Overview
Step into your role with clarity, confidence, and impact
This two-day induction course is tailored for new and aspiring non- executive directors (NEDs) in NHS trusts and foundation trusts. Delivered in partnership with NHS England, it offers a comprehensive introduction to the role, responsibilities, and expectations of NEDs operating in today’s NHS.
Through expert insights and peer discussion, this course equips participants with the context, confidence and practical knowledge they need to contribute meaningfully from day one.
Key takeaways
- Gain a clear understanding of the NED role within NHS trust boards, including duties, behaviours and core responsibilities.
- Learn how NHS providers operate within the wider health and care system.
- Explore the challenges and opportunities facing boards in the current NHS landscape.
- Engage in peer learning and build connections with other NEDs from across the country.
- Understand how to contribute to board-level decision-making, holding executives to account while supporting effective governance.
Why this matters
NEDs play a vital role in shaping trust strategy, providing scrutiny, and ensuring accountability. As the NHS faces continued pressures and transformation, the demands on boards are growing. This induction ensures that new NEDs are well prepared to step into their roles with clarity and confidence, supporting strong governance and high-quality care.
I attended this programme myself as a new NED just over two years ago and cannot commend it highly enough. Has formed a key part for me in how I conduct the role and I urge any new NEDs to take part.
Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
What we'll cover
- An up-to-date overview of the NHS policy landscape.
- NHS governance and the responsibilities of NEDs.
- The board's role in managing risk.
- A policy overview of NHS finances and funding.
- An introduction to oversight and support from NHS England.
- The role of Care Quality Commission in regulation.
- The board's role in race equality.
- Developing your impact as a newly appointed non-executive director.
- The opportunity for you to meet and network with peers from other organisations.
This is a two-day event and delegates are expected to attend both days. Estimated timings are 9:15am to 4:30pm on day one and 9:15am to 4pm on day two (subject to change).
Trainers
Mrunal Sisodia OBE
Associate - Board Development Programme
NHS Providers
Mrunal Sisodia OBE is the chair of the East of England Ambulance Service Trust, a position he has held since June 2023. In this role Mrunal is responsible for the board of an organisation that works across six integrated care systems and provides urgent and emergency care for over 6 million people. Mrunal is also the chair of the NHS England Parent Carer and Families Network, which brings together parents and carers from across the NHS Long Term Plan children's workstreams to ensure that their views and experiences are represented. In this capacity, Mrunal sits on the NHS England Children's board.
Emily Newton
Policy Advisor - Systems
NHS Providers
Sandy Cook
Policy Advisor - Finance
NHS Providers
Peter Howie
Associate - Board Development Programme
NHS Providers
Sir Julian Hartley
Chief Executive
Care Quality Commission
Miranda Carter
Associate - Board Development Programme
NHS Providers
Asmina Islam Chowdhury
Programme Development Manager - Race Equality
NHS Providers
Carl Smith
Associate - Board Development Programme
NHS Providers
Pricing
Open to NHS Providers members, associate members and non-members.
Member: £620 (ex VAT) | £744 (incl. VAT)
Associate Member: £775 (ex VAT) | £930 (incl. VAT)
Non Member: £930 (ex VAT) | £1116 (incl. VAT)
You will need to provide a purchase order number at booking to confirm your place on this course. Card payments are also accepted.
Follow the 'Book now' link at the top of this page to book your place. You will need to create an account if you have not already done so.
Who should attend
- New NEDs who are less than six-nine months in post.
- Aspiring NEDs.
