Head of Services

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Join us to make sure nobody faces dementia alone

Our charity

Alzheimer Scotland is Scotland’s leading charity for dementia and brain health. We are Scotland’s national dementia charity. Our aims are to prevent, care and cure dementia, and to make sure nobody faces dementia alone.

We are a member‑led charity with more than 8,000 members. We are supported by over 500 volunteers, and employ around 400 full‑time and part‑time staff, mainly in our direct service provision across Scotland. We are fully committed to Fair Work First and the support and development of our people.

We are at a highly exciting stage in the reshaping of our services as we build sustainable, resilient, therapeutic, and inclusive registered day care and commissioned community supports of the highest quality that can maximise our resources and potential growth opportunities.

We are seeking applicants with a proven track record in leadership within a health and social care service (or related) background to work in this key senior role and make a positive difference to the lives of people living with dementia, those at greater risk of dementia, and the families and friends who care for someone with dementia.

Based in Inverness, the role will lead and manage local teams in a variety of locations and services across the Highlands and Aberdeen, and Aberdeenshire. Full details about the role are provided in the job description available through the link provided.

You will have the right level of personal qualities, experience, knowledge and qualifications, demonstrate excellent leadership qualities and high levels of emotional intelligence, with experience of managing people, supporting staff development and promoting a positive culture. You will be an excellent communicator, highly organised with a collaborative approach to working with others to deliver shared objectives and drive continuous improvement in our practice.

You will have a high‑level knowledge and understanding of dementia and substantial experience in the management and delivery of services and hold a relevant practice qualification to meet the Scottish Social Services Council registered management requirements. Further details are provided in the person specification provided.

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. Applicants must complete the form on our website (available via the Apply button) to be considered for this role. CV applications will not be considered.

The closing date for applications is Monday 19th January 2026

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to interview on Monday 26th January 2026

The successful applicant must hold relevant proof of right to work in the UK, a valid UK driving license and may be subject to a criminal check through Disclosure Scotland.

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