Non-Executive Director (NED) and Chair of Audit & Risk Committee

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint an experienced and motivated Non-Executive Director (NED) who will act as Chair for our Audit & Risk Committee, taking up the substantive Audit Chair role in April 2026 when the current post-holder completes his term.This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior leader with significant financial expertise and experience gained in a large, complex organisation. We are looking for someone who can bring independence, professional rigour and strategic insight to our Board, and who shares our commitment to delivering outstanding care to our communities.As Chair of the Audit & Risk Committee, you will bring significant senior financial expertise and experience gained in a large, complex organisation, enabling you to provide effective leadership to the Committee and ensure high standards of governance, assurance and financial stewardship. You will offer independent challenge and informed scrutiny to the Board, promote transparency in decision-making, and support the development and delivery of high-quality care.Your strong understanding of audit, risk management and assurance processes will enable you to build constructive relationships with internal and external auditors, Board colleagues and wider system partners. You will be an innovative and forward-looking leader with the authority and interpersonal skills to Chair a key Board committee, contributing to the Board’s collective responsibility for quality, performance and risk oversight. As a committed advocate for excellent patient care, you will champion the Trust’s values, foster a culture of inclusion, learning and continuous improvement, and bring a genuine commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion across the organisation.We provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”Our values are: “Caring, safe and excellent”At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:Excellent opportunities for career progressionIndividual and Trust wide learning and development27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceNHS DiscountPension schemeLease car schemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeMental Health First AidersStaff accommodation (waiting lists may apply)Staff networking and support groupsFor further details / informal visits contact: Name: Taff Gidi via Charlotte, Executive Assistant Job title: Executive Director of Corporate Affairs Email address: CorporateAffairs@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk Telephone number: 07741102795