Join us to make sure nobody faces dementia alone
We are recruiting for three posts:
- Head of Services (Glasgow based)
- Head of Services (Inverness based)
Head of Quality (Edinburgh or Glasgow based)
(Salary: £46,483 - £53,362)
Alzheimer Scotland is Scotland’s leading charity for dementia and brain health. We are Scotland’s national dementia charity. We aim 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.
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 individuals with a proven track record in leadership within a health and social care service (or related) background to work in these key senior roles 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.
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.
Are you ready to be part of our journey at this exciting time?
If you would like to arrange an informal chat before applying, we welcome the chance to speak with you. Email [email protected] 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.
Make a real difference
Alzheimer Scotland’s day opportunities and services specialise in supporting people with dementia and their carers through therapeutic activities designed to help people maintain their skills and stay independent for as long as possible.
Our Centres offer a wide range of activities, including life story work, exercise to music, painting and craft work, musical activities, gardening and baking. We also organise outings based on people's interests such as theatre trips, bowling, parks or other places of interest. Our starting point is always the person living with dementia and how best to engage with things that matter to them.
Margaret, who regularly attends a Centre, shares her story.