Non-Executive Director

Job summaryThe 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.About usWe 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.Job descriptionJob 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 descriptionJob 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 SpecificationExperienceEssentialSenior 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.DesirableProven track record of delivery of successful ChangeShaped and progressed cultural transformationSkills, ability and knowledgeEssentialAbility 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.DesirableKnowledge 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 statusPerson SpecificationExperienceEssentialSenior 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.DesirableProven track record of delivery of successful ChangeShaped and progressed cultural transformationSkills, ability and knowledgeEssentialAbility 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.DesirableKnowledge 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 statusDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Employer detailsEmployer nameUniversity Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS TrustAddressWestmorland General HospitalBurton RoadKendalLA9 7RGEmployer's website
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