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North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior, Mid, Senior & Expert Level
  • Government & Politics
    Healthcare
  • Peterborough

AI generated summary

  • You must have leadership experience in complex organizations, a commitment to patient care, strong relationship-building skills, and availability for 4 days a month.
  • You will work with the Board on strategic plans, ensure performance review, manage resources, participate in committees, support governance, and represent the Trust with stakeholders.

Requirements

  • To be considered for the role of Non-Executive Director, candidates must meet the following requirements:
  • Broad experience in leading a large and intricate organisation.
  • A genuine commitment to patients and the delivery of high-quality care to all service users.
  • The ability to foster good relationships and instil public, patient, and NHS staff confidence.
  • A reflection of the diverse workforce and communities served by the Trust.
  • Availability to participate in the Board’s activities for approximately 4 days a month.

Responsibilities

  • To work with the Board on the strategic and annual plans of the Trust to ensure that the health needs of the population served by the Trust are fully considered
  • Ensuring that the Trust establishes clear objectives to deliver the agreed plans and meet the terms of its licence and to regularly review performance against these objectives
  • Consult and work with the Council of Governors on the performance of the Board and to ensure that the health needs of the population served by the Trust are being met
  • Ensure the best use of financial resources to maximise benefits for patients and effective financial control arrangements are developed across the Trust to secure high levels of probity and value for money
  • Lead or participate in committees of the Board of Directors, as well as Council of Governors meetings with specific activities to support the delivery of services
  • Support and challenge where appropriate, the Chairman, Chief Executive and other Directors of the Trust Board to ensure the Board conforms to the highest standards of corporate and quality governance and makes appropriate decisions
  • Represent the Trust’s views with national, regional or local bodies or individuals, to ensure that the views of a wide range of stakeholders are considered

FAQs

What is the main role of a Non-Executive Director at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust?

The main role of a Non-Executive Director is to provide guidance, governance, and leadership to the Trust, helping to implement strategies for delivering effective and high-quality healthcare services.

How many days a month is a Non-Executive Director expected to participate in Board activities?

A Non-Executive Director is expected to participate in the Board’s activities for approximately 4 days a month.

What are the key responsibilities of a Non-Executive Director?

Key responsibilities include working on strategic plans, ensuring the best use of financial resources, participating in committees, consulting with the Council of Governors, and representing the Trust’s views with stakeholders.

Are applications for the Non-Executive Director position encouraged from individuals with diverse backgrounds?

Yes, applications are warmly welcomed from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging individuals from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities and candidates from the local area.

What benefits are offered to Non-Executive Directors?

Benefits include generous annual leave, membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, flexible working opportunities, enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours, career development and training opportunities, wellbeing support, subsidised meals, subsidised staff parking, and free Stagecoach Bus Travel within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.

Who can I contact for more information about the Non-Executive Director position?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Paul Denton, AD of Governance and Risk/Deputy Company Secretary, at paul.denton2@nhs.net.

Is there an emphasis on promoting a positive organisational culture within the Trust?

Yes, the Trust aims to promote a positive organisational culture by providing insight, questioning existing practices, and fostering good relationships among public, patients, and NHS staff.

What is the Trust’s approach to financial management?

The Trust ensures that the best use of financial resources is made to maximize benefits for patients and develops effective financial control arrangements to secure high levels of probity and value for money.

Will I have the opportunity to participate in committees as a Non-Executive Director?

Yes, you will have the opportunity to lead or participate in committees of the Board of Directors, as well as Council of Governors meetings to support the delivery of services.

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North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Working together to be the best at providing outstanding care for local communities

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2017
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust is a healthcare organization focused on providing high-quality, compassionate care across its hospitals and community services. Their ultimate mission is to enhance the health and well-being of their patients by delivering exceptional, patient-centered care. Their purpose is to improve local healthcare services through innovation, teamwork, and dedication, ensuring every patient receives the best possible treatment and support.