Description The NHS Borders Board is looking for a new Non-Executive member to join its Board. We are looking for one member with experience gained within the NHS setting to add to the existing skills of the Board. Patients are at the centre of everything we do in our daily working lives at NHS Borders. Ensuring they are safe, cared for efficiently and effectively by suitably experienced and qualified staff driving quality at the heart of patient care. We aim for an open and honest culture and believe in nurturing future stars in the NHS. In line with health systems across Scotland and the UK, NHS Borders has and continues to face a number of challenges associated with changing demographics, societal expectations and technologies within a fixed resource. The Board and Executive Team is therefore facing a significant leadership challenge to deliver significant service and workforce change that results in the creation of a long term sustainable service for our population. Having a diverse Board improves decision making and builds a vibrant and creative environment which is responsive to the changing demands on the health and care system and the needs of all the communities which we serve. We welcome applications from the widest possible range of people, who meet the requirements of the role as set out in the person specification and who can bring wide and varied perspectives to our work. Although the role we are seeking to fill requires particular experience, the candidate appointed will also be expected to make a full contribution to the work of the Board, including participation in its various governance committees and the Health & Social Care Partnership’s Integration Joint Board. You will be offered the training you need to make a strong contribution. Responsibilities Remuneration and time commitment : The remuneration for this is based on the requirements for one day (8 hours) per week at £276 per day. The rate is £14,352 per annum, which is non-pensionable. This remuneration will rise to £312 per day in April 2026 and £342 per day in April 2027. Reasonable expenses incurred will be reimbursed. Location : The Board Headquarters is on the Borders General Hospital campus, Melrose, TD6 9BS. The expectation is that there will be a blend of virtual and physical meetings and a physical presence will be required to be able to carry out the full range of Board activities across the Borders region. Interviews : Interviews will be held on 30 June, 1 and 2 July and will be conducted virtually over Microsoft Teams. It is unlikely that we will be able to offer an alternative interview date. Information Session : To give our candidates more information about these exciting opportunities, we are holding a virtual information session on 22 May at 3pm. To register for the session, please email iris.bishop@nhs.scot for details on how to join the session will be sent out to you. To find out more about being a Non-Executive Board Member and about NHS Borders please download the candidate information pack. How to apply Download the candidate information pack. This will explain more about the role, the board and the application process. You will be asked to supply evidence that you meet the priority criterion. You must complete the priority criteria question. You will then be asked to complete two essential criteria questions. You must complete all questions to be considered for this appointment. Please note that we recommend you follow the ‘How to Apply’ section of the candidate information pack as you complete your application, this contains more detailed instructions. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the appointments process or if require further support with your application, please contact the Public Appointments Team on 0300 244 1898 or email at PA_Applications_Mailbox@gov.scot. FURTHER INFORMATION: FAQ’s about the application process is here: Public Appointments - Frequently Asked Questions Guidance to support applicants is here: Public appointments - gov.scot (www.gov.scot)