Deputy Director of Finance AfC Band 8c plus a High Secure Environmental Allowance of £1,750.47 per annum. Hours* – 37 Contract Duration – Permanent Are you ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of one of Scotland’s most unique healthcare environments? We are seeking an exceptional leader to join our team as Deputy Director of Finance. This is a rare opportunity to influence strategic decision-making and ensure financial sustainability in a highly specialised setting. What You’ll Do Lead and develop the finance team to deliver high-quality, reliable financial services. Drive strategic financial planning and resource management. Ensure compliance with NHS financial policies and legislation. Contribute to organisational leadership and transformation. What We’re Looking For Professional Accountancy Qualification (or equivalent degree/specialist training). Extensive experience in senior finance roles, ideally within the NHS or public sector. Expert knowledge of NHS financial policies, accounting procedures, and relevant legislation. Proven track record in financial management, strategic leadership, and staff development. Why Join Us? Be part of a forward-thinking leadership team. Influence decisions that directly impact patient care and service delivery. Enjoy a supportive environment committed to innovation and excellence. Ready to make a difference? Apply now and help us shape the future of finance at the State Hospital Closing Date – The closing date for applications is Tuesday 11th November 2025. For an informal discussion please contact Robin McNaught, Director of Finance and eHealth, 01555 842004. If you have any queries or require assistance regarding the application form or recruitment process, please contact the HR Team on tsh.jobs@nhs.scot to discuss your requirements. Please note we anticipate a high level of interest in this position therefore we may close the vacancy prior to the closing date once a sufficient amount of applications are received. Please ensure you complete and submit your online application at an early stage to avoid disappointment. NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society. It should be noted that the State Hospital is a high secure hospital and the current organisational position based on a risk assessment is that we welcome applications from people under the age of 18 for non clinical roles however to be eligible for a clinical role applicants should be 18 years and older. Should you have any questions in relation to this please contact TSH.Jobs@nhs.scot Right to Work – To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. As part of the pre-employment checks for a preferred candidate, NHS Scotland Boards will check this entitlement to work in the UK. It can be evidenced through a number of routes including specific types of visa, and settled and pre-settled status. To find out more about these routes of permission, and if you can demonstrate such cover, please refer to the GOV.UK website here. For specific types of post, it might be possible to secure sponsorship via a UK Skilled Worker/Health & Care Worker Visa. However, this is only possible if the employer is a licenced Sponsor, and if the post does not fall below the current minimum salary threshold or ‘going rate’. Further information on these criteria can be found here. Please note that the State Hospital is NOT licensed to issue certificates of sponsorship under current UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) regulations. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship to work with us. It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you have an appropriate right to work in the UK BEFORE applying. Reduced Working Week* From 1 April 2026, the working week for NHS Agenda for Change staff in Scotland will reduce from 37 to 36 hours for full-time employees. Part-time staff will receive a pro-rata reduction in hours, with no loss of earnings. The State Hospital is committed to implementing this change; however, it may not be possible to fully transition on 1 April in all areas. In some departments, implementation may take longer to ensure patient safety and service continuity. If your department cannot safely accommodate the reduced hours from 1 April, you may be required to continue working 37.5 hours per week (pro-rata for part-time staff) until adjustments can be made. You will, of course, be remunerated accordingly. Our priority is to implement the 36-hour working week across all areas as soon as it is safe and practical to do so.