Independent NED – Health Trust Strategy

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Non-Executive Director to provide independent challenge and governance oversight. You will work with the Board to promote the organisation's success, ensure patient safety and oversee performance against its goals.

Interviews are scheduled for February 2027; the role requires a minimum commitment of 3–4 days per month and participation in Board and committee activities, with compliance to Fit and Proper Persons Test and conflict of

Responsibilities

• To assist the Board of Directors in setting the strategic direction of the organisation, whilst considering the views of the Council of Governors.
• Hold the Executive Team to account for delivery of the agreed strategic objectives and Trust’s annual plan.
• Provide constructive, considered and appropriate challenge to the Board of Directors on areas where improvements are needed or assurance is lacking.
• Ensure patient safety is at the heart of the Trust’s work and that staff can speak up.
• Ensure the Trust manages risk effectively.
• Provide advice and guidance to the Trust on issues relevant to the NED’s skills, expertise and experience.
• Work with local communities and partner organisations to address health inequalities and improve care.

Job description

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Non-Executive Director to provide independent challenge and governance oversight. You will work with the Board to promote the organisation's success, ensure patient safety and oversee performance against its goals.

Interviews are scheduled for February 2027; the role requires a minimum commitment of 3–4 days per month and participation in Board and committee activities, with compliance to Fit and Proper Persons Test and conflict of