Staff wellbeing and professional development
Caring for those who care for us
We want NHS Lothian to have the best trained and supported staff across all healthcare roles.
We recognise that a healthy and supported workforce leads to better patient care, better individual health and more efficient use of NHS resources. We want those who are caring for us, and those closest to us, to be at their very best. Supporting the wellbeing and development of NHS Lothian staff is therefore a key priority for us.
In partnership with NHS Lothian’s Work Well team, we support initiatives that address the physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing of the dedicated NHS Lothian Team. Support has included the commissioning of NHS Lothian’s first Staff Wellbeing Strategy, creating Wellbeing Spaces for staff across NHS Lothian, funding of a staff psychological support service, and a dedicated income maximisation service looking at debt management, budgeting and welfare rights to help address the cost-of-living crisis.
Find out more about how we are supporting NHS Lothian staff:
Creating spaces where staff can rest, relax and recharge
Staff Wellbeing Spaces
Commissioning the first NHS Lothian Staff Wellbeing Strategy
Work Well
Staff Wellbeing Microgrants
Grants of up to £500 available to fund activities that support the health and wellbeing of staff.
Elsie Inglis Staff Development Awards
The ‘Elsies’ is a charitable fund which seeks to support individual NHS Lothian staff to develop their potential through learning.
