Lesley Mollison

A strategic leader with expertise in driving transformational change across services, leading national initiatives, and managing multidisciplinary teams. Proven track record in sustaining sector-leading inspection outcomes through robust quality assurance and safeguarding, while anticipating legislative changes to set new standards of regulatory excellence. Skilled in building strategic relationships with the Scottish Government and sector partners, representing services in national forums, and shaping the future of care. Committed to embedding UNCRC, GIRFEC, and The Promise in service delivery, with a focus on restraint reduction and trauma-informed practice. Career goals include continuing to influence ethical leadership and drive income through strategic partnerships and service expansion.

• Led Rossie’s secure care service to sector-leading Care Inspectorate outcomes through successive inspections, reflecting sustained excellence in care management and delivery.
• Translated cutting-edge design and mental health research in practice by collaborating with design partners to deliver innovative environmental and therapeutic projects, thus enhancing care experiences and supporting service development.
• Presented strategic insights and updates to National stakeholders, the Board of Governors, and Scottish Government officials on service innovation, inspection preparedness, and legislative changes.
• Recognised internally for leadership in workforce development and cultural change by promoting professional development, reflective practice, and staff wellbeing, resulting in significant cultural change.
• Spearheaded initiatives, including the co-design of safe environments, integrating advanced technologies like radar sensors to enhance safeguarding and reduce harm for young people.
• Our sector-leading reputation led to direct commissioning by the Scottish Government to expand secure care provision. I collaborated with others to advise on national contingency planning, resulting in the creation of vital additional capacity and firmly establishing Rossie as a trusted national partner.