Job Title:
Non-executive director talent pool
Location of the job:
England
Employer:
NHS England
Salary:
Not applicable for the talent pool
Last day to apply:
13 August 2026
Role Summary
- Help guide and improve the NHS, which cares for millions of patients each year.
- Join as a Non-Executive Director (NED) to support better health services.
- Use your skills to make important decisions for the NHS.
- Help shape the future of healthcare in your community and country.
Key Tasks
- Help plan and set the direction of NHS services.
- Make sure health services are safe and work well.
- Support leaders to create and follow good plans.
- Speak up with new ideas and challenge decisions when needed.
- Work with other board members and partners.
Skills And Experience
- You need to be a senior leader or expert in areas like finance, health, technology, or customer care.
- Be able to look at data and results carefully to help make decisions.
- Give clear advice and support to leaders.
- Build good and trusting relationships inside and outside the NHS.
- Be confident working with different people and groups.
Pay And Hours
- This role offers the chance to develop important skills.
- It is a part-time role, fitting with your other work or commitments.
- You will be paid for your work as a Non-Executive Director.
Location And Workplace
- You can work across different NHS organisations in your area.
- You will join meetings and work with people in person and online.
How To Apply
- Join the NHS NED talent pool to get training and support.
- You will learn about NHS leadership and meet other directors.
- Keep informed about job openings and roles near you.
- Apply if you want to help make NHS services better for everyone.
Checklist For Applicants
- I am ready to help shape NHS services.
- I have experience or skills in one of the key areas.
- I can work well with leaders and other board members.
- I am happy to learn more about NHS and leadership roles.
- I can commit time to this important role.
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