Leading Digital Transformation in Health and Care for Scotland [PGCert, PGDip, MSc]

Please note: The Guidance for Line Manager Statement and Line Manager Checklist sections are intended for use only during an open recruitment window. As recruitment is currently closed, the information here is provided for reference only and should not be used to submit an application at this time.

Line Managers require to:

• Provide all personal details: name, job title, organisation, email address, and contact number.
• Sign the digital declaration to confirm your commitment to providing protected time and related activities including workplace opportunities for the applicant.
• Write a short statement (max 250 words) explaining how you will support the applicant in applying their learning in the organisation and the wider sector.

Word Count

·         You are allowed up to 250 words

·         Any words beyond this limit will not be considered by the panel

·         We recommend drafting your answers to check your word count before submitting

Please note: The Guidance for Line Manager Statement and Line Manager Checklist sections are intended for use only during an open recruitment window. As recruitment is currently closed, the information here is provided for reference only and should not be used to submit an application at this time.

The Line Manager Principles below set out clear expectations for the level of support required to enable the applicant’s success:

1. Enable protected time
   Ensure the applicant has dedicated time for study, reflection, and programme related activities, including networking, workplace learning and development opportunities.
2. Actively support learning
   Provide encouragement, constructive feedback, and real-world opportunities to apply learning, ensuring a balance between their professional responsibilities and the programme.
3. Champion development
   Recognise the value of the programme and the applicant's commitment to professional development, promoting their growth and opportunities to inspire others within your team and organisation.
4. Facilitate knowledge sharing
   Encourage the applicant to share their experiences and learning to real-world digital transformation initiatives to build wider capability and impact.
5. Stay engaged
   Maintain regular conversations about the applicant’s progress, helping them identify challenges, developmental priorities, and offering ongoing support for their leadership growth.
6.  Participate in Evaluation
   Support the programme evaluation by tracking how the applicant has applied their learning and reflected on their leadership development. Complete all required programme evaluation activities to measure impact and inform future programme developments.

The line managers involvement is essential to maximising the programme’s impact at an organisational and sector-wide level. By endorsing an application, you are committing to being an engaged partner in the applicant’s development journey and contributing to digital transformation across the wider system.