NHS Providers

👋 Are you new to your role as a non-executive director (NED) in an #NHS trust or foundation trust? Our NED induction course is designed exclusively for those who have been in post for less than six to nine months. Delivered in partnership with NHS England, our two-day #BoardDev course will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to excel in your exciting new role. 💡 What you'll gain: ✅ A clear understanding of your role on a unitary board ✅ Essential insights into the #NHS environment and the challenges it faces ✅ A solid foundation in the fundamentals of being an effective NED. Don't miss this opportunity to build on your expertise and strengthen your contribution to your board. Book your place today ⤵ 🔗 https://bit.ly/3V1QWNy #NHSEducation #BoardDevelopment #Leadership

Throughout Sir Julian Hartley’s time as chief executive of #NHSProviders, he has visited many of our member trusts to understand their challenges, learn more about their work and meet the people delivering care across the #NHS.   In his last trust visit, Sir Julian spent time at Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.   Reflecting on his visit in this blog, Sir Julian left the trust with a clear sense of the vital role community services in Birmingham play in tackling rising demand and health inequality challenges faced by the system.   ➡️Read the blog: https://bit.ly/410eLZU 📚See the full library of trust visit blogs: https://bit.ly/3NDolu3

"I look forward to meeting you" We're delighted to share that Kate Jarman is our new Communication Leads network chair! 👏 Kate is passionate about the role of communications as a strategic leadership function and will be chairing her first meeting at our next network on 23 January! Bookings are now open. Join us! 👉 https://bit.ly/4eJITM9 #CommsLeads

"It is one of my favourite aspects of my professional life." In this new blog, Maxine Taffetani, chief executive of Healthwatch Milton Keynes and appointed governor representative for Healthwatch on the council of governors for Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, shares what inspired her to take on the role of governor and the insights she has learned. Learn more ⤵ 🔗 https://bit.ly/3CEZ8gd

Trust leaders have told us that there is a fear of getting it wrong when having conversations about race. And yet leaders need to be able to speak authentically about it to tackle the disparities ethnic minority staff experience as part of our workforce. 📅 Join us at the latest event in our bi-annual event series: 'Can we talk about race?', where we'll be exploring the widening disparity between ethnic diversity in #NHS leadership and the workforce and the practical actions that leaders are taking to support the development of ethnically diverse talent pipelines. With guests Rush Miah, Selina Douglas, Sim Scavazza and Richard Mitchell we’ll be exploring: 🔷 The experience of ethnic minority leaders in role modelling and supporting others to achieve and progress whilst also navigating systemic inequalities themselves. 🔷 The unique offer provided by The Shuri Network which aims to support and identify future digital leaders in health and care who represent the diversity of their workforce and population. 🔷 The role of trust leaders as active white allies, with a focus on sponsoring diverse talent pipelines. Book your place here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3ZwSIch

"Good presentations, found all content relevant and interesting" – Previous attendee ✨ On Friday 29 November, we'll be hosting our online HR Directors network! Designed to provide you with the latest sector update and guidance, our agenda includes: 🟠 Case study presentations on automating HR services with Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust's Jon Burton and North London Partners Shared Services' Gareth Jones. 🟠 An update with NHS Providers' Ferelith Gaze and Sarah White on recent policy developments and analysis in the sector. Chaired by Bridget O'Kelly FCIPD, book your place 👉 https://bit.ly/3AFHB7f #HRDnetwork

Take your NHS #Risk expertise to the next level 📈 Sharpen your skills and deepen your understanding of risk #Management with our #BoardDev course, developed in partnership with the Institute of Risk Management, designed to help you to: ✅ Improve your knowledge and understanding of what good risk management looks like. ✅ Proactively support #NHS trusts to be more strategic and outward looking in relation to risk. ✅ Apply theory in your own organisations with practical assignments and space for reflections. "I would just like to say a big thank you to the trainers for such a fantastic first day... I couldn't fault any part of the day! I am really looking forward to the next session." - Amy O'Connell, risk and compliance coordinator, The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHS Foundation Trust Learn more and register 🔗 https://bit.ly/4hOMT0R

Our podcast special on our Annual Conference #NHSP24 has just gone live! With host Adam Brimelow, speaking with Susan Bahl Julian Hartley and Alastair McLellan on trust leaders’ hopes and fears as we head into winter. Have a listen below👇 https://bit.ly/3Pl5EMy

🚨 Board members: You have a vital role to play in ensuring finances within your organisation are managed well. And we're here to help! 🤝 Our upcoming '#NHS finance for senior leaders' course will help enhance your financial skills and enable you to review, challenge and lead with confidence in financial decision-making, and more! Join us this December ➡ https://bit.ly/3Cg2DcI

The majority of trusts are working with external technology suppliers to deliver their digital programmes. In our recent survey, our members told us that trust leaders would welcome national assurance and support when managing and navigating supplier relationships.    In recognition of this feedback, we'll be hosting a webinar for NHS trust digital leaders, focused on maximising the value of supplier relationships.  Join us for the chance to join industry experts and fellow #NHS leaders and:   🟢 Gain insights into building strong, effective supplier relationships.   🟢 Discover practical approaches for addressing key concerns and managing interoperability challenges.   🟢 Learn essential questions to ask suppliers, helping you gain assurance and accountability.    Book here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3AEfMvX   Lorraine Foley Victoria Betton Kate Warriner