Genetics Nurse Specialist
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This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2233 (85% match) is an eligible occupation, and NHS Highland is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
In 2025, NHS Highland assigned 15 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 2233 jobs, according to the Home Office.
This could also be SOC 2234 (Registered nurse practitioners) or SOC 2237 (Other registered nursing professionals). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
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What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2233 Registered specialist nurses Most likely code | £25,000 | £25,000 | £25,000 | £25,000 |
2234 Registered nurse practitioners Also possible | £25,000 | £25,000 | £25,000 | £25,000 |
2237 Other registered nursing professionals Also possible | £25,000 | £25,000 | £25,000 | £25,000 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
The service has strongly established links with Child Health Services (including Community Child Health and Learning Disability Services), with Maternity Services at Aberdeen Maternity Hospital, and with Acute Medical and Surgical Services for adults. There is also close collaboration with the University of Aberdeen Institute of Medical Sciences and Applied Health Sciences.
We are seeking a highly motivated nurse with a keen interest in the science of underlying disease and translating this to patient care. The ability to learn and be flexible in care delivery models is essential to this role where the care of the family unit is key.
The successful candidate will join the existing Genetics team in Inverness. He /she will work with the team to manage the mixed case-load including a variety of general genetic conditions, cancer genetics, cardiac and pre-natal genetics. The team see patients across the life course, from pre-pregnancy and fertility conversations, childhood, adult and late onset disease. The successful candidate will work towards running clinics for some inherited conditions. He /she will demonstrate an understanding of the psychosocial impact of how genetic conditions affect patients and their families.
Participation in teaching and research is encouraged and there will be opportunity to network with colleagues in the other National Genetic Centres in Dundee, Edinburgh and Glasgow at various forums and study days.
Applicants must be an experienced registered nurse. Some genetic knowledge and experience of working with Clinical genetics would be an advantage.
Informal enquiries are welcomed to
Genetic Counsellor Annie Johnes email: tel 01224558949
Genetic Counsellor Lesley Snadden email: tel 01224553660
Clinical Nurse Manager Julie English Email
Flexible Working
- Flexible working options may be available, depending on the role and service needs. If this is important to you, please discuss it at interview.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Registered specialist nurses (SOC 2233) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~61k in sample- Middle half £33,956–50,284
- Median £42,016
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Not necessarily. NHS Highland holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. In 2025, NHS Highland assigned 15 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 2233 jobs, according to the Home Office. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
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