Executive Lead

Description:

We are currently operating under Stage 3 escalation of the NHS Scotland Performance Framework for Mental Health Services. But we’re not standing still - we’re on a clear and demonstrable improvement journey. With full backing from our Chief Executive, Executive Leadership Team, NHS Board the conditions are set for transformational change. What we need now is a dynamic, experienced leader to drive this forward, in partnership with the Executive Team, staff, patients and Partners, over the next 23 months.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for a strategic, collaborative executive who:
 

• Has led large-scale, complex services with measurable impact
• Delivers transformational change with pace, clarity, and accountability
• Embodies NHS Scotland values and champions public service
• Builds strong partnerships with patients, families, carers, communities and multi-agency partners
• A passion for driving improvement in Mental Health and Learning Disability Services and a commitment to Integration.
   

Why This Role Matters

This Is One Of The First Service Areas Seeking To Fully Implement The NHS Scotland Health & Social Care Service Renewal Framework - a Bold Vision For Person-centred, Trauma-informed, Digitally Enabled Care. You’ll Help Shape Services That Are
 

• Proactive and preventative
• Rooted in lived experience and community collaboration
• Data-driven and equitable
• Focused on staff wellbeing and innovation in crisis response
   

You’ll also lead the development of a sustainable future model for Tayside, aligned with:
 

• Health & Social Care Integration
• The Population Health Framework
• The National Mental Health Strategy (Children & Young People, Adults, Older Adults, Psychology, and Specialist Services for both Mental Health and Learning Disability Services)
   

Your Role at the Executive Level

As Chief Officer/Executive Director, you will report directly to the Chief Executive and serve as a corporate leader within the Executive Team. You’ll contribute to NHS Tayside Board governance, participate in on-call duties, and help shape strategic decisions that impact the entire organisation.