Non-Executive Director (NHS Non-Executive: NHS Trust Associate Non-Executive Member/Director) -[...]

Main area
Board of Directors
Grade
NHS Non-Executive: NHS Trust Associate Non-Executive Member/Director
Contract
Fixed term: 3 years (maximum of 2 terms)
Hours
Part time - 7.5 hours per week
Job ref
331-K4000424
Employer
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Westmorland General Hospital
Town
Kendal
Salary
£13,000 per annum pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
14/05/2024 23:59
Non-Executive DirectorNHS Non-Executive: NHS Trust Associate Non-Executive Member/Director''Creating a great place to be cared for and a great place to work''University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay has a firm commitment to strengthening the diversity of our workforce, and therefore welcome and encourage applications from likeminded people who can support our ambition to become effortlessly inclusive. We are particularly keen to hear from protected groups – including BAME, LGBT+ and people with a disability.Job overviewThe Non-Executive Directors work alongside the Chair and Executive Directors of the Foundation Trust Board to advise on the development of strategy and to oversee the performance of University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust.They share responsibility with other Directors for the success of the organisation using the available resources to deliver healthcare and improve the health of local people.Associate Non-Executive Directors work alongside Non-Executive Directors, Chair and Executive Directors of the Foundation Trust Board to advise on the development of strategy and to oversee the performance of University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust.Associate Non-Executive Directors are non-voting members of the Trust Board and bring independence, external skills and perspectives.Main duties of the jobThe Non-Executive Directors are members of the Trust Board and bring independence, external skills and perspectives. Board members share a corporate responsibility for the governance and performance of the Trust in meeting both strategic and operational objectives.As an Associate Non-Executive Director you will work alongside Non-Executive Directors, including the Chair, as a non-voting member of the Board of Directors. You will share responsibility with the other Directors for the success of the organisation. You will be required to bring independent and objective judgement on issues of strategy, service improvement, performance and resources.Working for our organisationWe operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community health care premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe BayOur community services for adults are provided in people’s homes, community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals and our main hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care, advice and support.Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesTo read more information about the advertised roles, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website specificationExperienceSenior level experience of working within local communitiesExperience of change in organisations, with demonstrable experience of ‘doing more with less’.Experience of change in organisations, with demonstrable experience of ‘doing more with less’.Experience of making a positive difference for disadvantaged and marginalised groups.Proven track record of delivery of successful ChangeShaped and progressed cultural transformationSkills, ability and knowledgeAbility to question, constructively challenge, influence and be independent-minded.The ability to analyse and understand complex information and situations before reaching an objective conclusion. The ability to think clearly and creativelyAble to work as a team to meet common goals and willingness to utilise skills and experience for the good of the organisation.Knowledge of Bay Health and Care PartnersKnowledge of stakeholder communities and strong commitment to, and understanding of, the needs of the local communityDemonstrate an understanding of the principles of Foundation Trust statusThe Behavioural Standards FrameworkEverybody’s responsibility in everything we doPLEASE NOTE THAT SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED BY EMAIL.The Trust promotes flexible working opportunities where ever possible to enable staff to balance their work and home life. We are committed to Equal Opportunities andaim to be EffortlesslyInclusive .The trust operates a No Smoking Policy.Only those applicants who demonstrate clearly how they meet our Person Specification will be shortlisted for Interview.We reserve the right to close a job advert early where sufficient applications have been received.The Trust does not offer interview expenses to shortlisted candidates unless indicated in the advertIf the post is subject to Disclosure & Barring Service checking, (formally CRB) a charge of £38 for Enhanced and £18 for Standard clearance for will be made to the successful candidate(s). This currently only applies to roles Band 6 and above and Medical & Dental posts.Anyone newly appointed to the trust under the Agenda For Change contract, will be subject to the completion of a satisfactory 6 month probationary period. This will give the new staff member an opportunity to become familiar with the role and working environment. We have introduced a new system called Pre-Onboarding, specifically to support you right the way through to your first few months in your new role with us atUHMB. This bespoke site has lots of useful information to help you settle into your new roleincluding: what to expect from the recruitment clearances process, where to get a uniform, when you'll get paid etc. As well as information on a number of our services i.e. Infection Prevention, Anti-fraud, Inclusion and Diversity, Care Certificates and much more. To access click on this link . Employer certification / accreditation badgesThe 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.
Name
Cara Berriman
Job title
EA to the Chair
Email address
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Telephone number
01539715296
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