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The Executive Manager – Adult Learning Disability Services reports to the Director – Community Health & Social Care Services and is a member of both the extended Corporate Management Team of the Council and the Directorate Management Team. The Executive Manager takes collective responsibility along with the Director and other managers for directorate decision taking and support to Elected Members in determining the Council’s overall strategic objectives and priorities.

This is a joint post within the Community Health and Care Partnership management structure with responsibility for NHS services in the areas specified.

Lead, direct and manage an efficient and effective Adult Learning Disability Service in accordance with the Council’s values, objectives, targets and statutory obligations. This includes the following functions: supporting independent living, residential and respite care and health care for those with learning disabilities.

Provide professional advice to the Council, Chief Executive and Director and to ensure the Council fulfils all statutory requirements and implements policies in respect of Adult Learning Disability Services.

More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert.

Additional Information

The grade of this post is P
Salaryshown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £2,859 per annum
Permanent Full Time post for 37.0 Hours per Week , 52.18 weeks per year
Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made
The successful candidate will have to complete registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) when they begin in post
If you require UK visa sponsorship please state this in your application. We will assess your suitability for the role and whether the vacancy is likely to meet the criteria for UK visa sponsorship.
Politically Restricted Post - this post is designated under the terms of the Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act 2009, and the postholder is restricted as to the undertaking of political activity
A relocation package does apply to this post
We will pay interview expenses from within the UK
You must have the ability to travel throughout Shetland at short notice and where public transport is limited
We are happy to talk flexible working

During the application process you are required to give the names of two persons not related to you, who we can contact to provide a reference to support your application.

This post is based at Montfield Office Block, Lerwick.

For further details relating to this post, please contact: Josephine Robinson, Director, on 01595 744343 or e-mail jo.robinson@shetland.gov.uk

If you have a disability which prevents you from applying online, please call 01595 744032.

Information about Shetland

Shetland is an archipelago in the north of the British Isles where you'll find freedom, wildlife and wild beauty, but also a rich culture and dynamic, forward-looking society. The Islands have a thriving and diverse economy full of opportunities and offer residents the ideal work/life balance. Shetland combines stunning coastal landscapes and wide open spaces with friendly, bustling island communities. Factor in Shetland's impressive modern amenities, highly regarded schools and the Islands offer a work life balance rarely found elsewhere.

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Living and working in Shetland: here

The Shetland Islands Council: here