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We'd love for you to join us!

We're a small but busy team here at the Patients Association and we're always looking for talented and passionate people to work for us. Between us we have a diverse range of experiences and backgrounds working in and with the NHS and other care providers.

If you're interested in joining our bid to improve health and care, check here for vacancies.


Current vacancies

Chair

We are seeking a compelling and charismatic leader to become the next Chair of The Patients Association. We are looking for an exceptional individual, with vision, sound judgement and an inclusive, respectful leadership style, with the ability to engage and influence at the highest levels.

As our Chair you will share a passion for our cause. You will be a compelling and charismatic leader, with vision and sound judgement.

Possessing expert knowledge of charity governance, or governance in a statutory or public organisation, you will demonstrate an inclusive and empowering leadership style, enabling high quality decision making and the ability to lead an engaged and effective board

You will have well-established, influential networks, comfortable performing in an outward facing, ambassadorial role in a politically charged and complex stakeholder environment.

If your values match our values, if you feel passionate about the importance of voice and experience of patients shaping services, then we would warmly welcome your application and look forward to speaking and meeting with you.

Find out more and apply

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