Top job! Chair - Care Inspectorate Board
- Management Board
- Sessional
- Dundee City
- Closing 30th April 2021
- Advertised from 15th April 2021
- Remuneration: £267.90 per day
Role
Would you like to make a difference and contribute to the work of the Care Inspectorate?
If so, this role may be of interest to you.
Scottish Ministers are looking to appoint a Chair to the Board of the Care Inspectorate from July 2021.
The Care Inspectorate regulates and inspects care services in Scotland to make sure that they meet the right standards.
This is an exciting time to become the Chair of the Care Inspectorate. The role of the Care Inspectorate continues to be central to the ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic and will also have a critical role to play in improving the social care and wellbeing of the people of Scotland as we recover from the pandemic. The Chair will steer the Care Inspectorate’s response to lessons learned from the pandemic together with taking forward aspects of the Independent Review of Adult Social Care, subject to the agreed political direction and reform landscape.
The Care Inspectorate also jointly inspects with other regulators to check how well different organisations in local areas work to support adults and children. Set up by the Scottish Government, and accountable to Scottish Ministers, it is their job to ensure that everyone gets safe, high quality care that meets their needs and to protect those who use these services. Around 600 staff work across Scotland, inspecting thousands of services each year.
The Chair and Board members set the strategic direction of the Care Inspectorate, taking into account legislation and policy guidance set by the Scottish Government.
The Chair provides leadership to the Board, ensuring robust governance arrangements are in place and monitoring the performance of the Care Inspectorate.
The Chair of the Board will bring a wealth of experience and wide-ranging skills, along with a passionate interest in social care.
The appointment will cover a period of major challenge and change for the care sector, building upon the lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic. The role of the Care Inspectorate is central to our ongoing response and they will continue to have a critical role in protecting the health and wellbeing of people experiencing care and support as we recover from the pandemic.
Ministers are looking for those who are able to demonstrate:
- Collaborative Leadership;
- Experience of complexity and/or complex environments;
- Experience of working within a person centred, or human rights based approach;
- Ability to improve organisational performance
Remuneration: The appointment is remunerated at the rate of £267.90 per day. Travel and subsistence allowances are also payable, however, the appointments are not pensionable.
Time commitment: The nature of the Chair’s role means that the time commitment will vary week to week and some flexibility is required. You must be able to make a firm commitment to spend on average around three days per week. This time will be a mix of daytime board meetings; committee meetings as well as development and strategy days and reading documents.
Appointment details: The term of appointment will be for up to four years. When a term comes to an end, the skills the Board requires will be reassessed. If you satisfy the requirements of the new person specification at that time, and there is evidence of your effective performance, Scottish Ministers may consider reappointing you for a further term. The Chair’s total period of appointment will not exceed eight years.
Location: There are four formal Board Meetings per year usually held in the organisation’s headquarters in Dundee, however, meetings can occasionally be held elsewhere. Board meetings are held in public, but restrictions on attendance in person will apply for the duration of the pandemic. As we continue to live with COVID-19, currently meetings are generally held remotely using a virtual platform, for which you will receive appropriate training and support. Although, going forward, the expectation is that the work will be a blend of virtual and physical meetings, a physical presence will be required to be able to carry out the full range of Board activities.
Further information: If you would like to discuss this role informally and confidentially, you are welcome to contact Iain MacAllister, Deputy Director Governance, Evidence and Finance, either by email at iain.macallister@gov.scot or on 07773 234554 or; Peter Macleod, Chief Executive, either by email at Peter.Macleod@careinspectorate.gov.scot or on 01382 207131.
More information about the Care Inspectorate can be found at careinspectorate.com
Application notes
Completed applications must be received before Friday 30th April 2021 at midday.
Interviews will be held on 16th June 2021.
Given the uncertainty of the Covid-19 pandemic and any restrictions which might be in place, we are currently planning for the interviews to be conducted via MS Teams. We will review this nearer the time and if Public Health guidance indicates it is safe to do so, we may consider holding these face to face, which would be in Edinburgh.
Please apply online through our dedicated public appointments website: appointed-for-scotland.org
If you experience any difficulties accessing our website, or in the event that you require a word version of the application form, please contact the Public Appointments Team by calling Freephone 0300 244 1898; or by emailing Public.appointments@gov.scot.
Scottish Ministers particularly welcome applications from people with protected characteristics who are under-represented at Chair level, such as women, disabled people, LGBTI+ people, those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities and people aged under 50. Please do complete our monitoring form when you apply as this helps us to ensure that the appointments process is accessible to everyone.
The selection panel will be as flexible as is possible to ensure that no candidates are disadvantaged by the arrangements put in place. If candidates have any concerns or requirements with regards to interviews, please let the Public Appointments Team know by calling 0300 244 1898; or by emailing Public.appointments@gov.scot.
Appointments to the Care Inspectorate Board are regulated by the Ethical Standards Commissioner.
Appointed on merit; committed to diversity and equality.
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Top job! Assistant Director – Residential Services
- Full time
- £61,342 – £64,961
- Fife / Tayside (Hybrid)
- Closing 21st April 2024
About Aberlour …
Aberlour is Scotland’s leading children’s charity. Our strategy is to be bold and brave, to ensure that every child in Scotland has an equal chance.
As an organisation we are ambitious to deliver real and lasting change for children, young people and families.
We are proud of the support, care and love we provide to children and young people across our children’s houses and we recognise there is more we can do. That’s why we have embarked on an ambitious re-modelling programme which will build on the strong foundations of the quality of care we provide and create models of care for the future, designed around the needs of children, young people and families.
We are committed to doing all we can to support children, young people and families - recover and heal from trauma and adversity, remain as part of their family/community where possible, recognise their strengths and achieve their hopes and aspirations.
This ambitious re-modelling programme will create an evidence-led, agile model of residential care which provides holistic care built on strong family support principles that is recognised nationally and internationally as being sector leading.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead lasting and meaningful change for children, young people and families across Scotland
What we are looking for...
You will have a proven track record of working strategically to deliver excellence in residential care – understanding what it takes to open a new home, developing practice, ensuring safeguarding is at the heart of delivery, negotiating with and influencing commissioners.
Please see the job description on our website for further details about the role.
We currently have a number of residential homes in Fife, Highlands and Tayside. We have a senior management team supporting the delivery of these services.
What we offer...
As well as a supportive team, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme, life assurance worth 3x salary and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers.
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- Full time
- £65,874 – £69,075
- The role is based in Glasgow with responsibility for designated regional services across Scotland and requires regular travel across the locality (On site)
- Closing 29th April 2024
At Key and Community Lifestyles, we provide person-centred support to over 2,000 disabled people, across 17 Scottish local authorities, to enable them to lead full, active lives in their own homes and communities.
We are recruiting a new Operational Manager to join our small senior team with responsibility for our services across Scotland. This role requires an exceptional leader who has a passion for developing high quality, outcome focused, personalised support to disabled people of all ages. You will work alongside local Area Managers, supporting them to develop and deliver great services for people we support. You will also lead on strengthening relationships with commissioners and partners in those areas with a focus on building our reputation for creative, flexible, and reliable support.
You will have substantial experience of management at a senior level in social services, with a proven track record in supporting continual improvement, innovation, and creative service design. Resilience, compassion, and kindness will be hallmarks of your approach, along with a strong focus on people and outcomes.
Authentic Voices Project Manager
- Part time
- £30,363 – £33,737 pro-rata
- Dundee (On site)
- Closing 29th April 2024
DVVA and the Protecting People Strategic Support Team based within Dundee Health and Social Care Partnership are seeking a passionate and dedicated Authentic Voices Project Manager to play a pivotal role in amplifying the voices and experiences of individuals with lived experience within strategic planning and decision-making forums. This will include an initial focus on the protecting people partnerships and committees. This position is instrumental in supporting a whole system culture shift in strategic spaces and ensuring that the needs, perspectives, and insights of the individuals we serve are authentically represented and integrated into the development and improvement of our programs and initiatives.
The post holder will be employed by Dundee Volunteer Voluntary Action and co-located to work as a member of the Protecting People Strategic Support Team (based within Dundee Health and Social Care Partnership).
Ideally you’ll have experience of supporting the engagement of people with lived experience as well as networking with a variety of partners and stakeholders. You’ll be able to balance the differing needs and expectations of those you are working with to facilitate successful working relationships and outcomes. Qualified to degree level in a relevant subject, and with significant working experience, you’ll have experience of project management and delivering change programmes.
Top job! Head of Business Development & Grants
- Full time
- £50,450
- Glasgow (Hybrid)
- Closing 2nd May 2024
Do you have a passion for developing funding opportunities to make a difference? Are you a natural leader who is skilled in managing a team who play an important part in organisational success? If so, we have a great opportunity for you to join Quarriers as Head of Business Development & Grants.
Your new opportunity
Quarriers have a rare and exciting opportunity for a Head of Business Development & Grants to work in partnership with our Associate Directors and Operational Managers to identify opportunities and develop new and existing services. You will manage and work closely with the Business Development & Grants team leading and implementing development strategies to support growth and funding for the overall organisation. You will play a key part in liaising with internal and external stakeholders and overseeing tender and funding opportunities including submissions.
As the Head of Business Development & Grants you will closely monitor and track potential tender opportunities including managing a portfolio of grants and funding aligned with department income and expenditure against budget and set targeted income.
This is a full-time permanent role working 35 hours per week (Monday – Friday) in line with our agile working policy, which blends home-working with office time and service visits.
What you will need to bring to the role
- Proven experience and understanding of implementing and managing business development strategies ideally within the social care/healthcare sector.
- An understanding of social care/healthcare service design.
- Skills in managing risk and business development with an understanding of the Grant funding landscape and innovative practice.
- Excellent IT knowledge and experience in using database systems.
- Extensive knowledge and experience at a senior level in a complex organisation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and organisational skills to support strict deadlines and work in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.
- Previous experience of managing a team and delivering positive results.
- Driving licence is essential
What’s in it for you?
- Substantial holiday entitlement.
- Generous workplace pension.
- Family-friendly working policies and procedures.
- Life Assurance.
- Wider benefits including our Employee Assistance Programme, free physiotherapy & occupational health support.
Quarriers have Investors in People Platinum accreditation and are a Scottish Living Wage Employer
About Us
Quarriers is one of Scotland’s leading social care charities. We provide practical care and support for vulnerable children, adults and families who face extremely challenging circumstances. We challenge poverty and inequality of opportunity to bring about positive changes in people’s lives.
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