We are looking for our next Chair of Healthwatch Salford

"I’m proud that Healthwatch Salford has a proven track record of acting as an independent consumer champion for health and social care, ensuring that the views of patients and the public are heard, including those that are seldom heard, and that services are improved. This involves the work of our excellent staff team, led by our Chief Officer Sam Cook. It also involves our wonderful team of volunteers, widening our scope to produce reports. Our work involves working closely with our commissioners and local stakeholders. It has also meant an increasing emphasis on working with our sister Healthwatch across Greater Manchester."

Phil Morgan - Chair of Healthwatch Salford

So, what kind of person should consider applying? 

You will need to show experience of good governance, building on our Quality Framework assurance, and leadership. This will involve working closely with our dedicated Board. You will also need to understand the working relationship between Chair and Chief Officer, able to offer support and guidance as well as monitoring performance. 

Together you will set the tone for our strategic role. You will also need to work well with our many stakeholders, being an Ambassador for Healthwatch in various settings and speaking with authority about our work and role. You will need to ensure that our finances are well run and anticipate our future sustainability. Finally, you will need to be clear about your ability to meet the time commitment involved and keep yourself abreast of major developments in health and social care.

The role comes with an honorarium payment of £5400 pa.

Time commitment is approx. 15-20 hours a month, but this can vary depending on the organisations needs.