Are you an experienced Health & Social care professional who's ready to take your next step on your leadership journey?
If you'd like the opportunity to lead an established team, shape the future of a support service and make a genuine difference to the lives of people with learning disabilities, then we've got the perfect opportunity for you!
We're looking for an experienced and passionate Service Lead to join us on a temporary basis to cover maternity leave (approximately 12 months) on a full-time basis (39 hours per week).
As Service Lead, you’ll play a key role in leading our Community Support services in West Dunbartonshire.
Working as part of a supportive management team, you’ll provide strong leadership, coaching and direction to your team, ensuring the people we support receive consistently high-quality, person-centred support.
Reporting to our Associate Director, you’ll have the opportunity to:
Lead and develop a dedicated team of Lead Practitioners and Support Practitioners
Drive continuous improvement across the service
Promote a culture of high-quality, person-centred support
Ensure the people we support are empowered to achieve their goals, develop their independence and live the life they choose
Work collaboratively with other Service Leads and Lead Practitioners within the branch to share learning and best practice
Build positive relationships with colleagues, families, professionals and the wider community
Take on Registered Manager responsibilities, providing an opportunity to further develop your leadership experience
This is a role where your leadership will have a direct and meaningful impact.
You’ll join an established, friendly team who share a passion for providing excellent support; helping the people we support get the most out of life.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Service Lead (Health & Social Care)
Company: Cornerstone (Aberdeen)
Salary: £35,166 to £35,166 a year
Hours: Full-time
Location: Dumbarton
Working pattern: On-site
Job type: Temporary
Posting date: 18 Sept 2026
Closing date: 29 Sept 2026
Summary
Are you an experienced Health & Social care professional who's ready to take your next step on your leadership journey?
If you'd like the opportunity to lead an established team, shape the future of a support service and make a genuine difference to the lives of people with learning disabilities, then we've got the perfect opportunity for you!
We're looking for an experienced and passionate Service Lead to join us on a temporary basis to cover maternity leave (approximately 12 months) on a full-time basis (39 hours per week).
As Service Lead, you’ll play a key role in leading our Community Support services in West Dunbartonshire.
Working as part of a supportive management team, you’ll provide strong leadership, coaching and direction to your team, ensuring the people we support receive consistently high-quality, person-centred support.
Reporting to our Associate Director, you’ll have the opportunity to:
Lead and develop a dedicated team of Lead Practitioners and Support Practitioners
Drive continuous improvement across the service
Promote a culture of high-quality, person-centred support
Ensure the people we support are empowered to achieve their goals, develop their independence and live the life they choose
Work collaboratively with other Service Leads and Lead Practitioners within the branch to share learning and best practice
Build positive relationships with colleagues, families, professionals and the wider community
Take on Registered Manager responsibilities, providing an opportunity to further develop your leadership experience
This is a role where your leadership will have a direct and meaningful impact.
You’ll join an established, friendly team who share a passion for providing excellent support; helping the people we support get the most out of life.
About Disability Confident
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Read more in Dumbarton employer: Cornerstone (Aberdeen)
At Cornerstone, we pride ourselves on creating a supportive and empowering work environment where every team member can thrive. With no uniform policy, generous annual leave, and access to funded qualifications through our award-winning Training Academy, we ensure that our Support Practitioners not only make a meaningful impact in the lives of those they support but also enjoy personal and professional growth. Located in Aberdeen, our culture of teamwork and inclusivity makes us an excellent employer for those looking to make a real difference every day.
