The Scottish Government
Appointment of Members to the Board of the Care Inspectorate
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The role of a board member
As a Board Member, you will contribute to setting the strategic direction of the organisation, providing constructive scrutiny and supporting effective governance. You will bring your skills and experience to help ensure the organisation continues to deliver impact, uphold people’s rights and drive improvement across the sector.
We value very highly the benefits of having different experience and points of view on our Boards and we are keen that people from all walks of life apply for public appointments. Scottish Ministers particularly welcome applications from women, disabled people, LGBTI+ people, people from ethnic minority communities and people aged under 50.
Remuneration
- Members receive £214 per day.
- Travel and subsistence allowances are also payable.
- The appointments are not pensionable.
Time commitment
- The time commitment is up to two days per month.
Appointment details
- The appointment will be for up to 4 years at the end of which Scottish Ministers may consider reappointing you for a further term.
- A non-executive member’s total period of appointment will not exceed eight years.
Location
- There are four formal Board Meetings per year usually held in the organisation’s headquarters in Dundee, however, meetings can occasionally be held elsewhere.
- Board meetings are held in public. In recent times, meetings have been held virtually. Although, going forward, the expectation is that the work will be a blend of virtual and physical meetings, a physical presence will be required to be able to carry out the full range of Board activities.
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Skills And Experience
- Financial Leadership and Governance
- Motivation and demonstrates the Care Inspectorate Values
- Decision making and governance
- Communication, influencing and challenge
For full information on the appointments please read the Application Information Pack.
Applicants for public appointments
- Must be legally entitled to work in the UK.
Interviews
- Interviews will be held on 27th & 28th October 2026.
- The selection panel will be as flexible as is possible to ensure that no candidates are disadvantaged by the arrangements put in place.
Further information
- If you would like to discuss this role informally and confidentially, you are welcome to contact Jackie Irvine, Chief Executive by email: jackie.irvine@careinspectorate.gov.scot
How To Apply
Full details on how to apply, and the evidence that should be submitted at the application stage, are set out in the Applicant Information Pack.
- Completed applications must be submitted by 17:00 on 11th September 2026.
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About Public Appointments
Public appointments are made by Scottish Ministers. The appointments process is regulated by the Ethical Standards Commissioner you can find out more about the Commissioner here: [Public appointments | Ethical Standards Commissioner](Public appointments | Ethical Standards Commissioner)
Equality Statement
Scottish Ministers value highly the benefits of diverse Public Body Boards. People from all walks of life are encouraged to apply for public appointments.
Find out more about our commitment to diversity and how we offer and support recruitment adjustments for anyone who needs them.
If you have a disability and require an adjustment at any stage of the public appointments process, please get in touch with the Scottish Government, Public Appointments Team by email at public.appointments@gov.scot.
Further Information
- FAQs about the application process is here: [Public Appointments - Frequently Asked Questions](Public Appointments - Frequently Asked Questions)
- Guidance to support applicants is here: [Public appointments - gov.scot (www.gov.scot)](Public appointments - gov.scot (www.gov.scot))
- If you experience any difficulties, please contact the Public Appointments Team by email at Public.appointments@gov.scot.
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