Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity is dedicated to enhancing the health and happiness of every patient cared for by their hospitals. Alongside University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW), they go above and beyond to transform patients' experiences - bringing moments of joy, comfort and hope to those who need it most. They work with 10 NHS Hospitals across Bristol City Centre, South Bristol and Weston-Super-Mare to ensure every patient has access to outstanding treatment. The Charity also supports the development of innovative treatments through funding new technology and international research.

The organisation upholds a rigid set of guidelines that govern its operations. These are reflected through a series of promises made to patients and supporters. The promises are as follows:

Fund the little things that make a big difference
Create healing environments and spaces to provide dignity, privacy and empathy
Champion equality for all
Fund world-class technology, treatments, knowledge and medical research

To help Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity in their mission to enhance patients’ experiences, they are seeking a Chair and two Trustees to join their Board.

Chair of the Board

The Chair's main role is to provide clear leadership to the Board of Trustees, setting the Board’s agenda and enabling each Trustee to play a full role in the development and determination of the Charity's strategy. The Chair will provide support to the CEO, whilst simultaneously holding them accountable for delivering the Charity’s aims and objectives. Furthermore, the Chair will build and maintain close relationships with the Charity’s constituencies and stakeholders.

The successful candidate will have highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, with experience in Board or committee positions. They will possess strong business and financial acumen alongside the ability to analyse and resolve complex strategic issues. The Chair will have a proven track record of leadership and be committed to the Charity’s values and principles.

Trustees

Trustees are responsible for providing appropriate oversight, governance and leadership. They ensure the Charity is managed effectively and meets all financial and legal compliance regulations. Trustees oversee the organisation’s strategic direction by defining goals, setting targets and evaluating performance. Additionally, as ambassadors for Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity, they represent the organisation at functions and events.

For these positions, they’re hoping to hear from individuals with strategic vision and good judgment. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their integrity and commitment to the organisational values. Ideally, each Trustee would be highly skilled in one of the following areas: legal matters, finance, fundraising and marketing.

This vacancy is now closed.