Advertised from 29 May 2026

Role

Do you believe in the power of collaboration to transform care?

Are you able to CONNECT, INFLUENCE AND LEAD across complex systems?

Do you want to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of integrated health and social care in Scotland?

This is a unique opportunity to join Scottish Care as one of the Joint National Leads for Partners for Integration (PFI) - a programme that sits at the heart of ensuring that the independent social care sector is fully recognised, valued and embedded within Scotland’s evolving system of integrated care.

About the Role

Hosted by Scottish Care, the Joint National Lead will provide national leadership for the PFI programme, working across Scotland’s Health and Social Care Partnerships (HSCPs), national bodies and key stakeholders.

The postholder will:

• Provide strategic leadership to the PFI network of Independent Sector Leads across Scotland
• Act as a key national connector between independent care providers, Scottish Government, NHS Boards, Local Authorities and third sector partners
• Influence policy and practice to ensure that the independent sector plays a central and equal role in integration and reform
• Support the development of innovative models of care, new pathways and system transformation
• Champion the voice of the sector, ensuring it reflects the experiences of providers, workforce, people supported and unpaid carers
• Evidence the impact of the PFI programme in improving outcomes, quality and sustainability

About You

We are seeking individuals who bring:

• Significant leadership experience at a senior level within health, social care or related systems
• A strong understanding of health and social care integration in Scotland, including policy and operational realities
• Proven ability to influence at national and system level, engaging effectively with government, regulators and partners
• Exceptional communication, facilitation and relationship-building skills
• A commitment to human rights-based, person-led care and ethical system transformation
• Experience working with or within the independent social care sector will be advantageous.

The Opportunity

This is a role of both influence and impact - an opportunity to shape how Scotland understands, values and delivers social care within an integrated system.

You will lead national conversations, support local innovation, and ensure that collaboration is not just an ambition but a lived reality across Scotland.

Location and Working Arrangements

This is a national role, based from home with significant travel across Scotland as required.

Flexible working arrangements are supported.

Application notes

To request an application pack, please visit the Scottish Care website or contact:

Tracy Doyle at pfi@scottishcare.org

To discuss the role, please contact Professor Donald Macaskill at pfi@scottishcare.org

Key Dates

Closing date: 12 noon on Friday 19th June 2026

Interviews: Thursday 25th June 2026 and will be held in person - Scottish Care, Building 372 Ground Floor Offices, 22-27 Alpha Freight, Glasgow Prestwick Airport, Prestwick, KA9 2QA

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