via Indeed · 14 September 2026 ·5 days ago

Social Care Strategy Lead

ScottishPrisonService
Edinburgh Temporary
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About The Role

The Social Care Strategy Lead provides strategic leadership, direction and oversight of SPS Policy areas and interventions within the scope of social care and wellbeing interventions which are designed to address identified risk and needs of the range of population groups within our care.

They will provide expert knowledge and advice on adult social care, ensuring pathways are developed that support the needs of those in our care and on transition in to the community. They will have a key role in scoping current delivery and work with key stakeholders leading Prison Social Care. The post will be supported by a project Policy manager. This post is fixed term and open to secondment, applicants are asked to ensure support from their host organisation.

The role holder will work with other senior stakeholders across; Directorates, Establishments, Scottish Government and partner agencies in the collaborative development and implementation of policy, practice and interventions designed to (1\) maximise opportunity for meaningful engagement and participation whilst individuals are in our care and (2\) enhance and maximise their capacity for subsequent successful reintegration into the community.### About Us

The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) operates in a fascinating, complex and rapidly changing environment. Our vision is to help build a safer Scotland by unlocking potential and transforming lives. To enable us to successfully deliver our vision, we are committed to nurturing and investing in our greatest strength and resource: Our People.

We are proud to employ a diverse range of people; each contributing their own unique experiences and skills to enhance the service we deliver. Whatever the role, you will find your SPS experience both challenging and rewarding. You will be committed to helping us to achieve our goals and in return we will be committed to helping you to achieve yours.

We employ approximately 5,000 staff across our prisons, headquarters, college, and training and storage facility. The hard work of our staff is the most critical component in the successful delivery of Scotland’s prison system.

We need professional, capable and motivated individuals who reflect Scotland’s diversity to deliver effective and efficient activities and services to achieve our Mission and realise our Vision.

Whatever SPS profession you embark upon, you will be a valued member of the team, helping us build a Safer Scotland for the communities we serve. We are committed to your personal and professional development and offer a wide range of career progression opportunities.

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