Job summary
Join Us as a Non-Executive Director
We are seeking passionate, experienced leaders to join our Board as Non-Executive Directors. You will play a vital role in shaping our strategic direction, supporting and challenging our Executive Directors to uphold the highest standards of governance.
This is an exciting time to join us. As we continue our transformation journey, there are many opportunities to make a meaningful impact on people's lives and the future of our services. Our hospital and our dedicated staff are at the heart of our community, delivering outstanding care with commitment and compassion.
We are particularly interested in individuals with expertise in:
We value diversity and inclusion and especially welcome applications from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority communities, disabled individuals, LGBTQ+ people, and those from all socio-economic and educational backgrounds.
If you bring strong leadership, a passion for health and social care, and a drive to inspire others, we'd love to hear from you.
Help shape our future. Make a difference.
Main duties of the job
For further information on the roles and responsibilities, and to find out more working at the Trust please see our interactive candidate information pack and attached person specification.
About us
Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust (SFT) is an innovative hospital with a proud heritage and over 250 years of experience behind us. Here we're driven to deliver an outstanding experience for everyone and have been well regarded for the quality of care and treatment we continue to provide for our patients and also our staff.
We are an acute Trust, rated "Good" by the CQC, with a track record of high performance providing regional and super regional specialist services such as: Burns, Plastics & Reconstructive Surgery, Wessex Regional Genetics Laboratory, Wessex Rehabilitation, Spires Cleft Centre and the Duke of Cornwall Spinal Treatment Centre. We have about 470 beds and employ over 4000 staff.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. We think working here is pretty rewarding. You can access a range of NHS discounts, receive a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. On-site benefits include car parking (fee applies), leisure centre, day nursery and holiday play scheme.
Salisbury is an attractive place to live and work and really gives you the best of everything. With easy access to London and local airports, the city of Southampton is only a short train or car journey away or if you prefer the sea, Bournemouth is also accessible. Don't just take our word for it, why not explore what Salisbury has to offer by visiting www.experiencesalisbury.co.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applications Should Include:
- A supporting Statement explaining why the appointment interests you, how you meet the appointment criteria and what specifically you would bring to the post (no more than 2 sides of A4)
- A CV with education and professional qualifications and full employment history. It is also helpful to have daytime and evening telephone contact numbers and email addresses which will be used with discretion. The CV should include names and contact details of three referees. References will not be taken without applicant permission.
- The successful applicant will be subject to Occupational Health and Disclosure and Barring Service checks and is subject to the Fit and Proper Persons Requirement (FPPR)
- Advert will close Wednesday 5th November.
- Interviews will be week commencing 17th November.
- For further information on the roles and responsibilities, and to find out more working at the trust please see our interactive candidate information pack and attached person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applications Should Include:
- A supporting Statement explaining why the appointment interests you, how you meet the appointment criteria and what specifically you would bring to the post (no more than 2 sides of A4)
- A CV with education and professional qualifications and full employment history. It is also helpful to have daytime and evening telephone contact numbers and email addresses which will be used with discretion. The CV should include names and contact details of three referees. References will not be taken without applicant permission.
- The successful applicant will be subject to Occupational Health and Disclosure and Barring Service checks and is subject to the Fit and Proper Persons Requirement (FPPR)
- Advert will close Wednesday 5th November.
- Interviews will be week commencing 17th November.
- For further information on the roles and responsibilities, and to find out more working at the trust please see our interactive candidate information pack and attached person specification.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Educated to master's degree level or equivalent, with demonstrable evidence of continuous professional and personal development.
- For one role, a financial qualification is required.
Experience
Essential
- A track record of achievement as a strategic leader, whether at executive or non-executive level.
- Experience of board membership in an organisation of similar size and complexity whether in the private, public or voluntary sectors.
Desirable
- Committee Chair experience
- Demonstrating a good understanding of the current challenges across the NHS
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of financial, audit and commercial, third sector competence gained in a challenging financial environment.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Educated to master's degree level or equivalent, with demonstrable evidence of continuous professional and personal development.
- For one role, a financial qualification is required.
Experience
Essential
- A track record of achievement as a strategic leader, whether at executive or non-executive level.
- Experience of board membership in an organisation of similar size and complexity whether in the private, public or voluntary sectors.
Desirable
- Committee Chair experience
- Demonstrating a good understanding of the current challenges across the NHS
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of financial, audit and commercial, third sector competence gained in a challenging financial environment.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
