Chief Executive Officer

Job summary

Lead the future of healthcare at CDDFT

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in one of the UKs largest acute and community NHS Trusts?

County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) is searching for an exceptional Chief Executive to drive forward our mission of delivering safe, compassionate, high-quality joined-up care to the 650,000 people we serve across a wide and diverse geography.

With a dedicated team of over 8,000 hardworking colleagues working across hospitals and community settings, we are committed to placing people and communities at the heart of all we do.

With communities that span urban and rural areas, each with unique health and wellbeing needs, this role offers a rare opportunity to make a lasting difference in shaping services that truly matter.

Apply by: 02 January 2025

Shortlisting will take place on 03 January 2025

Interviews will take place on 9 January 2025

Please note this is an extention of the advert placed 10 December 2024

Find out more: www.cddft.nhs.uk

Main duties of the job

Why CDDFT?

Patients first:At CDDFT, patients are at the heart of everything we do. Every decision we make is guided by our commitment to putting patients first

A people-focused culture:We invest in, value, and support our workforce - because we know that a fulfilled workforce, means better patient care and outcomes

Innovation at our core: We embrace cutting-edge research and new approaches to ensure were always improving outcomes for our patients and local communities

Collaborative spirit:We work together with local organisations, partners, and the wider North East system, delivering integrated care and creating a healthier future together

Who were looking for: A leader with a passion for innovation, collaboration, and people. Someone who is ready to champion our values, nurture our workforce, and inspire our teams to deliver safe, compassionate and joined-up care that is right first time, every time.

Job responsibilities

If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager

You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks

We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.

We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented

We are unable to sponsor roles that do not meet the minimum salary requirements. please check the UK immigration skilled worker rules for information

Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents