Advertised from 1 April 2026

Role

Make an impact. Lead with purpose.

Are you passionate about equality, inclusion and creating real opportunities for people to thrive in work and life?

This is a rare opportunity to lead a dynamic team to make real impactful change to the lives of individuals, the business world and the wider community.

About VIAS

Values Into Action Scotland is a small national voluntary organisation who drive quality and opportunity for people with learning disabilities and neurodivergent people. Our vision is for a Scotland where those individuals have the same opportunities as everyone else and are supported to achieve their goals. Through our comprehensive portfolio of supported employment, training, consultancy and evaluation services we build capacity of organisations to ensure that people with learning disabilities and/ or neurodivergent people live great lives with all the support they need to achieve this.

The Role

As Senior Lead Consultant, you will provide strategic leadership and direction for two key VIAS services, ensuring the organisation continues to grow its impact, influence and effectiveness.

You will:

• Support the development and implementation of VIAS’ strategic plan in relation to The Life I Want and Quality projects
• Identify and prioritise the development of complementary income streams
• Build, nurture and progress relationships with strategic partners

This role combines strategic leadership with hands on delivery in a small, committed organisation.

Who We’re Looking For

We are interested in the right person, not a narrow career path.

You may be an experienced practitioner ready for your first management role or someone bringing transferable leadership experience from a related sector.

We’re particularly keen to hear from people who have:

• Previous track record in a business development role primarily in B2B markets
• Experience of negotiating and building effective relationships and partnerships with external organisations
• Knowledge/willingness to learn of the issues and experiences of people with learning disabilities and/or neurodivergence
• Previous experience of writing and submitting successful funding applications and tenders
• Leadership capability with the capacity to collaborate effectively across and out with organisations 
• Product and training development experience

You do not need to meet every criterion to apply — if this role excites you, we encourage you to have a go.

What We Offer

• A meaningful leadership role with national impact
• Competitive salary and contributory pension scheme
• 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Flexible and supportive working culture

Application notes

Contract & Application Details

This post is a permanent contract, subject to the achievement of mutually agreed targets.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact

Joe Scott (Development Lead) on 07944 185582.

To apply, please submit:

• your CV, and
• a covering letter explaining your interest in the role

Video CVs are welcome.

Applications should be sent to: joe.scott@viascotland.org.uk. Please ensure that in your CV you have covered as much of the essential criteria as detailed in the person specification for this post as possible. 

Application timeline

Closing date for applications is Wednesday 22 April 2026.

Interviews will take place on Monday 27/ Tuesday 28 April 2026.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

VIAS is committed to equality and inclusion. We actively welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, skills, experiences and lived experience.

We are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and flexible working arrangements throughout the recruitment process.

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