About the Role
The Allied Health Professional Manager will have professional and managerial responsibility of the Allied health, social work, bereavement and wellbeing services for Lothians.
As the Allied Healthcare Professional Manager, you will be responsible for the leadership and operational oversight of a multidisciplinary team comprising:
* Physiotherapists
* Occupational Therapists
* Social Worker
* Rehabilitation Assistants
This role will be responsible for the safe and effective delivery of these services and will also have a responsibility for oversight of the team\'s caseloads and will be required to support clinical practice at times.
The role will be required to work closely with the whole MDT in Lothian and the senior management team to support service growth and development. The role includes responsibility for quality improvement, clinical governance, and the management of incidents, complaints, and concerns within these services.
You will work closely with the Senior Management Group and report directly to the Clinical Services Lead. You may be required to deputise for the Clinical Services Lead in their absence, contributing to strategic planning and service development.
What you’ll be doing
* Lead and support a diverse multidisciplinary team across inpatient, community, and wellbeing services and outpatients
* Provide oversight of caseloads and ensure effective coordination of care
* Drive quality improvement initiatives and uphold governance standards
* Manage service-related incidents, complaints, and concerns with professionalism and sensitivity
* Collaborate with senior leadership and deputise for the Clinical Services Manager when required
* Promote a culture of compassionate, person-centred care for patients and families
Contract: Permanent Full Time 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday
Benefits You’ll Love
* Annual leave allowance 25 days plus 10 public holidays (pro rata)
* Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave
* Industry leading training programmes
* Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work
* Defined contribution schemes for Pension
* Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
* Introduce a friend scheme
* Help with eyecare cost
* Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card
* Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme
* Life assurance – for all employees
What we’re looking for
* We welcome applications from professionals across a range of disciplines, including Allied Health Professionals, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Counsellors, and other relevant health and social care backgrounds
* Current registration with the appropriate professional regulatory body
* A full UK driving licence and access to a car
* Minimum 3 years’ senior management experience in a health or social care setting
* Proven experience supporting individuals and families through change and loss
* Strong background in Quality Assurance and Governance
* A collaborative leadership style with the ability to inspire and support teams through change
Please see the full job description here:
Application Process
Close date for applications: Monday 22nd September 2025
Interview Dates: TBC
As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.
For further information or to arrange an informal chat please contact our Hiring Manager Jennifer Gallagher Clinical Services Manager at Jennifer.gallaher@mariecurie.org.uk
Additional Information
Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.
We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.
Reasonable adjustments to our standard process can be accommodated. Should you require any reasonable adjustments please contact our Talent Acquisition team by emailing recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Non-profit Organizations, Hospitals and Health Care, and Public Health
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