1. Introduction to NHSScotland

2. Learning intentions You will learn some facts about NHSScotland
You will learn about different job roles available in NHSScotland
You will find out some of the skills which can help you get a job in NHSScotland 
Learning intentions

3. Success Criteria You understand some facts about NHSScotland
You can identify a number of different NHSScotland job roles
You recognise that you have skills which can help you get a job in NHSScotland   
Success Criteria

4. NHSScotland is the organisation that provides healthcare for the people of Scotland. 
NHS stands for 'National Health Service'. 
NHSScotland runs most of the  hospitals and health centres in Scotland. 
NHSScotland is the largest employer in Scotland.

5. People who work in NHSScotland
make a difference to people's lives
get great job satisfaction
can develop their careers
have an agreed pay scale

6. DO YOU KNOW ANYONE WHO WORKS IN NHSSCOTLAND?
What job does this person do?

7. Do you know someone whose life has been made better by NHSScotland?

8. THE FLOOR IS LAVA!
LAVA!

9. The answer is on the next slide!
Question 1
How many people work in the NHS in Scotland?
around 1,650
around 60,000
around 165,000
The answer is on the next slide!

10. Correct answer:
around 165,000

11. The answer is on the next slide!
Question 2
Can you enter a job or apprenticeship with NHSScotland straight from school?
Yes or No
The answer is on the next slide!

12. Correct answer:
Yes

13. The answer is on the next slide!
Question 3
How many job roles are there in NHSScotland?
over 100
over 200
over 300
The answer is on the next slide!

14. Correct answer:
over 300

15. The answer is on the next slide!
Question 4
Name ONE job in NHSScotland (you could say doctor or nurse, but what other jobs are there?)…
The answer is on the next slide!

17. And finally… Do you enjoy problem solving?
Do you enjoy working in a team?
Are you creative?
Do you want to make a difference in people’s lives?
Do you want a rewarding job in the future?

18. LEARNING INTENTIONS FOR NEXT LESSON
You will find out about NHSScotland
You will find out what career with NHSScotland would best suit you

19. Please contact us on 0131 656 3200 or email altformats@nes.scot.nhs.uk
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