Non Executive Director

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

We are seeking to appoint two Non-Executive Directors to join our Board of Directors when existing Non-Executive Directors step down at the end of March and September. As a Non-Executive Director, you will contribute to the provision of strategic leadership, good governance and risk management. As an experienced Board-level leader you will offer challenge, support, and robust scrutiny. You will be inspirational, collaborative and value-based leader. We are keen to hear from those with senior executive level experience.

Post 1: Relevant finance experience in a large and complex organisation

Post 2: Relevant business experience in either marketing, HR/people development, law or a commercial organisation.

Main duties of the job

You will need to be able to demonstrate that you can use your experience to|:

work alongside other Executive and Non-Executive members as an equal member of the Board;
bring independence, external perspectives, skills and challenge to strategy development;
hold the executive to account by providing purposeful, constructive scrutiny and challenge;
act as an ambassador for the Trust; and
shape and actively support a healthy culture for the Trust.

These are exciting opportunities for the right candidate to enhance and diversify the capabilities of our Board and to make a positive difference at an exciting time for the Trust.

To be eligible to apply, you must be a member of one of the public constituencies of the Trust (South Tyneside, Sunderland, Durham, Gateshead or the rest of the North East and Cumbria) and be able to commit sufficient time to meet the demands of the post. Flexibility in terms of time commitment during the day and sometimes into the evening may be required.

Mrs Allison Thompson (Chair designate) and Mr Ken Bremner (Chief Executive) would welcome an informal discussion on 0191 569 9688.

Interviews for the post will take place on Wednesday 5th March 2025.

About us

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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.

Date posted

31 January 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13,000 a year for 3-5 days per month

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

C9155-CRAC-0125-86

Job locations

Trust Headquarters

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Non-Executive the post holder will contribute to the monitoring of strategy, performance, governance and risk.

We operate as a unitary Board. Non-Executive Directors share responsibility with other Executive Directors for the success of the organisation and ensuring the quality and safety of healthcare services, compliance with the NHS Provider Licence, Constitution, mandatory guidance and good governance issued by our Regulators and any relevant statutory requirements and contractual obligations.

The role of the Board of Directors is to provide effective and proactive leadership of the Trust within a governance framework of processes, procedures and controls which enable risk to be managed.

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DETAILS OF THE ROLE.

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Non-Executive the post holder will contribute to the monitoring of strategy, performance, governance and risk.

The role of the Board of Directors is to provide effective and proactive leadership of the Trust within a governance framework of processes, procedures and controls which enable risk to be managed.

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DETAILS OF THE ROLE.

Person Specification

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

A strong personal commitment to the values of the NHS and experience in the health sector would be desirable.
Genuine interest in healthcare issues and a commitment and connection to the needs of the local community.
An ability to achieve a balance between supportive and robust, constructive challenge.
A strong understanding of the importance of exercising independent judgement.
Integrity and high ethical standards.
Understanding of, and commitment to, public service values and accountability, probity, openness and equality or opportunity.
Strong business acumen and a sound knowledge of good corporate governance, strategic planning, risk, financial control and performance management.
Excellent communication and listening skills and an ability to relate to and understand a range of health care professionals, representatives of local government, voluntary organisations and members of the public.

Experience

Essential

Senior level experience of working in business or the public sector, particularly within large and complex organisations.
Politically astute, able to grasp relevant issues and understand complex relationships between different individuals and organisations.
Experience of building effective and lasting working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders.

Person Specification

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

A strong personal commitment to the values of the NHS and experience in the health sector would be desirable.
Genuine interest in healthcare issues and a commitment and connection to the needs of the local community.
An ability to achieve a balance between supportive and robust, constructive challenge.
A strong understanding of the importance of exercising independent judgement.
Integrity and high ethical standards.
Understanding of, and commitment to, public service values and accountability, probity, openness and equality or opportunity.
Strong business acumen and a sound knowledge of good corporate governance, strategic planning, risk, financial control and performance management.
Excellent communication and listening skills and an ability to relate to and understand a range of health care professionals, representatives of local government, voluntary organisations and members of the public.

Experience

Essential

Senior level experience of working in business or the public sector, particularly within large and complex organisations.
Politically astute, able to grasp relevant issues and understand complex relationships between different individuals and organisations.
Experience of building effective and lasting working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.