Chair

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust Chair The closing date is 12 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an outstanding individual to become its next Chair. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead one of the UK's largest and most successful NHS foundation trusts at a pivotal time for healthcare, research and innovation. The successful candidate must satisfy the NHS Fit and Proper Persons standard. To apply for this role, all applicants must: Send your application directly to Korn Ferry, comprising: o A CV detailing your qualifications, employment history, skills and experience o A covering letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role Please email these documents to: ApplicationsKF@kornferry.com Please do not submit an application via TRAC Main duties of the job The Chair will lead the Board of Directors and Council of Governors, providing strategic leadership and ensuring the Trust continues to deliver its ambitious vision of Better, Faster, Fairer Healthcare for All . Working closely with the Chief Executive, governors, staff, patients and partners, the successful candidate will champion high-quality patient care, innovation, research, strong governance and collaborative system leadership. We are looking for an individual with substantial board-level leadership experience, strong strategic and partnership-building skills, a commitment to equality, inclusion and good governance, and the ability to inspire confidence across a wide range of stakeholders. About us The Trust includes Guy's Hospital, St Thomas' Hospital, Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton Hospital and Harefield Hospital, employs around 23,900 staff and provides more than 3.1 million patient contacts annually. Details Date posted 23 September 2026 Pay scheme Very senior manager (VSM) Salary Depending on experience £71,250 per annum based on three days a week. Contract Fixed term Duration 4 years Working pattern Part-time Reference number 196-SMT1836D-A Job locations Gassiot House London SE1 9RT United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Please consult the attached candidate brief £71,250 per annum based on three days a week. This figure is subject to the national NHS framework and final approval at the appointment stage. Job description Job responsibilities Please consult the attached candidate brief £71,250 per annum based on three days a week. This figure is subject to the national NHS framework and final approval at the appointment stage. Person Specification For full role requirements Essential please consult the attached candidate brief Person Specification For full role requirements Essential please consult the attached candidate brief Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April