This opportunity is only open to applicants who are currently 'Priority Movers'. Applications from individuals not currently on the Priority Mover list will be rejected and not considered.
The WFSGP approach has, since early 2025, been tested and delivered in twelve general practices in areas of Glasgow with high levels of family poverty. ‘Bringing Hope, Building Futures’ commits us to double the number of WFSGP practices in Glasgow in 2026/27 and to expand WFSGP into a wider programme in other areas of Scotland from 2027/28.
Key Responsibilities
As the day-to-day lead to deliver our commitment in ‘Bringing Hope, Building Futures’ to expand the Whole Family Support through General Practice approach to other areas of Scotland from 2027/28, you will:
Develop and deliver a structured plan for WFSGP expansion, that includes developing and agreeing an evidence-based proposal; setting and meeting deadlines; establishing governance; monitoring/managing risk; and budget-management.
Manage strong, positive relationships with a wide range of external delivery partners and stakeholders to ensure open and effective communication and collaboration which focuses on delivery and impact.
Work in close collaboration with the Senior Policy Officer responsible for the original and ongoing WFSGP project in Glasgow City.
Lead/oversee Ministerial support, including advice and meetings, provide high quality input to commissions, handle reactive policy work (correspondence, PQs, briefings, and FOIs).
Work in partnership with internal health and child poverty policy officials, and with colleagues in other portfolios, as required.
Ensure that good quality evidence and data are central to WFSGP expansion, collaborating with/seeking input from SG analysts and external experts as needed.
Experience
Strong briefing skills, with an ability to communicate policy intentions through clear written and oral communication.
Excellent skills in stakeholder relationships and management, including being able to have difficult conversations.
The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, sharing information, communicating with colleagues and external partners.
Strong project management skills, including the ability to plan and oversee activities to meet policy commitments and deadlines, anticipating and managing risks and dependencies.
Capable of leading on work independently while contributing to wider team goals.
Applications for this position will only be accepted from substantive B3 grade 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).
Vacancies close at 23:59pm on Tuesday 18 August.
If you have questions about your application please contact fiona.macdonald2@gov.scot
Selection Process
All applicants will be invited to an informal discussion with the hiring manager. There will be no formal testing or assessment.
Discussions are expected to be scheduled for w/c TBC.
Recruitment Principles
As a government organisation, we adhere to the Civil Service Commission Recruitment Principles and we investigate any complaints received in relation to recruitment cases.
Apply before: 18/08/2026 (23:59)
