Chief Executive Officer | Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Chief Executive Officer | Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Full-Time 75000 - 117800 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead transformation and improvement in health services across Greater Manchester.
  • Company: Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust, dedicated to high-quality care.
  • Benefits: Flexible working, generous leave, and a competitive benefits package.
  • Other info: Join a supportive culture that values care, appreciation, and inspiration.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on health outcomes for over one million people.
  • Qualifications: Significant leadership experience in complex health and care environments.

The predicted salary is between 75000 - 117800 £ per year.

About this job

Our Chief Executive, Dr Owen Williams OBE, will be stepping down in September and we are seeking a compassionate and inspirational leader to shape the next phase of our improvement and transformation journey. You will lead a motivated and committed Executive team and embed an open culture underpinned by continuous improvement and strong partnerships across the organisation and the Greater Manchester system. You will embody our values – care, appreciate and inspire – championing leadership behaviours grounded in integrity, inclusivity, and transparency.

Working in close partnership with colleagues across our footprints, you will enable more integrated, population‑focused services that promote prevention, wellbeing and the reduction of inequalities. We are looking for a leader who brings significant experience at, or close to, Chief Executive level gained within complex health and care environments, with a track record of leading transformation and delivering sustainable, improved quality outcomes. Skilled in quickly building trusted relationships across a wide range of stakeholders and a visible leader, you will inspire staff, partners and the public alike. Above all, you will bring resilience, authenticity, and a deep commitment to improving experience, outcomes and equity for our workforce and the patients and populations they serve.

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives. As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners.

Values: care, appreciate and inspire

Benefits: In return we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. By joining us you can access a competitive benefits package, including a generous annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve a better work‑life balance.

Additional information: We are a proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme.

Chief Executive Officer | Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust employer: Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a compassionate and inclusive work environment that prioritises the wellbeing of both staff and patients. With a strong commitment to continuous improvement and professional development, employees benefit from a competitive package that includes generous leave, flexible working options, and a focus on health and wellbeing. Located in Salford, this role offers the unique opportunity to lead transformative healthcare initiatives that directly impact over one million lives across Greater Manchester.

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