Could YOU be a Voluntary Sector Partner Governor?
Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is managed by a Board of Directors, supported by input from the Council of Governors and Non-Executive Directors.
The Council of Governors plays a vital role ensuring that communities’ needs are taken into account in the planning of health services.
Derbyshire Voluntary Action acts as the appointing body for the Trust’s two Voluntary Sector Partner Governors. One of these positions is currently vacant, presenting an exciting opportunity for a new Partner Governor to join the Council and help shape the future of healthcare in our community.
A brief description of what the role involves:
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- Governors serve for an initial period of 3 years and are eligible for reappointment for 9 years
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- It is a voluntary role (travel expenses are paid)
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- A DBS check is required
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- Governors sign a Code of Conduct
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- There a 7 Council of Governor meetings a year usually lasting 3 hours (some reading time is required prior to the meeting)
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- Commitment to the role varies depending on how involved you are – minimum commitment would be approximately a day a month
The documents below give more detail about the role.
Partner Governor Frequently Asked Questions
What is the role of a Partner Governor?
Some of the ways you can benefit from being an active Governor…
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- Access to high level training in skills needed to be a Governor internally and via other NHS providers. These skills, such as understanding complex systems and making the most of meetings, can help you in your career and personal life.
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- Building communication skills and interacting with others.
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- Being part of friendly group of like-minded people working for the good of their family, friends and community.
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- Getting to understand the NHS and its interaction with other public services, building your knowledge of how our society operates and how you can influence it.
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- Knowing the difference you make to the lives of others.
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- Increasing the effectiveness of your appointing organisation by promoting partnership with the Trust.
Could YOU be a Voluntary Sector Partner Governor?
If you are interested in being nominated for the role of Voluntary Sector Partner Governor please send an expression of interest to info@dva.org.uk explaining why you would like to take on the role (maximum 200 words).
Closing date is 5pm Friday 21st November 2025.