Our board | NHS Education for Scotland

There are 14 places on the NES board of which 10 are non-executive and 4 are executive. All board members are appointed by the health minister.

The functions of our Board are:

Setting the direction, clarifying priorities and defining expectations.
Holding the executive to account and seeking assurance that the organisation is being effectively managed.
Managing risks to the quality, delivery and sustainability of services.
Engaging with stakeholders.
Influencing the Board’s and the organisation’s culture.

Karen Reid Chief Executive
Emma Watson Executive Medical Director
Jim Boyle Director of Finance
Karen Wilson Director of NMAHP (Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professions) (Deputy CEO)