NHS Ayrshire & Arran
Chief Officer - Clackmannanshire and Stirling Health and Social Care Partnership
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CRITICAL – Chief Officer: Clackmannanshire and Stirling Health and Social Care Partnership
Salary
Clackmannanshire/Stirling Council: £120,042 (CO38) NHS Forth Valley: £115,682 to £153,149 (Grade F)
This is a rare and high-profile system leadership opportunity within one of Scotland’s most distinctive and complex Health and Social Care Partnerships. Spanning NHS Forth Valley and two local authorities (Clackmannanshire and Stirling), the Chief Officer role ensures integration of health and social care services, delivering person-centred, community support to the people of Clackmannanshire and Stirlingshire.
About the Role
Our vision is to enable people to live full, positive, and independent lives, supported by strong partnership working and outcomes-focused care. We are transforming health and social care by:
- Improving access to services
- Reducing inequalities
- Delivering localised, person-centred care
We are seeking an exceptional, values-driven leader who can: ✔ Navigate complexity ✔ Build strong cross-organisational relationships ✔ Provide visible, compassionate leadership across sectors ✔ Drive system-wide change and shape the future of integrated services
The role offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of communities.
Employment Terms
The successful candidate will be employed by either:
- Clackmannanshire Council
- Stirling Council
- NHS Forth Valley
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Selection of employment terms:
- Candidates must choose one employer (terms differ, cannot combine packages)
- Pay and conditions are organisation-specific (see notes above)
Location
Clackmannanshire and Stirling offer:
- Stunning natural surroundings
- Excellent transport links across Central Scotland
- Rich cultural heritage and modern amenities
Find more details about living and working in the area: 🔗 NHS Forth Valley Jobs
Key Responsibilities
Note: Full duties will be outlined in interviews and final offer.
Requirements & Eligibility
Membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme
• A mandatory requirement for all appointees.
📌 Further details: 🔗 Disclosure Scotland
Sponsorship & Visa Eligibility (for Applicants from Abroad)
- Certificate of Sponsorship (COS) availability: Limited and case-dependent
- Threshholds apply: Sponsorship only if:
- Salary meets Skilled Worker Health & Care Vi-ba-el visa thresholds
- Eligibility assessed post-interview
- Existing Skilled Worker visa holders: Transitioning arrangements may apply
- External Guidoance:
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Working Hours (Agenda for Change Adjustment)
- Full-time: 36 hours weekly (reduced from 37 effective 1 April 2026)
- Part-time: Pro-rata adjustments included with no pay impact
Application Requirements
❌ Prohibited AI/GPT assistance:
- No AI, plagiarised, or pre-generated content tolerated
- All responses must be original (author-reflective) and truthful
- Panel may withdraw applications for non-compliance
Assessment & Application Process
- Shortlisting deadline: Not specified (please submit promptly)
- Assessment Centre: Early September 2026
- Interviews: Thursday, 24 September 2026
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Commitment
NHS Forth Valley is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workforce, and we guarantee interviews to disabled candidates meeting the minimum role requirements.
📞 Accessibility Support Contact: Telephone: 0330 041 4694 Email: recruitment@nhs.net
NHS Scotland upholds its commitment to encouraging diversity in employment.
Note: All communication is conducted via email, so candidates must check spam/junk folders regularly plus Jobtrain accounts for updates.
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