Chair
Social Care Institute for Excellence
Approximately three to four days per month although flexibility will be required
Remunerated at a rate of £27,000 per annum
The Social Care Institute for Excellence (SCIE) is an independent social care charity with deep experience of bringing partners and people with lived experience together to collaborate and innovate to improve people’s lives (e.g. national government, DHSC, local authorities, care providers, academics, foundations). In recent years we have evolved from a largely Government-funded body to a fast-moving, high-profile, more commercial organisation and thought leader. Working across social care and health for adults, children and families, we contribute to the development and implementation of better care, support and safeguarding at local and national level.
THE ROLE
After eight successful years of leadership, our current Chair, Paul Burstow, will be stepping down in 2026. We are now seeking a Chair Elect to join us in advance of this transition to help shape our future.
This is a pivotal time in social care: a period of challenge, change and renewal. As Chair Elect, and ultimately Chair, you will play a vital role in leading SCIE through its next strategic phase. Working with the CEO, her senior team and the wider Board of Trustees, you will help us remain bold, relevant and impactful in a rapidly evolving landscape.
We are looking for a confident and values-driven leader—someone with a strong strategic mindset, commercial acumen and deep understanding of and passion for the wider health and social care environment. You will be a visible ambassador for SCIE and a champion for high-quality, equitable care. Crucially, you’ll bring personal credibility, sound judgment and a collaborative leadership style that inspires trust and builds consensus.
At SCIE, we see the real-world results of our work —improved practice and stronger services across the country that make people’s lives measurably better. If you share our belief in a fairer society where care and support enable people to thrive, we hope you will read on to find out more.
INFORMATION
Download the candidate brief to find out about the role.
DOWNLOADHow to apply
To make an application, please click on the apply now button below, with the following prepared:
- Your CV (no more than three sides).
- A covering letter that sets out your motivation for the role and describes the specific experience you can bring to the appointment.
- If you have a disability and identify any barriers in the job description or person specification, please tell us.
Closing date
Monday 17th November 2025
Preliminary interviews
w/c 1st & 8th December 2025
Final Panel interviews
w/c 5th and 12th January 2026