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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Acute ServicesPost: Chief Allied Health Professional, North SectorSalary: Agenda for Change Band 8C: £90,808- £97,338 per annumTenure: PermanentHours: 36 hours Base: Glasgow Royal InfirmaryRelocation Package where appropriateNHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) has made significant progress in its transformation journey in recent years. We are entering the next phase of our improvement programme and these are exciting times for the organisation. NHSGGC is recognised for delivering modern, high-quality patient care and progressive medicine. It is therefore vital that we continue to attract, develop and retain talented, public service-focused people, both locally and internationally.The Acute Division, within which the North Sector sits, delivers a significant proportion of NHSGGC healthcare services. We are seeking to appoint a Chief Allied Health Professional (AHP) for the North Sector. This key post will be accountable for the strategic and operational leadership, delivery and development of the service, supporting NHSGGC and the North Sector to deliver our aims for Better Care, Better Health, Better Workplace and Better Value.This is a senior strategic and operational role requiring a visible and inclusive leadership style, underpinned by the experience and values necessary to lead and support the organisation. You will demonstrate strong influencing and leadership skills, with significant senior-level AHP experience and operational management expertise within a healthcare setting (or an equivalent complex environment). You will be able to inspire confidence and respect, and lead effectively within a politically sensitive and demanding context. A proven track record of high-quality service delivery is essential.Allied Health Profession services in the North Sector of NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde employ approximately 100 whole-time equivalent (WTE) staff across a range of specialties. The recurring budget is £6.5m.The Chief AHP is responsible for professional leadership, development and standards, and for clinical service delivery across all Allied Health Professionals within the North Sector.The post holder will provide strategic leadership and operational management for AHP services and will be accountable to the Director for delegated management and control of resources within the defined service area. The post holder will deliver agreed business and clinical performance targets in accordance with local, regional and national objectives for the North Sector and the Acute Operating Division.The post holder will provide operational support to the Director to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of safe patient care, clinical governance and performance standards. The post holder will contribute to the wider delivery of the business and clinical service agenda and will hold direct line management responsibility for team leads within the service area and will be expected to contribute to the duty manager on call rota.The Chief AHP will work collaboratively within services and across service boundaries to support a whole-system approach. Key relationships will include General Managers, Clinical Service Managers, Lead Nurses, Clinical Directors and Lead Clinicians, as well as colleagues across a wide range of specialties.The successful candidate will have extensive AHP leadership experience and will be a strategic thinker, able to work at pace across complex services. You will have significant experience of working at senior management and/or Board level within a large and complex NHS, health and social care, or equivalent organisation.You will have a strong understanding of the role of AHPs in delivering safe and effective services, and experience of working in partnership to deliver sustainable change. You will also have demonstrable experience of leading service improvement.Applications from candidates in comparable public and private sector organisations are welcome. We are seeking an exceptional individual with resilience, political acumen and strategic vision, together with the leadership and delivery skills required to make a positive impact both internally and externally.Key to success in this role will be the ability to contribute to a strong, patient-focused culture that encourages initiative, accountability and open communication. You will bring broad general management experience, with evidence of delivering against performance expectations while maintaining a clear focus on high-quality patient care.If you are motivated by the challenges this opportunity presents and believe you have the skills, experience and qualities required, we welcome your application. All applications will be considered carefully.NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of our diverse workforce. Applications are welcome from UK, EEA and non-EEA candidates.If you would like to find out more about this role before applying, please contact Neil McCallum, Director North Sector, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, on 0141 201 8565, or email neil.mccallum@nhs.scot for a confidential discussion.Please note that the recruitment process for shortlisted candidates will include a pre-interview assessment stage prior to formal interview. This may include a written assessment exercise, psychometric assessment and/or a peer review panel.If you would like to find out more about this role before applying, please contact Neil McCallum, Director North Sector, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde on 0141 201 8565 or email: neil.mccallum@nhs.scot for a confidential discussion Candidates should note that the recruitment process for short listed candidates will include a pre-interview assessment stage prior to formal interview. This may include written assessment exercise, psychometric assessments, peer review panel.NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde- NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have. NHSGGC recognise the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and the tenure is listed as ‘various’, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements and this will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.Relevant HR policies on our .By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognisingmilitary skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process:For application portal/log-in issues, please contact in the first instance.
