Bristol NHS Foundation Trust has brought together North Bristol NHS Trust and University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust to create a new acute provider for Bristol and the wider South West, and is seeking an exceptional Non-Executive Director (NED) to join its Board at a pivotal moment.



Following the formation of the Group in April 2025, the two organisations merged on 1st July 2026, creating one of the largest and most influential NHS organisations in England, serving 1.5 million people, employing 28,000 staff, and delivering services across 13 sites with a £2.6bn turnover.



This is a rare opportunity to help shape a new organisation at scale, driving improvements in patient care, population health, innovation and value for money. They have a clear ambition to become an Advanced Foundation Trust, as they look to become a leader in research, innovation and integrated care.



The Trust is looking to recruit a Non-Executive Director to chair their Finance and Estates Committee, bringing strong financial oversight and assurance as well as strategic estates or capital investment expertise. They are looking for candidates who can provide independent judgement, support and constructive challenge at board level, with a good understanding of governance, financial stewardship and risk management. You will be values-driven, inclusive, and motivated to make a meaningful difference to the health and wellbeing of local communities.



If you feel your experience could fit with this, and you can see the Trust's values reflected in your own, then please contact our advisors at GatenbySanderson to apply or to have a confidential conversation.



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Documents

Fit and Proper Person Declaration - New.docx

Contacts

Joanna Riley: 07807 624 332


Recruitment Timetable



Closing date

9am Monday 28th September 2026



Final panel

w/c 19th October 2026




How to Apply

• Please submit an up to date copy of your CV, along with a Supporting Statement that addresses the criteria set out in the person specification, using examples to demonstrate how you meet the essential requirements.


• A completed fit and proper person form - the template can be downloaded from the same place as the job description.


• Detail any employment or education gaps.


• You should provide the names, positions, organisations, and contact details for your referees, which must be your line managers and include your current and most recent employer. The referees should cover at least two roles as the minimum. Please note, should you be appointed, you will be required to provide references covering your last 6 years of employment as per the new NHS Fit and Proper Person regulations. Where there have been gaps in employment, this six year period will be extended accordingly. Referees will only be contacted for those proceeding to the final stage - we will always gain your permission before we contact referees.


• Let us know any difficulty you may have with the indicative timetable.


• Check that your contact details are correct before you submit.

Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an automated email to confirm that you have applied. If you do not receive this email, please make contact with GatenbySanderson.




Acceptable use of AI



Candidates may use AI tools to support proofreading, editing and presentation. However, all application materials should represent the candidate's own experience, perspectives and leadership thinking. We are seeking original and authentic responses, and applicants should ensure that any submission reflects their own analysis, judgement and vision for the role.