Head of Services

Alzheimer Scotland; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dementia charity based in Inverness is seeking a senior leader to manage local teams and enhance care services for individuals living with dementia. The successful candidate will demonstrate exemplary leadership, communication, and organizational skills, alongside a deep understanding of dementia. This role offers a permanent contract of 35 hours per week, with a comprehensive package including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

11 public holidays pro-rata

Pension Scheme

Extensive Training Plan

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leadership within health and social care services.
• Experience in managing teams and promoting a positive culture.
• Strong knowledge of dementia and service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage local teams across diverse locations.
• Drive continuous improvement in the delivery of services.
• Ensure high-quality care for individuals living with dementia.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Emotional Intelligence

Organizational Skills

Education

Relevant practice qualification

Job description

Contract: 1 Position, Permanent, 35 hours per week

Location: Inverness based

Package: 25 days annual leave plus 11 public holidays pro‑rata, Pension Scheme, Extensive Training Plan

Join us to make sure nobody faces dementia alone

Our charity

Alzheimer Scotland is Scotland’s leading charity for dementia and brain health. We are Scotland’s national dementia charity. Our aims are to prevent, care and cure dementia, and to make sure nobody faces dementia alone.

We are a member‑led charity with more than 8, members. We are supported by over volunteers, and employ around full and part‑time staff, mainly in our direct service provision across Scotland. We are fully committed to Fair Work First and the support and development of our people.

The role

We are at a highly exciting stage in the reshaping of our services as we build sustainable, resilient, therapeutic, and inclusive registered day care and commissioned community supports of the highest quality that can maximise our resources and potential growth opportunities.

We are seeking applicants with a proven track record in leadership within a health and social care service (or related) background to work in this key senior role and make a positive difference to the lives of people living with dementia, those at greater risk of dementia, and the families and friends who care for someone with dementia.

Based in Inverness, the role will lead and manage local teams in a variety of locations and services across the Highlands and Aberdeen, and Aberdeenshire. Full details about the role are provided in the job description available through the link provided.

The person

You will have the right level of personal qualities, experience, knowledge and qualifications, demonstrate excellent leadership qualities and high levels of emotional intelligence, with experience of managing people, supporting staff development and promoting a positive culture. You will be an excellent communicator, highly organised with a collaborative approach to working with others to deliver shared objectives and drive continuous improvement in our practice. You will have a high-level knowledge and understanding of dementia and substantial experience in the management and delivery of services and hold a relevant practice qualification to meet the Scottish Social Services Council registered management requirements. Further details are provided in the person specification provided.

Are you ready to be part of our journey at this exciting time?

For a full job description, please visit our website to fill out an online application form. Applicants must complete the form on our website to be considered for this role. CV applications will not be considered.