The Aspiring Chairs Programme was set up to support NHS non-executive directors who would like to become NHS Board Chairs, increasing their understanding and awareness of the role.
In 2023 we launched our new programme for 10 non-Executives who were interested in the role of the Chair. The programme was designed to support people with the practical skills needed to become an NHS Board Chair. The programme is made up of:
Applications have closed for our 2024/25 programme and we have 11 new Aspiring Chairs from territorial and national Board from all over Scotland. The opening ceremony will take place in April where we will be joined by NHSS Board Chairs and Minister for Public Health and Women's Health, Jenni Minto.
Together, the panel sets out criteria for potential applicants, contribute to the recruitment process, reach out to host Boards, shape the programme and continually reflect on the progress of the programme.
Our 2023/24 sessions have had input from:
We are learning a lot from the first year of the Aspiring Chairs programme, for future programmes and for our wider Board Development support.