Joint National Lead for Partners for Integration (PFI)

Do you believe in the power of collaboration to transform care?Are you able to CONNECT, INFLUENCE AND LEADacross 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 RoleHosted 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 ScotlandAct as a key national connector between independent care providers, Scottish Government, NHS Boards, Local Authorities and third sector partnersInfluence policy and practice to ensure that the independent sector plays a central and equal role in integration and reformSupport the development of innovative models of care, new pathways and system transformationChampion the voice of the sector, ensuring it reflects the experiences of providers, workforce, people supported and unpaid carersEvidence the impact of the PFI programme in improving outcomes, quality and sustainabilityAbout YouWe are seeking individuals who bring:Significant leadership experience at a senior level within health, social care or related systemsA strong understanding of health and social care integration in Scotland, including policy and operational realitiesProven ability to influence at national and system level, engaging effectively with government, regulators and partnersExceptional communication, facilitation and relationship-building skillsA commitment to human rights-based, person-led care and ethical system transformationExperience working with or within the independent social care sector will be advantageous.The OpportunityThis 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 ArrangementsThis is a national role, based from home with significant travel across Scotland as required.Flexible working arrangements are supported., None specified