Depute Chief Officer (Operations and Governance / Chief Social Work Officer)

Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent regional health and social care entity in Glasgow is seeking a Depute Chief Officer for Operations and Governance. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership and oversee integrated health and social care services. This position demands exceptional skills in leadership and policy development, with a focus on delivering high-quality services. The ideal applicant will be a registered Social Worker with extensive experience in senior roles. Applications should be directed to Sarah Gracie for more details.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in social work practice and senior leadership.
• Ability to manage change and influence across organisations.
• Membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme is essential.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for strategic leadership and delivery of services.
• Provide professional advice to local authority and Integration Joint Board.
• Lead on policy development and service transformation.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic vision

Stakeholder engagement

Social work practice

Education

Professionally qualified Social Worker

Registration with Scottish Social Services Council

Job description

Location: GCHSCP Commonwealth House 32 Albion Street Glasgow, G1 1LH

Salary: £120,128.40 - £132,725.93 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Job Description

Role: Depute Chief Officer (Operations and Governance / Chief Social Work Officer)
Contract Status: Permanent
GCC Salary: Grade 12 LDR4b, £120,128.40 - £132,725.93, Hours per week: 35
NHS Salary: Grade Band 9, £122,736 - £128,051, Hours per week: 37

Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP) is seeking to appoint an outstanding individual to the pivotal role of Depute Chief Officer – Operations and Governance / Chief Social Work Officer. This is a unique opportunity to join the Executive Management Team and play a central role in shaping the future of integrated health and social care services across the city.

As Depute Chief Officer – Operations and Governance / Chief Social Work Officer, you will be accountable to the Chief Officer and the Integration Joint Board (IJB) for the strategic leadership, planning, and delivery of a wide portfolio of services, including Adult Services, Children’s Services, Older People’s Services, and Care Services. You will lead on policy development, service transformation, and operational excellence, ensuring that services are responsive, effective, and aligned with the HSCP’s strategic objectives.

In your statutory capacity as Chief Social Work Officer, you will provide professional advice to the local authority and the IJB, ensuring the delivery of high-quality social work services. You will be expected to empower senior managers, uphold professional standards, and offer critical insight on governance, risk, and performance.

The successful candidate will be a professionally qualified Social Worker, registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC), with extensive experience in social work practice and senior leadership. You will demonstrate a deep understanding of statutory responsibilities, a strong track record in managing change, and the ability to influence and collaborate across complex organisational landscapes.

Membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme is essential on taking up appointment. Please note successful candidates for the above role will be required to pay for their PVG Membership/or Scheme Checks.

Registration to the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) is an essential requirement for this role. You must either be already registered or have applied within 3 months and be registered within 6 months from your start date. Please note as part of the local government pay deal, local authority staff are currently not required to pay SSSC fees.

This role demands exceptional leadership, strategic vision, and a commitment to public service. You will be a confident communicator, capable of engaging with a wide range of stakeholders including elected members, partner agencies, and local communities.

Glasgow City HSCP is committed to delivering transformational change that empowers communities and supports individuals to live healthier, more fulfilled lives. If you are ready to lead with purpose and make a lasting impact, we would be delighted to hear from you.

This is an integrated position as part of the HSCP, the successful applicant may choose to be appointed to the post under the terms and conditions of either Glasgow City Council or NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde.

These posts are excepted under Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2013 (as amended).
Recruitment to this role is being supported by Eden Scott. Applicants are invited to contact Eden Scott in the first instance for further information about this role.

Contact: Sarah Gracie, Associate Director on 07999421314 or via email - [e-mail].

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