A NEW chairman is being sought for York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

As the current chairman, Alan Rose, reaches his allowed terms of office, the trust is looking for someone with board- level experience gained in a large organisation who has the commitment and personal interest in enhancing health services across the community.

The salary for the role is being advertised as £55,000 per annum.

Patrick Crowley, chief executive of the trust, said: “The chairman will provide leadership, support and challenge to the trust as the organisation looks to build on the good work of Alan and the board of directors.”

To be eligible for the role, candidates must qualify to be a member of the NHS Foundation Trust. Applications are open until November 7.

Anyone interested in applying should look at the full advert on NHS Jobs (www.jobs.nhs.uk - vacancy reference number 419-Y14-5000) or contact Will Thornton, recruit-ment manager on 01904 725631 or email will.thornton@york.nhs.uk