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- £46,483 to £53,362 per annum
- Full Time
- Permanent
- Contact: Recruitment Team
- Posted December, 12, 2024 1:50 PM
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.
Contract: Permanent, 35 hours per week
Location: 1x Inverness based
Salary: £46,483 - £53,362 per annum
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 8,000 members. We are supported by over 500 volunteers, and employ around 400 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 servicers. 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?
To apply, please click on the link to the apply using the online application. Please note that application by CV submission will not be accepted.
Our recruitment site provides a wide range of information about Alzheimer Scotland and the valuable work we do.
If you would like to arrange an informal chat before applying, we welcome the chance to speak with you. Email feedback@alzscot.org and we’ll set up a call with someone from our Leadership Team.
The closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 6 January 2025. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a selection day on either 14 or 15 January 2025.
The successful applicant must hold relevant proof of right to work in the UK, a valid UK driving license and may be subject to a criminal check through Disclosure Scotland.
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