Chair
Gloucestershire Health & Care NHS Foundation Trust
circa 3 days per week
in the range of £47,100 to £50,000
Gloucestershire Health and Care (GHC) is a high-performing organisation. With a c£350 million budget, a total workforce of 6,000, and an overall “Good” CQC rating, we have built a reputation for financial stability and colleague satisfaction that ranks among the best in the NHS. But there is lots more to do, both to respond to challenges and to make sure the Trust is playing its full part in changing the way healthcare services respond to population needs.
Our Trust is at a particularly exciting time of change, innovation and implementation of new ways of working for the Board and our organisation. Guided by our new Five Year Focus 2026 -2031, we are working in close partnership to transform health and care in Gloucestershire, renewing and refreshing our internal governance and service delivery structures and ensuring a continuing focus on getting the basics right too.
THE ROLE
We are now seeking to appoint our next Chair who can lead the Trust in meeting its strategic goals through this exciting period of change and work across the health and care system to build and sustain partnerships with purpose. This post requires an experienced senior non-executive who is also a clear and strategic thinker, with the confidence, credibility and sensitivity to engage with a wide range of internal and external audiences.
A persuasive champion for change, you will demonstrate a clear interest in enhancing mental health, learning disabilities and physical healthcare services. You will also bring the skills necessary to lead and manage a talented and committed Board, ensuring all members have the opportunity to contribute. You’ll be joining a strong and diverse team of people who will welcome your perspective and insight. Your values and how you think will matter most of all.
INFORMATION
Download the candidate brief to find out about the role. Further information about Gloucestershire Health & Care NHS Foundation Trust may also be found in the Five Year Focus, Quality Report, and People Strategy documents below:
Candidate brief Five Year Focus Quality Report People StrategyHow to apply
To make an application, please click on the apply now button below, with the following prepared:
- your CV or equivalent biographical information.
- a covering letter (maximum two sides) that sets out your motivation for applying for this appointment, and why you think your skills and experience make you suitable.
- tell us about any dates when you are not available to participate in the selection process (please see the dates below).
We would also be grateful if you would also complete the Equality and Diversity monitoring form provided. This form is for monitoring purposes only and is not treated as part of your application; you can email the form back to us when you apply and our team will collect it.
Recruitment timetable
The closing date for applications is Friday 25th September 2026.
Candidates will be notified about the longlist in the week commencing 5th October and selected candidates will meet with the team at Starfish Search in the weeks commencing 5th and 12th October.
Candidates will be notified about the shortlist by Tuesday 20th October. Informal meetings with stakeholders may follow confirmation of the final shortlist, and we will ensure each candidate is fully updated and has everything they need.
Formal interviews for shortlisted candidates are expected to take place on Friday 6th November.
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