Director of Primary Care and GP Out of Hours Service

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde

Post Title:              Director of Primary Care and GP Out of Hours Service

Grade:                    Agenda for Change Band 9 (* Pay Award Pending)

Salary range:         £111,595 - £116,428 per annum (pro rata for part time)

Tenure:                   Permanent

Hours:                    Full time (37 hours)  

Location:               Greater Glasgow and Clyde

Relocation Package where appropriate

The Director of Primary Care & GP Out of Hours will be responsible for leading the programme of primary care transformation across all independent contractor services, working with our key stakeholders to deliver the necessary transformation of our primary care services and workforce. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recently approved their first Primary Care Strategy.  The Director will have overall responsibility for the implementation plan and driving performance improvements and new ways of working across NHSGGC. 

There is a substantial change programme in terms of both scale and complexity across the six HSCPs in NHSGGC, 225 GP practices and a wide range of community services and professional groups.  The post holder will oversee Primary Care Contracts - General Medical and Ophthalmic, as well as the implementation and provision of our new service model for GP Out of Hours services in Greater Glasgow and Clyde ensuring that these are delivered to the required quality and standards and in turn support the primary care transformation programme.    

Accountable to multiple stakeholders including NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, the six Integrated Joint Boards and professional advisory committees.  This will require you to develop a shared strategic direction, priorities, and collective accountability, supported by the governance arrangements of multi partner oversight groups.

The extended Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) is now an established part of core general practice provision, with particular progress and investment on those areas with an associated commitment to change in responsibility for service delivery 1) Pharmacotherapy 2) Vaccination and 3) Community Treatment and Care (CTAC). The post holder will have a key role in the MDT.

Key strategic connections include Moving Forward Together, winter planning, unscheduled care, vaccination programme and Mental Health strategy. The post holder will have a major influential role in providing strategic direction, governance, and assurance for NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde.  

The post holder will be expected to attend the Corporate Management Team (CMT) as and when required and attend NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Board meetings to provide advice on issues related to the delivery of primary care services when required. 

Qualities and experience required for this post include an ability to work as part of a whole system with other directors and evidence of strategic thinking applied to organisational achievement. 

Demonstrable strategic and operational experience at Corporate Management team level in a complex healthcare system is required. Detailed understanding of health and social care best practice and policy and have national credibility in your field with excellent oral and written communication skills is essential.

Informal Contact:  To arrange an informal discussion with Christine Laverty, Chief Officer and Lead for Primary Care, please contact:

Jade.clarke@ggc.scot.nhs.uk   Contact No:

Closing Date:         23:59 Sunday, 13^th October 2024

• 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. 190812.

• 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.