Vacancy -- Member (Capital and Estates)

Powys is one of the most rural counties in the UK and as such has both strengths and challenges. Whilst the county is approximately 25% of the landmass of Wales, it has only 5% of the population. Furthermore, the proportion of older people is growing and the number of young people living in the county is declining. Powys has a low income economy with low average earnings, low unemployment and house prices that are disproportionately high. The county has a strong network of small towns and villages with a high level of community commitment with a strong voluntary sector. Importantly, the health board and Powys County Council are uniquely positioned as the only co-terminous health board and local authority in Wales.

 

Whilst the general health of the population is good, there are critical issues that have helped shape this plan. 1 in 5 people still smoke, 1 in 4 children are overweight or obese on entering school and 6 in 10 adults are overweight or obese. Health inequalities amongst people living in the most deprived areas of Powys are significant; living more years in poor health than in the least deprived areas. A child born today in the most deprived area lives approximately 10 years (boys) to 14 years (girls) longer with poor health than a child born in the least deprived area. Furthermore Powys is the most deprived county in Wales in terms of access poverty.

 

The health board is predominantly a commissioning organisation, buying services on behalf of the population from a wide range of providers, including from primary care contractors, independent sector care homes, ambulance services, district general hospitals and other specialist hospitals. There are a range of directly provided services across Powys, including a network of community hospitals, a health and social care centre, community services such as district nursing, midwifery and health visiting, therapies, mental health and services for people with a learning disability. Increasingly, services are jointly provided by the health board and Powys County Council, working together and pooling resources. Importantly, we have a highly engaged workforce, as demonstrated in the outcome of the national staff survey. PTHB staff have a positive view of their work and their employer and furthermore, they are being increasingly recognised for their innovative achievements.

Role and responsibilities
 

• Play a full and active role in the governance of the Powys Teaching Health Board, both clinical and corporate. You will take an active part in discussions, providing your opinion and challenge and support to the Board on key issues.
• Contribute to the work of the Board based upon your independence, your past experience and knowledge, and your ability to stand back from the day to day operational management;
• Contribute and accept corporate decisions to ensure a joined up, robust and transparent decision making process by the Board;
• Be expected, in time, to fully understand the business through active involvement to enable the effective performance of the organisation;
• Work closely with other public, private and voluntary organisations and will make sure that the views of patients, carers and families are fully involved in helping to shape, develop and improve services;
• Analyse and critically review complex information and contribute to sound decision making.
• Ability to contribute to the ‘governance and finance’ of the Health Board, ensuring it is open and honest in its work by contributing fully in the decision making process.

The Welsh Government acknowledges the importance of developing and growing bilingual capabilities in public appointments in Wales, and welcomes applications from candidates who demonstrate their capability to work in both English and Welsh.  The following list of language requirements represents an objective assessment by the recruiting body of the Welsh language skills required to undertake the duties of this particular post.

It is essential that Independent Members will demonstrate the following qualities:-
 

Knowledge & Experience

• An understanding of health issues and priorities in the Health Board’s area and the ability to understand the role and work of the Board;
• Ability to hold the executives to account for performance whilst maintaining a constructive relationship;
• Ability to provide a knowledgeable, impartial and balanced perspective on a range of sensitive and complex issues;
• A broad understanding of the information governance requirements required to comply with legislation e.g. General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR);

 

Personal Attributes and Skills
 

The Health Board has defined a set of shared core values. To help demonstrate your commitment to these values, you will need to be able to demonstrate the following:-

• The ability to “Put Patients First”.
• The ability to work together as part of a team and in partnership with other key organisations.
• The ability to value and respect others.
• The ability to communicate openly and honestly.

 

To be considered, you must be able to demonstrate that you have the qualities, skills and experience to meet all the essential criteria for appointment.

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For further information regarding the selection process, please contact:

 

For further information regarding the selection process, please contact:

Public Appointments Team Email: Publicappointments@gov.wales

 

For further information regarding the role of the Independent Member, please contact Vivienne Harpwood, Chair of Powys Teaching Health Board. Tel: 01874 712643, Email: Vivienne.Harpwood@wales.nhs.uk

 

For further information about Powys Teaching Health Board, you may wish to visit the Health Board’s internet web site: http://www.powysthb.wales.nhs.uk/home

 

If you need any further assistance in applying for this role, please contact the Public Appointments Team on Publicappointments@gov.wales.

 

For further information about Public Appointments in Wales, please visit www.gov.wales/publicappointments

 

 

To make an application please visit the Welsh Government public appointment website here https://cymru-wales.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-3/brand-2/candidate/jobboard/vacancy/7/adv/.

 

Once you’ve registered, you’ll be able to access the application form. To apply, you will need to submit the application form and two supporting documents. The first is a document answering the questions below, a ‘personal statement’. This document should be no more than two sides of A4. Your application may be rejected if you exceed this limit. The second document is a full, up to date CV. The two documents should be uploaded to the “Reasons for applying” section of the online application form.