Head of Access and Planned Care Transformation

NHS Scotland

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Who We Are

NHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

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Position

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Access and Planned Care Transformation based at Ailsa Hospital. This post is offered on a permanent basis.

Hours

36 hours per week.

From 1 April 2026, the working week for NHS Agenda for Change staff in Scotland will be reduced. Full-time hours will reduce from 37 to 36 hours (pro rata for part-time staff) without loss of earnings.

What You Will Do

NHSA&A are seeking an exceptional individual for the role of Head of Access and Planned Care Transformation. You will have an in-depth knowledge of Access Targets for planned care, access collaborative initiatives, modernising outpatient programme and significant experience in providing innovative solutions towards meeting organisational objectives within a high quality patient care environment. This will includes the ability to manage change and deliver improvements in access targets and planned care.

The ideal applicant will demonstrate experience of working within a large, complex organisation, and have a proven track record of working with senior managers and clinicians. They will be able to operate under pressure and have an in-depth knowledge and experience of clinical services and financial management.

For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description.

Knowledge, Training And/or Experience Required For This Post

You will utilise your excellent communication skills to work with internal and external stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes, and be able to influence staff to provide high quality patient care. You must demonstrate the ability to earn the confidence and respect of staff and partners in order to develop a positive culture which encourages initiative, and open communication.

The post will be based at Cassilis House, Ailsa Hospital, although travel between NHSA&A sites will be required.

This is a great opportunity in an exciting role for individuals who want to be part of reshaping acute care for the future and being part of a team where people matter while contributing to NHSA&A’s reform of its services via the Caring for Ayrshire programme.

For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification.

If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Vicki Campbell, Director of Acute Services, Vicki.Campbell@aapct.scot.nhs.uk

Right to Work / Certificates of Sponsorship

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It is essential that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored before submitting your application form.

NHS Ayrshire & Arran may be able to offer visa sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. When considering if a post meets the salary threshold for sponsorship, please note the salary advertised is based on a full-time contract and must be pro-rated for part-time positions. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case-by-case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre-employment checks.

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We are unable to provide sponsorship for Band 2 posts or bank contracts.

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