Role Summary
The Council has corporate responsibility for ensuring SSSC fulfils the aims and objectives set by Scottish Ministers; and for promoting effective and accountable governance. The overall role of a Council Member is to provide strategic leadership and direction focused on agreed outcomes.
The successful appointee will be given a training plan, continuous support and mentorship within the Council. This includes the opportunity to participate in a ‘buddying’ programme where you will be paired up with another Council Member, allowing you to gain insight, knowledge and aid you in performing in the role.
Responsibilities
Public Appointees are responsible for:
Further information about the role and the board can be found in the Applicant Information Pack.
ROLE CRITERIA
We are seeking someone who can meet the following criteria:
Priority criteria
Alongside The Essential Criteria Of
Before you start your application please download the Applicant Information Pack.
The applicants who most closely meet the requirements being sought will be invited to the final assessment stage. The scheduled date is 20 May 2026 in Dundee.
The closing date for applications is 17:00 on Thursday 16 April 2026.
REMUNERATION AND TIME COMMITMENT
This position attracts a remuneration rate of £220 per day and Members are expected to give a commitment of a minimum of 3 days a month on council business, some of which may be in the evenings or weekends. This appointment is for 3 years commencing from early August 2026.
EQUALITY STATEMENT
Scottish Ministers value highly the benefits of diverse Public Body Boards. People from all walks of life are encouraged to apply for public appointments.
Find out more about our commitment to diversity and how we offer and support recruitment adjustments for anyone who needs them.
FURTHER INFORMATION
You can listen to the current Convener of the SSSC talk about the Council’s work by clicking here.
For further information regarding the Scottish Social Services Council, please email Peter Murray, Convener, SSSC at Peter.Murray@sssc.uk.com.
Find out more about public appointments here: Public appointments
If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the appointments process or further support with your application, please contact the Public Appointments Team by email at public.appointments@gov.scot.
About Us
Public appointments are made by Scottish Ministers. The appointments process is regulated by the Ethical Standards Commissioner you can find out more about the Commissioner here: Public appointments | Ethical Standards Commissioner.
About Us
Public appointments are made by Scottish Ministers. The appointments process is regulated by the Ethical Standards Commissioner you can find out more about the Commissioner here: Public appointments | Ethical Standards Commissioner
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