Job summary
- Main area
- Non-Executive (Director)
- Grade
- Other
- Contract
- Fixed term: 3 years (Associate Non Executive Directors are appointed for an initial period of 3 years. Appointments may be renewed for a further term or up to 3 years at the end of the first period of office, subject to satisfactory appraisal by the Trust Chair.)
- Hours
- Part time - 2 days per month.
- Job ref
- 259-8056006GSS(NED)
- Employer
- Barts Health NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Trust-Wide
- Town
- London
- Salary
- £12,000 per annum inc
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 30/06/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Community Associate Non-Executive Director
Other
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain’s leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
Barts Health supports the Pregnancy Loss Pledge and commits to supporting their staff through the distress of miscarriage.
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.
Job overview
Community Associate Non-Executive Director ~ Barts Health NHS Trust
Barts Health NHS Trust is seeking a highly experienced, values-driven individual to join our Board as an Associate Non-Executive Director.
This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the strategic leadership and governance of one of the largest and most ambitious NHS trusts in the country. Serving a diverse population across East London, Barts Health is committed to delivering safe, compassionate, and sustainable care, and to improving health outcomes for the communities we serve.
As an Associate Non-Executive Director, you will bring independent judgement, strategic insight, and constructive challenge to support the Board in setting the Trust’s strategic direction and maintaining the highest standards of governance.
We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates who are new to NHS non-executive roles and do not at this point have the background to apply for a standard non-executive role. The ideal appointee will have strong roots in north east London, enhance the diversity of our board, bring experience of working in the NHS or university sector and demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
This position is intended to provide a stepping stone for a career in NHS non-executive roles to individuals who can broaden the background and skills mix of our board.
Main duties of the job
About You
You will bring:
Knowledge of the experience of living in north east London gained through living and working in the area
A strong understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing integrated care.
Strategic thinking, sound judgement and the ability to influence effectively.
The confidence to provide independent support and constructive challenge.
A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
A passion for improving patient outcomes and reducing health inequalities.
Previous board experience is welcome but not essential. We encourage applications from individuals with a broad range of professional and lived experience.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Barts Health NHS Trust is committed to building a Board that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We particularly welcome applications from people from groups currently underrepresented in senior leadership roles.
Development Opportunity
Associate Non-Executive Director roles provide an excellent opportunity to gain or further develop board-level experience. You will be supported through mentoring and development to maximise your contribution and prepare for future non-executive leadership opportunities.
Join us in helping to shape the future of healthcare across East London and beyond.
***How to apply***
Please send a CV and covering letter to [email protected] or alternatively you may complete the online application form
Working for our organisation
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain’s leading healthcare providers.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are underrepresented within Barts Health at this level.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person specification
Knowledge, Skills and Attributes
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of the experience of living in north east London gained through living and working in the area
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to question, constructively challenge, influence and be independent minded to ensure decisions reflect consideration to overall public benefit
- The ability to analyse and understand complex information, and situations before reaching an objective conclusion. The ability to think clearly and creatively
- Able to work as a team to meet common goals and willingness to utilise skills and experience for the good of the organisation
- Willing to maintain and uphold accountability of self and others. A high level of probity, integrity, discretion and fairness and the ability to maintain confidentiality. Able to uphold the principles of effective corporate governance.
- Demonstrates a strong interest and understanding of the health care agenda with a commitment to the NHS and public sector values
- Demonstrates a strong interest in equality and diversity and the inclusion agenda
- Understanding of the role of an Associate Non Executive Director as part of the Trust’s regulatory and compliance context
- Demonstrating the highest standards of conduct as set out in the Nolan principles
- A strong personal commitment to the Trust values
Desirable criteria
- Ability to anticipate and exploit change
- Knowledge of stakeholder communities and strong commitment to, and understanding of, the needs of the local community
- Understanding of the health inequalities agenda
- Understanding of the digital agenda, digital innovation and digital exclusion
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of living in north east London
- Experience of working at a senior level in complex organisations in north east London
- Experience of involvement in delivering change in a complex organisational environment Evidence from working in an executive capacity of providing effective strategic direction supported by knowledge of governance and how boards should add value
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working in a management role in the NHS
- Experience of working in a management role in a university
Other
Essential criteria
- Ability to meet relevant time commitment
- Must meet Fit and Proper Person requirements
Desirable criteria
- Demonstrates clear knowledge of the local health and care economy
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Karen Green
- Job title
- Group Chief of Staff/Head of Group Development
- Email address
- [email protected]
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