Chief Officer - East Dunbartonshire Health and Social Care Partnership

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Post Title:           Chief Officer, East Dunbartonshire Health and Social Care Partnership

Grade/Salary:     NHS: Executive and Senior Manager Grade E Salary: £91,926 - £118,361 per annum (pro rata for part time)

                           East Dunbartonshire Council: Grade 17 Salary: £105,990 - £115,662 per annum (pro rata for part time) 

Tenure:               Permanent Full Time NHS: 37.5 hours/Council: 35 hours 

Location:             Kirkintilloch Health and Care Centre

Relocation Package where appropriate

About Us

The Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP) is responsible for the planning and delivery of a range of community health, social work and social care services for older people, adults, children and families and people in the Criminal Justice System in the East Dunbartonshire Council area utilising funding from the Council and Health Board.

We are justifiably proud of East Dunbartonshire Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP) whose reputation for excellence is well known and longstanding. The HSCP is a full partnership between NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde and East Dunbartonshire Council.

As a member of both the Council's and Health Boards senior leadership teams, the post holder will be accountable to the Integration Joint Board and will report to both Chief Executives.

Our vision for integration is to deliver better outcomes for the people of East Dunbartonshire through services that are planned and delivered seamlessly from the perspective of the patient, service user and carer.

Through the governance of the Integration Joint Board and working with partners locally, you will ensure the effective delivery of East Dunbartonshires HSCP Strategic Plan and its key objectives.

About the Role

This is a role which demands exceptional leadership skills and abilities that will have been gained in an organisation with a strong focus on delivering high standards to patients, service users or customers.

You will be an accomplished and credible leader, naturally engaging who is able to inspire and motivate staff to work in new and collaborative ways to achieve the best from integration.

With a demonstrable track record of success in the management of health and/or social care, you will have the ability to develop a strong, people-focused culture which encourages initiative, individual and team responsibility and open communication and be comfortable working in a complex and challenging environment.

To ensure the HSCP continues to deliver Health & Social Care integration you will evidence a successful track record of driving large scale organisational and cultural change programmes along with significant financial management and risk management experience preferably within a public service body.

If you believe you have the necessary skills and experience to meet the challenges of this high-profile role, we welcome your application.

Application Process

This is a joint process and candidates are invited to apply via the NHS Scotland Recruitment system or the Council myjobscotland recruitment system.

CVs are not accepted. To apply online, please click one of the following links:

NHS Scotland | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career - Job Information | Apply for Chief Officer - East Dunbartonshire Health and Social Care Partnership

Myjobscotland/East Dunbartonshire Council

If you would like to find out more detail about the post before applying, or for a confidential discussion, you can contact:

Jane Grant, Chief Executive, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Phone: or email: jane.grant@ggc.scot.nhs.uk

Ann Davie, Chief Executive, East Dunbartonshire Council   Phone: or email Ann.Davie@eastdunbarton.gov.uk

Closing date for applications: 23:59, Sunday 22nd September 2024.

Further information about East Dunbartonshire Health and Social Care Partnership can be found on our website: Health and Social Care | East Dunbartonshire Council

Application Process: Candidates are invited to apply via the NHS Scotland Recruitment system. NHS Scotland does not accept CVs; instead, candidates must click on the Apply for Job button on the NHS Scotland job portal NHS Scotland | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career - Jobs Page to access, complete, and submit the online application form.

Further Information and Assistance: For further details on how to apply and to complete the NHS Scotland Online Application Form, visit NHS Scotland | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career - Jobs Page , select Employer > Greater Glasgow and Clyde > Job Type > Executive Level > Job Reference No. 192283.

Equality and Diversity Commitment: NHS Scotland is dedicated to promoting equality and diversity within its workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is to have a workforce that is truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. Applications are welcomed from all sections of society.

Right to Work in the UK: Regardless of nationality, all candidates must undergo a Right to Work in the UK check as part of the recruitment process. From 1st July 2021, proof of EU Settlement status will be required to demonstrate the Right to Work in the UK. Further information can be found at EU Settlement Scheme.

Armed Forces Covenant: NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde has signed the Armed Forces Covenant, pledging to be a Forces Friendly Employer. The organisation supports applications from the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience, and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.

Disability Confident Employer: As a Disability Confident Employer, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is committed to ensuring that prospective candidates are not disadvantaged during the recruitment and selection process. Reasonable adjustments are offered throughout all stages of the recruitment process. For further information or support, please contact Heather Silvester, Recruitment Lead, at heather.silvester@ggc.scot.nhs.uk.