Job summary

Primary Healthcare Darlington (PHD) is at the heart of delivering high-quality primary care services to the Darlington community. We are seeking dynamic and committed Non-Executive Directors to join our Board.

This is a unique leadership opportunity to bring your expertise, insight, and passion for healthcare to a pivotal role in shaping the future of primary care in Darlington. As a Non-Executive Director, you will provide independent oversight, support strategic decision-making, and help ensure our services are safe, effective, and sustainable.

If you are motivated by making a positive impact on local health outcomes and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to consider joining PHD’s Board as we strengthen and transform primary care for our community. For an informal discussion please contact Neil Bradbury at neil.bradbury3@nhs.net

Main duties of the job

• Strategic thinker with the ability to analyse complex information.
• Board and senior leadership experience.
• Commitment to high standards of probity and the Nolan Principles of Public Life.
• Collaborative and independent-minded, with a passion for improving healthcare.

About us

Established in 2014, Primary Healthcare Darlington (PHD) is the local GP Federation serving 11 GP practices and an ever-growing population of registered patients across Darlington, County Durham. We work closely with the Darlington Primary Care Network, which commissions many of the services and projects we deliver for the town. Our partnerships extend to Darlington Borough Council, local NHS Foundation Trusts, and we have the backing of the North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board (ICB).

Operating from premises near Darlington Memorial Hospital, PHD provides a wide range of NHS, Public Health, and private medical services to meet the diverse needs of our community.

As an award-winning organisation, we prioritise the wellbeing of our staff and offer access to free counselling services, protected time for professional development, and high-quality training opportunities. We believe investing in our people is key to delivering outstanding care for our patients.

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are entering an exciting new phase of development and are strengthening our Board with the appointment of four new Non-Executive Directors (NEDs).

The Role of a NED

• NEDs provide independent oversight and constructive challenge, supporting the Board in making sound decisions and ensuring high standards of governance.
• Offer independent scrutiny, advice and challenge to the Executive.
• Bring external perspective that enhances debate and decision-making.
• Ensure services are delivered safely, effectively and in line with our values.
• Contribute to financial sustainability and long-term strategy.
• Act as an ambassador for PHD with member practices and partners.

Commitment: approx. 1 day per month (meetings usually in Darlington).

Term: 3 years.

Remuneration: £650 per month (£7,800 per year) plus expenses.

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds with knowledge of Darlington. In particular, we are seeking individuals with experience in:

• Finance & Audit – ensuring financial sustainability and oversight.
• General Practice and Clinical Governance – insight into patient care and safety.
• Nursing Workforce – supporting quality improvement and staff wellbeing.

Essential qualities

• Strategic thinker with the ability to analyse complex information.
• Board/senior leadership experience.
• Commitment to high standards of probity and the Nolan Principles of Public Life.
• Collaborative and independent-minded, with a passion for improving healthcare.

Person specification

Essential Qualities

• Strategic thinker with the ability to analyse complex information.
• Board/senior leadership experience.
• Commitment to high standards of probity and the Nolan Principles of Public Life.
• Collaborative and independent-minded, with a passion for improving healthcare.

Disclosure and Barring Service check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and, as such, a submission for Disclosure will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name: Primary Healthcare Darlington

Address: Forsyth House, 20 Woodland Road, Darlington, County Durham, DL3 7PL

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