This is an Expression of Interest (EOI) opportunity, available on a lateral move basis only. Applications are open to Core Scottish Government employees only.
Job Title - Team Leader - Mental Health and Service Renewal
Business Area/Directorate - We are seeking a high-performing and ambitious leader for the new Service Renewal Team which will sit within Improving Mental Health Services Division, Mental Health and Social Care & National Care Service Directorate.
Location - St Andrews House / Atlantic Quay
Working Arrangement – Staff in roles compatible with hybrid working should aim to spend 40% of their contracted working time working in person at their contractual workplace. More information can be found within Hybrid Working Policy
Grade-C1
Advert type- Level Transfer only
Duration- Permanent
Eligibility - Expressions of interest are invited from substantive colleagues on level transfer from Core SG only.
Sponsorship: Skilled Worker sponsorship is not available for this role. As a result, we are unable to appoint candidates who require Skilled Worker sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must have an existing and ongoing right to work in the UK.
Overview
This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role, in partnership with delivery partners, to ensure people across Scotland can access mental health services and neurodevelopmental support - at the right time, and in the right place. You will make a significant contribution to achieving the vision and outcomes set out in the Mental Health & Wellbeing Strategy, and directly work on renewal priorities across mental health, as set out in the forthcoming Mental Health and Wellbeing Delivery Plan. This work will be aligned to the Public Service Reform, Health and Social Renewal Framework and the Population Health Framework.
This post is key to the delivery of mental health service renewal. In particular, the post will be responsible for 2 key deliverables, supporting the development of the third deliverable, a blueprint, and the longer term implementation of the renewal priorities to drive improvement across the system. The successful candidate will work in partnership with units across the three Mental Health divisions to deliver a mental health population needs assessment and mental health quality indicators. The post holder will need to be confident in developing relationships with senior leaders in health, local government and the third sector, to ensure that the renewal work takes into account the roles of each part of our mental health and wellbeing system, as well as working alongside Ministers, senior officials, professional advisers, NHS Boards and delivery partners to support implementation.
This is a new team, and there is considerable scope for a motivated and dynamic Team Leader to scope the work required and shape the work of the team accordingly. The team will also be responsible for ensuring that the learning and work from Mental Health and Adults With Incapacity programme supports the development of the new renewal activities. The team comprises a C1 (this post) and 2 x B3s. You will have line management responsibility for the 2 x B3s. You will also have support from a wider matrix project team and professional advisers.
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Team Leader – Mental Health Service Renewal employer: Scottish Government OGD Recruitment
The Scottish Government offers a dynamic and supportive work environment for its Finance Manager role, located at the vibrant Atlantic Quay. With a strong emphasis on employee development and a hybrid working policy, staff enjoy a balanced work-life integration while contributing to meaningful public service. The culture fosters collaboration and innovation, making it an excellent place for professionals seeking to grow their careers in finance within the public sector.
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Scottish Government OGD Recruitment Recruitment Team
