TUESDAY, 12 NOVEMBER, 2024

Photographs attached: l-r Judith Golden, NHS Tayside development lead (apprenticeships/careers), Kinross High School senior pupils Zoe Caldwell and Jessica Fenna, NHS Tayside trainee pharmacy technician Claire Neilson and Morgan McLeod, employer liaison officer, Developing the Young Workforce (Tay Cities)

Perth & Kinross pupils explore NHS Tayside healthcare careers

More than 330 senior pupils from high schools across Perth & Kinross attended a healthcare careers event yesterday (Monday) at Murray Royal Hospital.

Staff from a wide range of disciplines and professions were on hand across 24 different stalls to help pupils gain an insight into the variety of roles available in healthcare.

The event was arranged in partnership between NHS Tayside and Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) Tay Cities.

As well as the more traditional jobs in nursing, medical and allied health professions such as therapists, there were also representatives from the essential support departments, including facilities, administration, estates, finance and procurement.

Director of Workforce Elaine Watson said, “We wanted to use this opportunity to let young people explore the huge variety of careers that are on offer in the NHS.

“To keep NHS Tayside running successfully we need people with skills in many different areas, not just clinical staff such as doctors and nurses. We also need plumbers, admin staff and people with IT skills amongst many others.

“The event showed school children who are considering their future careers these alternative ways of accessing jobs in the health service and that they are within their reach.”

Lisa Laidlaw, DYW Tay Cities regional lead said, “We were thrilled to support this event, which showcased the diverse career paths available in the healthcare sector to young people.

“The experience highlights that healthcare offers opportunities for everyone, no matter their entry level or chosen school subjects. Hosting interactive events like this is essential to DYW’s mission, inspiring young people by opening up a world of career possibilities.”

The event also welcomed members of the public in the afternoon, giving them the opportunity to explore the wide variety of careers available within NHS Tayside.

Contact:

Abigail Reid

NHS Tayside Communications

(01382) 740716