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Top job! Head of Health and Social Care

  • Full time
  • £40,000
  • On site: Glenrothes – with options to work regularly from other FVA locations
  • Closing 26th March 2026


  • Advertised from 12th March 2026
  • 35 hours per week, but part-time hours may be considered. Working pattern can be flexible across the working week to meet the needs of the role

Role

Do you want to play a key role in ensuring that health and social care activity in Fife has the maximum impact for the people of Fife?

Fife Voluntary Action is seeking a Head of Health and Social Care who will be the strategic lead for health and social care policy and activity for FVA. You will work closely and collaboratively with statutory and third sector partners across health and social care to achieve high quality outcomes that make a positive difference in the lives of people in Fife.

In this role, you will:

  • Chair Fife’s Third Sector Health and Social Care, Mental Health, and Carers Providers Forums, developing and supporting activity to enable voices to be heard in shaping service design and delivery in Fife.
  • Actively identify actions to build capacity and address gaps in health and social care provision.
  • Proactively build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders at all levels to understand national and local challenges and emerging issues
  • Lead a team delivering on health and social care projects, including Footcare Fife, Carer Providers Support, Befriending and Peer Support.

We’re looking for someone with:

  • Experience of policy development and strategic/operational planning.
  • Strong understanding of the voluntary sector and health and social care landscape.
  • Excellent communication and partnership skills.
  • Experience of line management

Why join us?

  • Be part of a team improving the lives of people in Fife.
  • Flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment.

Benefits

Benefits of working for FVA include:

  • 37 days’ annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) for full-time staff, pro rata for part-time staff
  • Free onsite parking in Glenrothes and Kirkcaldy
  • Confidential counselling helpline
  • Access to unlimited, free GP appointments 24/7 via remote technology

Application notes

Apply now and help shape a stronger, fairer Fife!

How to apply: Visit Working with FVA where you will find the job description and person specification, as well as the job application form and guidance document. Please complete the job application form and e-mail it to hr@fva.org

The closing date for applications is midnight on Thursday 26 March.

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 07 April.