Key Responsibilities Provide proactive effective leadership within a framework of processes, procedures and controls. Set the Trusts vision, strategic aims, values and standards of conduct and ensure that its obligations to its members, patients and other stakeholders are understood, clearly communicated and met. Ensure compliance with the Trusts terms of authorisation, its constitution, mandatory guidance issued by NHS England and relevant statutory requirements and contractual obligations. In accordance with agreed Board procedures, monitor the performance and conduct of the directors in meeting agreed goals and objectives and statutory responsibilities, including the preparation of annual reports and annual accounts and other statutory duties.
Ensure that the organisation values diversity in its workforce and demonstrates equality of opportunity in its treatment of staff and patients and in all aspects of its business. Ensure that the Trust exercises its functions effectively, efficiently and economically. Work alongside other non-executives and executive directors as an equal member of the Unitary Board and share responsibility with the other directors for the decisions made by the Board. Provide visible leadership in developing a healthy culture so that staff believe Non-Executive Directors provide a safe point of access to the Board for raising concerns.
Champion an open, honest and transparent culture within the organisation. As a member of Board committees, appoint, remove, support, encourage and where appropriate mentor senior executives. Commit to working to, and encouraging within the Trust, the highest standards of probity, integrity and governance and contribute to ensuring that the Trusts internal governance arrangements conform with best practice and statutory requirements. Ensure that financial information is accurate, that financial controls and risk management systems are robust and defensible, and that the Board is kept fully informed through timely and relevant information.
Provide analysis and constructive challenge to information on organisational and operational performance. Show commitment to working with key partners as part of the Integrated Care System to drive improvement in health outcomes and to tackle health inequalities. Act as an ambassador for the Trust in engagement with stakeholders including patients and the community and ensure patients interests are at the forefront of decision making. Declare annually that you are a fit and proper person and able to fulfil these responsibilities.
HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this role, please submit the following documents by email to the addresses below: A CV including your address and contact details. Please highlight and explain any gaps in your employment history. A supporting statement outlining your motivation for applying and your understanding of the NHS and this role. Please include your personal responsibilities and achievements in previous roles, and explain how your experience aligns with the person specification.
Details of three referees, including their names, positions, organisations, and contact information. Your referees should be line managers and cover your most recent employer, any regulated health or social care roles, or positions involving children or vulnerable adults. References may be requested prior to interview and shared with the selection panel. In line with NHSEs Fit and Proper Persons Test framework, if appointed, your references and other background checks will be shared with the Trusts and NHS England.
Any dates you would be unavailable, should you be shortlisted for an interview. Please note: Alongside your CV and supporting statement, which must be emailed as described above, you are also required to complete your application through Trac via the NHS Jobs website. For more information, please contact: Melissa Duncan - Head of Resourcing - Melissa.Duncan@uhd.nhs.uk Lianne Paddison-Casbierd - Deputy Head of Resourcing - Lianne.Paddison-Casbierd@uhd.nhs.uk Important: All CVs and supporting must be emailed to Melissa Duncan and Lianne Paddison-Casbierd at the addresses above. In addition, your full application must be submitted through Trac via the NHS Jobs website

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