Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust (CPFT) is a health and social care organisation, providing integrated older adult physical and mental health services, adult mental health and learning disability services, and children’s mental health services, across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, and children’s community health services in Peterborough.

NHS boards play a key role in shaping the strategy, vision, and purpose of an organisation. They hold the organisation to account for the delivery of strategy and ensure value for money. NHS boards are also responsible for assuring that risks to the organisation and the public are managed and mitigated effectively. Led by an independent chair and composed of a mix of both executive and independent non-executive members, the board has a collective responsibility for the performance of the organisation.

To carry out their role effectively, the Chair of the Board must cultivate a strong, collaborative relationship with the Chief Executive and Lead Governor. Many responsibilities will be discharged in partnership with the Chief Executive, however, it is important that the Chair is clear about individual and shared roles, and their respective responsibilities towards the unitary board.

About You

We are seeking candidates who want to use their energy, skills and experience to help drive the delivery of sustainable healthcare services for the people of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough and surrounding areas.
A full description of the role including the person specification is in the candidate pack, please be sure to download and read it in full.

 If you wish to apply for this position, please supply a detailed CV, 2 referees and your cover letter (maximum 2 sides) highlighting your suitability for the role and bringing to life your motivation for becoming the chair of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust.  Please note that your cover letter is an important part of your application and you will not be considered without it. Please direct further enquiries to CPFT@inclusiveboards.co.uk