Joint Non Executive Director

Seymour John; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

An NHS organisation in Greater Manchester is seeking a Joint Non-Executive Director (Chair of Audit Committee) to provide financial oversight, governance leadership, and ensure compliance with various regulations. This role requires a CCAB-qualified professional with extensive experience in finance and audit at a senior level. Candidates with diverse backgrounds are particularly encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience operating at senior or board level in a complex environment.
• Financially qualified professional with CCAB membership.
• Valued-driven independence in thought and commitment to equality.

Responsibilities

• Lead independent review of Trusts financial statements.
• Oversee governance, risk management and assurance processes.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Provide support as part of a unitary board.

Skills

CCAB qualification

Background in finance

Experience in audit and governance

Experience at board level

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Job description

Job Description

Joint Non-Executive Director (Chair of Audit Committee)

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust & Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Location: Trust-wide (presence required across both sites)

Remuneration: 15000 per annum (approx. 45 days per month)

Closing Date: Midnight 8th December 2025

Interviews: Week commencing 5th January 2026

About the Opportunity

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust and Tameside & Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust are seeking to appoint a Joint Non-Executive Director (Chair of Audit Committee) to join their Boards.

This is an exceptional opportunity to help shape the future of two ambitious and forward‑thinking NHS organisations working in close partnership to improve population health, reduce inequalities and deliver outstanding patient care.

Working alongside our Joint Chair David Wakefield and Joint Chief Executive Karen James OBE, this new appointment represents the next step in developing shared governance and strategic alignment between our Trusts.

About the Trusts

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust provides acute hospital and community services across Greater Manchester, East Cheshire and the High Peak area.

Annual budget: £514m

Workforce: 6610

CQC rating: Requires Improvement overall, Good for Caring

Tameside & Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust delivers acute and community services for around 250,000 people across Greater Manchester and Derbyshire.

Annual budget: £375m

Workforce: 5033

CQC rating: Good overall

Both organisations are driven by shared values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence (C.A.R.E.) and a commitment to collaboration, innovation and inclusion.

The Role

As Chair of the Audit Committees you will:

• Lead independent review of the Trusts financial statements and internal controls.
• Oversee governance, risk management and assurance processes across clinical and non‑clinical areas.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Provide strategic challenge and support as part of a unitary Board working collaboratively with Executive and Non‑Executive colleagues.

About You

We are seeking an experienced and financially qualified professional with:

• CCAB qualification and membership of a recognised professional body.
• A strong background in finance, audit and governance.
• Experience operating at a senior or board level in a complex or regulated environment.
• Ideally prior experience as a Non‑Executive Director preferably within the NHS or public sector.
• Values‑driven independence in thought and the ability to balance scrutiny with support; a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities is essential.

We particularly welcome applications from candidates who are under‑represented at board level, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities and individuals with disabilities.

How to Apply

For an informal discussion please contact our recruitment advisor Jonathan Phillips on <email>.

To apply please submit your CV and a supporting statement (maximum two pages) with the subject line “T&S NED Application”.

Required Experience

Director

Key Skills

• Apache
• Control System
• Data Structures
• Hotel Front Office
• Clinical

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1