Appointment of Chair to Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

WELSH GOVERNMENT; Newport; On-site; GBP 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent health board in Wales is seeking a Chair to drive innovation in health care. This role involves leading high-quality service delivery, setting strategic directions, and fostering partnerships to improve health outcomes across diverse communities. The ideal candidate is passionate about public service and committed to leading with integrity and impact.

Qualifications

• Exceptional leadership and vision for health care.
• Commitment to innovation and improving public service.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Board in delivering high-quality services.
• Set strategic direction and foster a culture of innovation.
• Drive the development of integrated care systems.
• Strengthen partnerships with local authorities and communities.
• Ensure robust governance and public confidence.

Job description

ANEURIN BEVAN UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD

Appointment of Chair

Remuneration: £69,840 for 15 days per month (based in South Wales – Caerleon)

Are you ready to lead bold change in one of Wales’ most dynamic health systems?

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is seeking an exceptional leader to Chair its Board at a pivotal moment for health and care in Gwent. This rare opportunity to drive innovation, shape future models of integrated care, and champion a vision that improves lives across diverse communities, from rural communities to urban centres.

As Chair, you will lead the Board in delivering high-quality, safe, and sustainable services. You will be at the forefront of reimagining how care is delivered, working across boundaries to develop person-centred, preventative, and digitally enabled models that respond to the evolving needs of the population.

Your leadership will be instrumental in:

• Setting strategic direction and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Driving the new development of integrated care systems that reduce inequalities and improve outcomes.
• Strengthening partnerships with local authorities, the third sector, and communities.
• Ensuring robust governance, transparency, and public confidence in the NHS.

You will be accountable to the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care and will work closely with executive and non-executive colleagues to deliver on the Health Board’s ambitious vision. If you are passionate about public service, committed to innovation, and ready to lead with integrity and impact, we would love to hear from you.

It is the policy of the Welsh Government to promote and integrate equality of opportunity into all aspects of its business including appointments to public bodies. Applications are welcomed and encouraged from all groups, and we ensure that no eligible candidate for public office receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, or pregnancy and maternity. The principles of fair and open competition will apply, and appointments will be made on merit.