Mid-Argyll Community Hospital and Integrated Care Centre
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Senior Manager Mental Health Services
Location: Argyll and Bute Health and Social Care Partnership
Make a Difference Where It Matters Most
An exciting and rare opportunity has arisen for a passionate, experienced, and visionary leader to join Argyll and Bute Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP) as a Senior Manager for Mental Health Services.
This is a key leadership role, offering the chance to shape and drive strategic and operational improvements across a diverse and rural geography.
About the Role
As Senior Manager, you will:
- Provide strategic and operational leadership for all Adult Mental Health and Addictions services across Argyll and Bute.
- Lead integrated, multi-disciplinary teams delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
- Drive service transformation, innovation, and redesign in line with national policy and local priorities.
- Ensure robust governance, performance management, and financial oversight.
- Collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders including NHS Highland, Argyll and Bute Council, third sector partners, and service users.
This role is pivotal in delivering on the HSCPs vision: Helping people in Argyll and Bute live longer, healthier, happier, and more independent lives.
What Were Looking For
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate leader who:
- Has significant senior management experience in health and/or social care, ideally within Mental Health or Addictions services.
- Holds a relevant professional qualification (Social Work, Nursing, AHP) and is registered with the appropriate regulatory body (SSSC, NMC, HCPC).
- Demonstrates a deep understanding of integrated care, recovery-focused practice, and trauma-informed approaches.
- Is skilled in strategic planning, change management, and stakeholder engagement.
- Brings a strong track record of delivering service improvements and managing complex budgets.
Why Join Us?
- Lead meaningful change in a unique and beautiful part of Scotland.
- Work with committed professionals in a supportive and forward-thinking partnership.
- Gain invaluable experience in a senior leadership role with regional and national impact.
- Be part of a team that values compassion, integrity, innovation, and collaboration.
Informal enquiries welcome, please contact Nicola Gillespie, Head of Service, Complex Care and Registered
email: ie2@
What is it like to work for the Health and Social Care Partnership in Argyll and Bute?
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