Job Description
Role: Head of Service (Finance)
Location: Commonwealth House, 32 Albion Street, G1 1JH
Contract Status: Temporary up to 12 months
GCC Salary and Hours: Grade 10 LDR2b, £80,390 - £93,276, Hours per week: 35
NHS Salary and Hours: Grade Band 8C, £83,837 - £89,866, Hours per week: 37
Introduction
Delivery of effective and lasting transformation of health and social care services is central to the vision of Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership (GCHSCP). Transformation involves significant changes in how services are planned and delivered, emphasizing partnership with service users and aligning with GCHSCP's values. The goal is to ensure that all users receive appropriate care at the right time and setting throughout their care journey.
Glasgow City HSCP manages an annual budget of £1.6bn. We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and experienced Head of Service (Finance), on a temporary basis up to 6 months, to join the Senior Management Team.
Role Overview
This pivotal role reports directly to the Assistant Chief Officer (Finance) and is responsible for leading the Finance function within Glasgow City HSCP, including preparing annual estimates and accounts. The postholder will collaborate closely with the Directors of Finance for NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde and Glasgow City Council to support financial reporting and planning.
Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will have a strong track record of senior management in Finance within large, complex organizations, such as NHS or Local Government. Essential qualifications include a degree or equivalent and Chartered Membership of CCAB, CIMA, or an overseas equivalent.
Key skills include expertise in finance management, strategy, policy development, service improvement, and financial planning. The candidate must demonstrate effective stakeholder engagement, strategic thinking, integrity, negotiation skills, and the ability to operate in politically sensitive environments.
Additional Information
The role is part of the Glasgow Health and Social Care Partnership. Employment terms depend on whether the candidate is an employee of the Partnership, Glasgow City Council, or NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde.
Interested applicants are encouraged to contact Gillan Hennon, Assistant Chief Officer (Finance), GCHSCP, via email for more information. The application deadline is midnight, Sunday 01 June 2025, with interviews scheduled for the week beginning Monday 09 June 2025.
Recruitment support is provided by Eden Scott, and candidates will be contacted directly through them.
This role complies with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2013 (as amended).
Additional Resources
For more information about Glasgow City HSCP or NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, visit their respective websites. Application packs can be requested in accessible formats by calling 0141 287 1054, with delivery within 3 working days.
Note
Glasgow City Council is currently implementing a new pay and grading structure, which may affect salary details in this advert. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer, committed to equal opportunities for disabled applicants.
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