Adult Support and Protection Advisers

NHS Highland

Permanent Inverness, Scotland Counselors, Social Workers, and Other Community and Social Service Specialists

Posted:

June 09, 2026

Location:

Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for two enthusiastic and committed Adult Support and Protection Advisers to join our team.
Essential Qualifications
Registered Nurse, Midwife, or Allied Health Professional
Educated to degree level in an appropriate subject
Significant post registration experience at Band 6 or equivalent, including work in adult and child protection
Postgraduate Certificate in Child / Adult Protection (or willingness to undertake).
Full UK driving Licence
Essential Experience
Post registration experience in Adult Protection
Experience of collaborative working across agencies and organisational boundaries at a local level
Knowledge and Competencies
In depth knowledge of national and local child and adult protection guidelines
In depth knowledge of adult’s and children’s rights and relevant legislation
Extensive knowledge of the roles and functions of ot...
                

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Job Overview

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Inverness, United Kingdom

Posted: June 09, 2026

Deadline: July 19, 2026