NHS AYRSHIRE & ARRAN
NHS Ayrshire & Arran actively works in partnership with our local population, our patients, our staff and colleagues across three Health and Social Care Partnerships in East, North and South Ayrshire, three Councils, three Community Planning Partnerships and the third sector to meet the needs of local communities across Ayrshire and Arran. For a number of specialist services we rely on regional arrangements with neighbouring Health Boards. We have strong links with local educational providers such as the University of the West of Scotland and Ayrshire College.
You can find more general information about NHS Ayrshire & Arran here .
THE BOARD
The board’s role is to deliver high quality, person-centred care and to improve the health and wellbeing of the people of Ayrshire & Arran through robust, accountable and corporate governance systems. We set strategic aims, hold executives to account for the delivery of those aims, determine the level of risk the board is willing to accept, influence the organisation’s culture, and engage with stakeholders on the stewardship of public money and the priorities of the board. In doing so, NHS Ayrshire & Arran provides a vast range of health services to more than a quarter of a million people.
As a non-executive board member, you would be expected to make a full contribution to the work of the board, including participation in its governance committees. More information on the responsibilities of board members is available in the applicant information pack.
OUTREACH EVENTS
Two online information sessions will be held with the Board Vice Chair on Thursday 16 th July, 6.30 to 7.30 pm and Monday 20 th July 6.30 – 7.30pm.
If you are interested in attending either of these sessions please email [email protected] to request a meeting link.
The Board Vice Chair of NHS Ayrshire & Arran has provided a video to support the recruitment drive, which can be accessed through this link: https://youtu.be/CucsiI_CYdc
To apply for these roles, follow these instructions:
Late applications, and those without a supporting statement or 2-page career history, cannot be considered by the panel.
REMUNERATION AND TIME COMMITMENT
These positions attract a remuneration rate of £16,244 per annum , plus reasonable expenses. The time commitment will vary week to week, but you must be able to make a firm commitment to spend on average 8 hours per week (52 days per year) on board business. Appointment will be for 4 years.
EQUALITY STATEMENT
Scottish Ministers value highly the benefits of diverse Public Body Boards. People from all walks of life are encouraged to apply for public appointments.
Find out more about our commitment to diversity and how we offer and support recruitment adjustments for anyone who needs them.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Find out more about public appointments here: Public appointments .
If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the appointments process or further support with your application, please contact the Public Appointments Team by email at [email protected] .
ABOUT US
Public appointments are made by Scottish ministers. The appointments process is regulated by the Ethical Standards Commissioner you can find out more about the Commissioner here: Public appointments | Ethical Standards Commissioner .
The closing date for applications is 5pm on Monday 3rd August 2026.
