location, Pay.
But Duration is not in the example headings. Could be "Contract Type" or "Duration". I'll use "Duration".
Location: "Location" or "Work Arrangement".
Let's see: The posting has "Hours", "Duration", "Flexible Location". So three distinct pieces. I'll make them separate sections: Schedule, Duration, Location.
Pay: "The salary will be based on the Consultant Scale." That's a Pay section.
Diversity and Inclusion: include.
Next Steps: include interview date, deadline, application notes.
Contact for inquiries: two contacts for discussion. Could be part of Next Steps or separate "Contact".
Now, I need to output HTML fragment with
headings and - for lists,
for prose.
Let's structure:
About the Organisation
PSD Scotland unites expertise from NES and NSS in a way that will allow us to accelerate national programmes to support the NHS to deliver better care, now and in the future. We support staff with education and training, provide the tools and data that improve services, and run vital national functions such as procurement, logistics and blood, tissue and cell services.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to play an important role in the Scottish Trainee Development and Wellbeing Service (TDWS). The TDWS is committed to helping doctors in training in Scotland meet their full potential, assisting trainees with professional support and development, careers advice and advice on flexible training.
- The postholder will devise a learning and support plan for individual trainees and sign post them to resources which may help them continue in their programme and achieve their potential.
- The postholder will also be an active participant in helping the TDWS evolve to anticipate and meet the wider development needs of doctors in training across Scotland.
Requirements
- Must be a Consultant or a Principal in General Practice with MRCGP
- Experience in postgraduate education and trainee support
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
Schedule
2 PAs (8 hours per week). The number of PAs may be split across more than one candidate; the exact split will be discussed at interview or upon appointment.
Duration
Fixed-term or secondment for 3 years in the first instance, subject to annual review.
Location
PSD Scotland is a remote-friendly employer with staff based throughout Scotland. Office-based and hybrid working arrangements are supported. Alternative working patterns can be discussed during the application process.
Pay
Salary based on the Consultant Scale.
Diversity and Inclusion
Developing a successful national service for Scotland means considering the diverse needs, perspectives, and backgrounds of everyone in Scotland. We are focused on hiring the very best talent and actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Our aim is to ensure that everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has a positive recruitment experience—regardless of the outcome. We welcome applications from all under-represented groups, including racially minoritised people and disabled people.
Next Steps
- Interviews (in person or online) will take place on 26 November 2026.
- Application deadline: 23:59 hours on the closing date (date not specified in the posting).
- CVs will not be accepted; applications must be submitted via the NHS Scotland National Recruitment Portal.
- Applicants wishing to apply on a secondment basis are strongly encouraged to discuss this with their current employer at the earliest opportunity.
- For NHS employees, appointments will only be considered on a secondment or SLA basis in the first instance.
- Successful candidates will be required to attend the office prior to their start date to complete face-to-face pre-employment checks (adjustments can be requested).
- All candidates must demonstrate the legal right to work in the UK; sponsorship via a UK Skilled Worker/Health & Care Worker Visa may be possible for eligible posts, but is not guaranteed.
Contact
For informal discussion about the role, adjustments, or alternative work patterns, contact:
- Dr Greg Jones, Postgraduate Dean: greg.jones@nhs.scot
- Dr Anna Dover, Chair TDWS: anna.dover@nhs.scot
For queries about the recruitment portal or process, contact the East Region Recruitment Service: EoS.ERRS@nhs.scot
But note: The deadline date is not given in the posting. It says "Unless otherwise stated the deadline for applications is 23:59 hours on the closing date." But the closing date isn't specified. So I should not invent a date. I'll just say "Application deadline: 23:59 hours on the closing date (see job advertisement for exact date)." But the rule says do not invent or summarize away detail. The posting doesn't give the closing date. So I should include the text as is: "Unless otherwise stated the deadline for applications is 23:59 hours on the closing date." That's a direct quote. I'll include it as a list item.
Also, the posting says "For further information please refer to the Job Information Pack below." That's a reference to a pack not included. I'll omit.
Also, the background about NSS and NES merging on 1 April 2026 is context. I included in About the Organisation? Actually the "Who We Are" section is after that. The first paragraph is about the merger. I could include that as part of About the Organisation. Let's add a paragraph before the Who We Are description.
The posting starts: "On 1 April 2026, NSS and NES became one national organisation, focused on continuity today and a stronger, more connected service for tomorrow. As part of this transformation, NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) and NHS Education for Scotland (NES) have joined
for prose. No markdown, no html/body tags. Let me parse the text: The posting starts with background about NSS and NES merging into PSD Scotland on 1 April 2026. That's context, could be "About the Organisation" or "About the Role". But the rule says don't repeat job title as heading. The job title isn't explicitly given, but the role is described in "What You Will Do". That's the main role description. Hours: 2 Pas 8 hours per week (likely more than one candidate, split of No. of PAs will be discussed at Interview/ appointment of successful candidates). That's schedule/hours. Duration: Fixed-Term/Secondment – 3 years in the first instance* (subject to annual review). That's contract duration. Flexible Location: PSD Scotland is a remote-friendly employer with staff based throughout Scotland. We support office-based and hybrid working arrangements. We welcome conversations about alternative working patterns—please get in touch during the application process to discuss. That's location/flexibility. Who We Are: description of PSD Scotland. Could be "About the Organisation". What You Will Do: detailed role description. This is the core. Requirements: "You must be a Consultant or a Principal in General Practice with MRCGP and have experience in postgraduate education and trainee support. Your communication and organisational skills should be excellent." That's qualifications/requirements. Diversity and Inclusion: paragraph about diversity. Next Steps: interview date, deadline, application notes, pre-employment checks, right to work, contact for recruitment partners. Salary: "The salary will be based on the Consultant Scale." That's pay information. Also note: "This post is subject to annual review. These posts are for Scotland and will be appointed for 3 years in the first instance, subject to annual review." Already covered. Now, I need to decide which sections to include. The rules: include a section ONLY when the posting has real, specific content for it. Never emit a heading followed by filler/placeholder text. Never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless the posting actually states them. We have: - Hours/schedule: specific (2 PAs, 8 hours per week) - Duration: specific (Fixed-term/secondment, 3 years) - Location: specific (remote-friendly, hybrid, Scotland) - Pay: specific (Consultant Scale) - About the organisation: specific (PSD Scotland description) - Role description: specific (What You Will Do) - Requirements: specific (Consultant or Principal in GP with MRCGP, experience in postgraduate education and trainee support, excellent communication and organisational skills) - Diversity and Inclusion: specific paragraph - Application process: specific (interview date, deadline, no CVs, secondment discussion, pre-employment checks, right to work, contact email) But the rules say: "Remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions." However, the Diversity and Inclusion section is not boilerplate; it's a specific statement. The application instructions include interview date, deadline, etc. The rule says remove application instructions? It says "Remove ... application instructions." But the user also says "Preserve ALL substantive information". The interview date and deadline are substantive. The note about CVs not accepted, secondment basis, pre-employment checks, right to work are also substantive. However, the rule says "Remove ... application instructions." That might refer to generic "how to apply" boilerplate. But the specific details like interview date, deadline, and special conditions (secondment, pre-employment checks) are substantive. I think we should include them under a "Next Steps" or "Application Process" section. But the rule: "do NOT put Job ID / requisition numbers as headings — fold minor metadata into a short
or drop it." There's no Job ID. Also: "Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones." So I should group related info. Let me plan sections: 1. About the Organisation (Who We Are) 2. About the Role (What You Will Do) 3. Requirements 4. Contract Details (Duration, Hours, Location, Pay) - could be separate sections or combined. Since each has specific content, maybe separate: Schedule, Duration, Location, Pay. But the rule says never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless the posting actually states them. It does state them. So I can create them. But "Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones." So maybe combine into "Terms and Conditions" or "Employment Details". However, the example headings given: "About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule". So they expect separate sections for Pay, Schedule, Benefits. But Benefits not mentioned. So I'll create sections for Schedule, Duration, Location, Pay. But Duration is not in the example headings. Could be "Contract Type" or "Duration". I'll use "Duration". Location: "Location" or "Work Arrangement". Let's see: The posting has "Hours", "Duration", "Flexible Location". So three distinct pieces. I'll make them separate sections: Schedule, Duration, Location. Pay: "The salary will be based on the Consultant Scale." That's a Pay section. Diversity and Inclusion: include. Next Steps: include interview date, deadline, application notes. Contact for inquiries: two contacts for discussion. Could be part of Next Steps or separate "Contact". Now, I need to output HTML fragment with
headings and - for lists,
for prose.
Let's structure:
About the Organisation
PSD Scotland unites expertise from NES and NSS in a way that will allow us to accelerate national programmes to support the NHS to deliver better care, now and in the future. We support staff with education and training, provide the tools and data that improve services, and run vital national functions such as procurement, logistics and blood, tissue and cell services.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to play an important role in the Scottish Trainee Development and Wellbeing Service (TDWS). The TDWS is committed to helping doctors in training in Scotland meet their full potential, assisting trainees with professional support and development, careers advice and advice on flexible training.
- The postholder will devise a learning and support plan for individual trainees and sign post them to resources which may help them continue in their programme and achieve their potential.
- The postholder will also be an active participant in helping the TDWS evolve to anticipate and meet the wider development needs of doctors in training across Scotland.
Requirements
- Must be a Consultant or a Principal in General Practice with MRCGP
- Experience in postgraduate education and trainee support
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
Schedule
2 PAs (8 hours per week). The number of PAs may be split across more than one candidate; the exact split will be discussed at interview or upon appointment.
Duration
Fixed-term or secondment for 3 years in the first instance, subject to annual review.
Location
PSD Scotland is a remote-friendly employer with staff based throughout Scotland. Office-based and hybrid working arrangements are supported. Alternative working patterns can be discussed during the application process.
Pay
Salary based on the Consultant Scale.
Diversity and Inclusion
Developing a successful national service for Scotland means considering the diverse needs, perspectives, and backgrounds of everyone in Scotland. We are focused on hiring the very best talent and actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Our aim is to ensure that everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has a positive recruitment experience—regardless of the outcome. We welcome applications from all under-represented groups, including racially minoritised people and disabled people.
Next Steps
- Interviews (in person or online) will take place on 26 November 2026.
- Application deadline: 23:59 hours on the closing date (date not specified in the posting).
- CVs will not be accepted; applications must be submitted via the NHS Scotland National Recruitment Portal.
- Applicants wishing to apply on a secondment basis are strongly encouraged to discuss this with their current employer at the earliest opportunity.
- For NHS employees, appointments will only be considered on a secondment or SLA basis in the first instance.
- Successful candidates will be required to attend the office prior to their start date to complete face-to-face pre-employment checks (adjustments can be requested).
- All candidates must demonstrate the legal right to work in the UK; sponsorship via a UK Skilled Worker/Health & Care Worker Visa may be possible for eligible posts, but is not guaranteed.
Contact
For informal discussion about the role, adjustments, or alternative work patterns, contact:
- Dr Greg Jones, Postgraduate Dean: greg.jones@nhs.scot
- Dr Anna Dover, Chair TDWS: anna.dover@nhs.scot
For queries about the recruitment portal or process, contact the East Region Recruitment Service: EoS.ERRS@nhs.scot
But note: The deadline date is not given in the posting. It says "Unless otherwise stated the deadline for applications is 23:59 hours on the closing date." But the closing date isn't specified. So I should not invent a date. I'll just say "Application deadline: 23:59 hours on the closing date (see job advertisement for exact date)." But the rule says do not invent or summarize away detail. The posting doesn't give the closing date. So I should include the text as is: "Unless otherwise stated the deadline for applications is 23:59 hours on the closing date." That's a direct quote. I'll include it as a list item.
Also, the posting says "For further information please refer to the Job Information Pack below." That's a reference to a pack not included. I'll omit.
Also, the background about NSS and NES merging on 1 April 2026 is context. I included in About the Organisation? Actually the "Who We Are" section is after that. The first paragraph is about the merger. I could include that as part of About the Organisation. Let's add a paragraph before the Who We Are description.
The posting starts: "On 1 April 2026, NSS and NES became one national organisation, focused on continuity today and a stronger, more connected service for tomorrow. As part of this transformation, NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) and NHS Education for Scotland (NES) have joined
for prose. Let's structure:
About the Organisation
PSD Scotland unites expertise from NES and NSS in a way that will allow us to accelerate national programmes to support the NHS to deliver better care, now and in the future. We support staff with education and training, provide the tools and data that improve services, and run vital national functions such as procurement, logistics and blood, tissue and cell services.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to play an important role in the Scottish Trainee Development and Wellbeing Service (TDWS). The TDWS is committed to helping doctors in training in Scotland meet their full potential, assisting trainees with professional support and development, careers advice and advice on flexible training.
- The postholder will devise a learning and support plan for individual trainees and sign post them to resources which may help them continue in their programme and achieve their potential.
- The postholder will also be an active participant in helping the TDWS evolve to anticipate and meet the wider development needs of doctors in training across Scotland.
Requirements
- Must be a Consultant or a Principal in General Practice with MRCGP
- Experience in postgraduate education and trainee support
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
Schedule
2 PAs (8 hours per week). The number of PAs may be split across more than one candidate; the exact split will be discussed at interview or upon appointment.
Duration
Fixed-term or secondment for 3 years in the first instance, subject to annual review.
Location
PSD Scotland is a remote-friendly employer with staff based throughout Scotland. Office-based and hybrid working arrangements are supported. Alternative working patterns can be discussed during the application process.
Pay
Salary based on the Consultant Scale.
Diversity and Inclusion
Developing a successful national service for Scotland means considering the diverse needs, perspectives, and backgrounds of everyone in Scotland. We are focused on hiring the very best talent and actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Our aim is to ensure that everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has a positive recruitment experience—regardless of the outcome. We welcome applications from all under-represented groups, including racially minoritised people and disabled people.
Next Steps
- Interviews (in person or online) will take place on 26 November 2026.
- Application deadline: 23:59 hours on the closing date (date not specified in the posting).
- CVs will not be accepted; applications must be submitted via the NHS Scotland National Recruitment Portal.
- Applicants wishing to apply on a secondment basis are strongly encouraged to discuss this with their current employer at the earliest opportunity.
- For NHS employees, appointments will only be considered on a secondment or SLA basis in the first instance.
- Successful candidates will be required to attend the office prior to their start date to complete face-to-face pre-employment checks (adjustments can be requested).
- All candidates must demonstrate the legal right to work in the UK; sponsorship via a UK Skilled Worker/Health & Care Worker Visa may be possible for eligible posts, but is not guaranteed.
Contact
For informal discussion about the role, adjustments, or alternative work patterns, contact:
- Dr Greg Jones, Postgraduate Dean: greg.jones@nhs.scot
- Dr Anna Dover, Chair TDWS: anna.dover@nhs.scot
For queries about the recruitment portal or process, contact the East Region Recruitment Service: EoS.ERRS@nhs.scot
But note: The deadline date is not given in the posting. It says "Unless otherwise stated the deadline for applications is 23:59 hours on the closing date." But the closing date isn't specified. So I should not invent a date. I'll just say "Application deadline: 23:59 hours on the closing date (see job advertisement for exact date)." But the rule says do not invent or summarize away detail. The posting doesn't give the closing date. So I should include the text as is: "Unless otherwise stated the deadline for applications is 23:59 hours on the closing date." That's a direct quote. I'll include it as a list item. Also, the posting says "For further information please refer to the Job Information Pack below." That's a reference to a pack not included. I'll omit. Also, the background about NSS and NES merging on 1 April 2026 is context. I included in About the Organisation? Actually the "Who We Are" section is after that. The first paragraph is about the merger. I could include that as part of About the Organisation. Let's add a paragraph before the Who We Are description. The posting starts: "On 1 April 2026, NSS and NES became one national organisation, focused on continuity today and a stronger, more connected service for tomorrow. As part of this transformation, NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) and NHS Education for Scotland (NES) have joined