6. Trustee - Person Specification Requirements Essential/ Desirable Method of Assessment Skills and competencies Ability to exercise independent judgement. E A / I Ability to constructively challenge and to contribute to the development of strategy and policy. E A / I Ability to scrutinise the performance of management in meeting agreed goals, and to monitor the reporting of performance. E A / I Ability to analyse financial information, financial controls and risk management. D A / I Ability to ensure leadership and resources, especially the Chief Officer. E A / I Good written and verbal communication and active listening skills. E A / I Good information technology skills. D A / I Knowledge – type and depth Knowledge and awareness of the areas and communities with which the organisation works, and their key issues. D A / I Knowledge of health and happiness, health and social care, or community development. D A / I Learning and development – type and depth Discipline to follow learning, development or training through to completion. E A / I Experience – quality and relevance Broad and varied life experience. E A / I Experience of making significant or difficult decisions about an organisation. D A / I Significant experience of running a social enterprise or a commercial business. D A / I Experience of working effectively as a member of a high-level team. D A / I
Board members will be expected to abide fully with Healthwatch Salford’s code of conduct and maintain high standards of probity in keeping with the Seven Principles of Public Life as defined by the Nolan Committee (Selflessness, Integrity, Objectivity, Accountability, Openness, Honesty and Leadership). Board members will also be expected to present a positive image of the Board and Healthwatch Salford at external events. Training Board members are encouraged to identify personal training and development needs, and seek opportunities for development, attending training events as required. Specific training will be offered which is relevant to the role of the Healthwatch Salford Board members. Committee meetings and Working Groups There will be various Committee meetings of the Board from time to time, that Board members may be required to participate in, as well as periodic working groups. Preparation time All Board members will need to be able to allocate time for reading reports and preparing for Board Meetings (and where appropriate committee meetings and working groups). Other possible attendance All Board members will be expected to attend other; events, associated meetings e.g. attending conferences, Board away days, seminars and other Healthwatch related events, to increase their knowledge base and share good practice within Healthwatch Salford. Healthwatch Salford Board positions are voluntary and unpaid but reasonable expenses may be considered. This is because some members may be in receipt of certain benefits, which may be threatened if a member receives money for being part of the Board 8. Frequently Asked Questions For legal reasons some people are barred from being a Trustee/Director and these include: Anyone under the age of 16. There is no maximum age limit Anyone who has been convicted of an offence involving deception or dishonesty unless the conviction is spent