Healthwatch Doncaster are looking for new members to join our Board

What is Healthwatch Doncaster?

Healthwatch was established under the Health and Social Care Act 2012 to understand the needs, experiences and concerns of people who use health and social care services and to speak out on their behalf. We exist on a national and local level, working towards the same goal of enabling people to have a voice about their health and social care systems.

Responsibilities of Board Members 

Healthwatch Doncaster Board are responsible for the governance of Healthwatch
Doncaster.

The Board’s key role is to direct and control the work of the organisation to:

• Determine the strategic direction and policies
• Ensure the activities of Healthwatch Doncaster reflect the diverse communities of Doncaster, not just the views of majority groups or the most high profile issues
• Establish and oversee control and risk management operations
• Ensure that Healthwatch Doncaster achieves its aims and objectives
• Oversee operational management and ensure the implementation of Board policies

What are we looking for?

Healthwatch Doncaster Board members are expected to follow and demonstrate the
seven principles of public life (also known as the Nolan Principles).
We are particularly interested in people with the following skill sets:

• Governance
• Business
• Legal
• Diverse Communities

In addition, the following criteria should be met:

• Previous Board member experience and a good understanding of how a Board operates
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage with people at all levels across the community
• Analytical skills and awareness with the ability to understand complex problems and influence policy to bring about change
• Good relationship skills and the ability to act on behalf of others and to motivate people to achieve positive outcomes
• Awareness of current health and social care issues facing residents in Doncaster with an understanding of the role of relevant public bodies and how public engagement can influence them

Board members will promote the organisation at key events and other meetings and
establish relationships with partners and stakeholders to enhance the reputation of
Healthwatch Doncaster.

Please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have.

All applications must be sent to [email protected].