NHS Non-Executive: NHS Trust Non-Executive Member/Director
Main area Non Executive Director Grade NHS Non-Executive: NHS Trust Non-Executive Member/Director Contract Fixed term: 2 years (Opportunity to apply to extend initial term) Hours
* Part time
* Other
Average 3 - 5 days per month Job ref 327-26-429
Site Edward Jenner Court Town Gloucester Salary £10,000 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 06/07/2026 23:59
At Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust (GHC), we provide joined‑up mental health, physical health and learning disability services to people of all ages across Gloucestershire. We run community hospitals and provide care and support in people’s own homes and in a range of other locations across the county.
We are on a mission to enable people to live the best life they can and we have a vision to work together to provide outstanding care. We put people at the heart of our services, focusing on personalised care by asking ‘what matters to you’.
We’re passionate about making sure that everyone can contribute to achieving our mission and we are continually working to support healthy and happy high‑quality teams in all areas of the Trust.
Job overview
Gloucestershire Health & Care NHS Foundation Trust provides community and inpatient physical health, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Gloucestershire of all ages.
We’re transforming our services by co‑producing what we do with the people and communities we serve, building on their strengths and using their insights to drive change. We have a clear focus on tackling inequalities and promoting inclusion.
Forward thinking and ambitious, we are using quality improvement methodology and the best available technology to provide excellent quality services that enhance access and choice.
We have clear ambitions to be sustainable and to contribute to the wellbeing of our vibrant local economy.
We recognise that as an organisation we have gaps in our insight into the experience of the diverse communities we serve in Gloucestershire. We are seeking to appoint an Associate Non‑Executive Director to help us identify these gaps and improve our insight for the benefit of all. In this role, extensive insight (likely gained through lived experience, work or volunteering) into the experience of racially minoritised communities in Gloucestershire is the most important factor rather than previous board or senior management skills.
You’ll be joining a strong and diverse team of people who will welcome your perspective and insight. Who you are and how you think will matter most of all.
Main duties of the job
You will share our passion for community health services, and our vision and values, and bring the specific skills and perspectives we need to keep moving forward.
The Associate Non‑Executive Director role is used to prioritise particular skills and experience and support Board succession strategy. The role can provide development opportunities, aimed at attracting potential Non‑Executive Director candidates who do not yet have sufficient Board‑level experience, or currently do not have the required availability, but who do have valuable skills and experience, and the potential to succeed in a Trust Board‑level role. Whilst non‑voting, the Associate Non‑Executive Director will undertake the rest of the range of Non‑Executive Director activity, governing and leading as part of the Board team.
To make an application, please prepare and send the following documents:
* Your CV or equivalent biographical information;
* A covering letter (maximum two sides) that sets out your motivation for applying for this appointment, and why you think your skills and experience make you suitable;
* A completed Monitoring Form (please complete and return this form alongside your application - a copy can be found in the Documents to Download section).
Working for our organisation
We have in excess of 6 000 staff working over 50 sites, providing a diverse range of services. We strive to support an organisational culture that is welcoming, builds and celebrates inclusivity and diversity and provides a sense of belonging and trust.
The annual NHS Staff Survey gives our people the opportunity to tell us about their experience working at the Trust. For the 2023 survey just over 2800 colleagues gave us their views (58.5%). It was great to see from the results that:
* 89.7% believe they are making a positive difference to patients/service users;
* 73.3% would recommend the organisation as a place to work;
* 82.4% agree that care of patients and service users is the organisation’s priority;
* 76.7% would be happy with the standard of care for a friend or relative.
Our results put us as 5th nationally as a Community, Mental Health and Learning Disabilities NHS Employer of Choice and 1st equal amongst all NHS Provider Trusts in the South West. However, we know we have more to do and will continue to drive forward our commitment to making GHC a Great Place to Work.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
* Bring independence, external perspectives, skills, and challenge to strategy development;
* Hold the executive to account for the delivery of strategy;
* Offer purposeful, constructive scrutiny and challenge;
* Participate as a member of key committees that support accountability;
* Account individually and collectively to the Council of Governors for the effectiveness of the Board;
* Actively support and promote a healthy culture for the organisation and reflect this in their own behaviours;
* Provide visible leadership in developing a healthy culture so that our colleagues believe Associate and other Non‑Executive Directors provide a safe point of access to the board for raising concerns;
* Satisfy themselves of the integrity of financial and quality intelligence including triangulating with direct experience by getting out and about, observing and talking to services users, carers and staff;
* Ensure the board acts in the best interests of service users and the public;
* Show commitment to supporting the work of the Council of Governors;
* Be aware of and contribute to system‑wide collaboration and strategic thinking.
Please refer to the Documents to Download section for our Recruitment Pack, which contains a detailed role description and requirements for our Associate Non‑Executive Director role.
Our Trust values difference and diversity and is an equal opportunities employer. Applications are welcome from all sections of the community, particularly people from ethnic minorities, women, people with a disability or long‑term condition, and LGBTQ+ communities who are underrepresented at senior levels within the organisation.
You’ll be joining a strong and diverse team of people who will welcome your individual perspective and insight.
Person specification
Skills, experience and attributes
* Strong insight into the experiences of racially minoritised communities living in Gloucestershire, likely gained from lived experience, work and/or volunteering;
* Experience of providing persuasive input and challenge through governance processes (meetings, consultations etc);
* An understanding of the health sector and the wider context in which it operates;
* Able to think analytically and draw out key themes from different information sources;
* Able to see the bigger picture;
* Sound judgement and able to build trust quickly;
* A respected and influential communicator with personal credibility;
* Comfortable with own accountability and the Board’s collective accountability;
* Focused on the people who use our services, and on the quality of service they receive;
* Strong believer in the value of team and partnership working;
* Committed to equality, diversity and social inclusion.
When joining us, as well as becoming part of a team that makes a difference, we also offer:
* Free car parking at many of our sites;
* 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service;
* A broad range of training and development opportunities, including apprenticeships up to Level 7 qualification;
* A multi‑professional preceptorship programme for all Newly Qualified; Nurses, Nursing Associates, Internationally Educated Practitioners, Allied Health Professionals and Return to Practice Practitioners;
* Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours;
* Flexible, family friendly and agile working opportunities;
* Recognition and long service awards;
* Fast Track physiotherapy;
* Access to discounts and salary sacrifice schemes; including Cycle to Work, Car scheme and discounts on travel, leisure and retailers.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
If you are aged 16-30, you may be eligible for financial and pastoral support from the King’s Trust, with whom we are in partnership to support your first 6 months in role. We will pass on your details to the King’s Trust who will be in touch with you if you are eligible. If you would rather not be contacted, please let us know.
For more information please see the attached 'Additional Information for Applicants' document.
Good luck with your application.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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