Head of Services

Alzscot; Inverness; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity for dementia and brain health in Inverness is seeking a qualified leader to manage local teams and enhance community support services. This permanent role demands excellent communication, emotional intelligence, and proven management experience in health and social care. The successful candidate will help transform services for those living with dementia. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive difference in people's lives and support dedicated staff in delivering high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Must hold relevant proof of right to work in the UK.
• Valid UK driving license required.
• Experience in managing and delivering health and social care services.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage local teams across the Highlands, Aberdeen, and Aberdeenshire.
• Support staff development and promote a positive culture.
• Drive continuous improvement in practice.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Emotional intelligence

Education

Relevant practice qualification

Job description

Contract: 1 Position, Permanent, 35 hours per week

Location: Inverness based

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 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.

The role

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.

The person

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.

Are you ready to be part of our journey at this exciting time?

For a full job description and person specification please see the attachments section of this advert. Our recruitment site at If you would like to arrange an informal chat before applying, we welcome the chance to speak with you. Email

Requirements

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.

Closing

The closing date for applications is Monday 19 January 2026. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to interview on Monday 26 January 2026.