Significant progress has been made since 2016 to establish the devolved social security system and through Social Security Scotland we now deliver 18 devolved benefits. With the Social Security Programme coming to a close at the end of 2025/26 we are now beginning an exciting new phase of transition and future use of our powers. This will focus on improvement in delivery of services and ensuring social security contributes as effectively as possible to improving outcomes for the people of Scotland.
The Social Security Directorate leads policy advice and legislation on all aspects of devolved social security. The Directorate comprises 2 DD-led Policy Divisions each responsible for policy advice to Ministers and partnership working across different areas of responsibility. We also work closely with colleagues in Social Security Scotland and across wider Scottish Government as well as with UK Government and wider Scottish stakeholders to ensure joined up and evidence-based policy development and delivery in line with the social security principles of dignity fairness and respect.
The post holder will lead a team responsible for developing policy and strategy that ensures that people are supported and empowered to access their entitlements in as straight forward a way as possible with a particular focus on seldom heard groups and reducing stigma. Supporting access to take up of payments is central to delivering a system that recognises social security as a human right and is a key priority for the Scottish Government in its work to reduce child poverty and support disabled people to live full and independent lives. This is an exciting opportunity to drive work in this high profile area and to help deliver a vision for the next stage of social security that has the client experience at its core enabled by promotion of take-up and join-up across services and other organisations helping to deliver on the Scottish Governments
Responsibilities
Working pattern
This role is a temporary position with an expected commitment of 12 months.
How to Apply
Applications for this position will only be accepted from substantive C1 employees.
Please submit a statement outlining your suitability for the role relevant skills and experience and what you would bring to the team (maximum 500 words)
Selection Process
All candidates will be invited to an informal discussion with the Hiring Manager.
Informal discussion dates tbc.
Further Information
If you have specific questions about the role please contact
Read ourCandidate Guidefor further information on our recruitment and application processes.
Team Lead (Supporting Access to Social Security) C1 • Glasgow, Scotland, UK
This is a global organisation with a strong focus on using technology to support innovation, collaboration, and business growth.The organisation continues to invest in modernising its technology la... Show more
Our client Scottish Power Renewables are seeking an OT Lead for a minimum 6 month contract role, although scope to go longer.The role has the responsibility for all aspects of OT Infrastructure del... Show more
Open to Job Share, Full Time or Part Time - Permanent.This is a keyholder position, with shifts ranging from an earliest start time of 5am to a latest finish time of 10pm.Every day, we give our mil... Show more
Role:S4+ Technical LeadReporting to:Chief ArchitectDivisionGroup/CorporateWork location:FlexibleCountry:FlexibleJob Profile:TechnologyOrganisationPMOPurpose of RoleThe S4+ Tech Lead is accountable ... Show more
A leading insurance services company in the UK is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer (Team Lead) to oversee infrastructure management and lead security initiatives.The ideal candidate will have a mi... Show more
IAG Transform UK is seeking a strategic sourcing professional to lead the IT services procurement process.This role involves developing category strategies that drive cost efficiency and innovation... Show more
Click2Convert is growing and we're looking for a talented Paid Media Team Lead to join our team.We operate across a variety of paid channels such as Google Ads, Microsoft (Bing), Meta (Facebook & I... Show more
Foster Care Associates Scotland (FCAS).Remote, with expected travel to Cambuslang Head Office.Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance.Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan. Show more
Are you passionate about performing top level wind and/or solar resource analyses and ensuring a high level of technical accuracy to support project development and financing? Are you energised by ... Show more
St Leonards is seeking an energetic Engagement Officer to champion alumni and parent relations, coordinating global connections, events, and fundraising campaigns.You will work within the External ... Show more
Be among the first 25 applicants.This range is provided by Head Resourcing.Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Direct message the jo... Show more
A leading Cyber Security consultancy in the UK is looking for a Senior Cyber Security Consultant to lead teams and manage security risk for diverse clients.This consultant will be involved in estab... Show more
Portfolio are proud to be partnering exclusively with one of the UK’s most respected professional services providers, delivering expert support across HR, Employment Law and Health & Safety.This aw... Show more
IT Infrastructure Operations Leader required on a 12‑month fixed term contract to lead an infrastructure engineering team within a leading international organisation in Glasgow.This is a key role r... Show more
Crimson Education is the world’s leading college admissions consulting firm, with over 1,490 Ivy League offers and 2,410 to the US Top 15.We help ambitious students gain admission to the world’s to... Show more
Care Team Leader (Team Facilitator).The Best in You Brings Out the Best in Me.Are you a driven and motivated individual who enjoys new and unique challenges.Do you have the passion and drive to lea... Show more
THIS IS AN UNPAID VOLUNTEERING ROLE.Role Title: Global Governance and Accreditation Officer.The Blockchain & Climate Institute (BCI) is an international volunteer‑led think tank supporting and advo... Show more
PwC UK is looking for a Senior Manager to join their Cyber, Data and Technology Resilience practice in Glasgow.You will lead solution design and bid strategy for Defence cyber opportunities, transl... Show more
Group is seeking a Lead IT Security Engineer to manage and advance our cyber security programmes from Glasgow.You will lead a small team, drive security initiatives across cloud and on-premise envi... Show more
SPEN are looking for a Cyber Application Consultant to join them on an initial contract basis.CAF/NIS Application Consultant.Scottish Power Energy Networks.Glasgow HQ/hybrid style working (3 days p... Show more
