People & Organisational Development Initiative of the Year

Board Affiliate Pilot Programme : Buckinghamshire Healthcare Trust

What?
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust have created a new leadership role in their organisation. This unique role has not been utilised before in NHS management and leadership training. It has had great success in our organisation.

Who?
A Board Affiliate is a member of the frontline workforce who has a dual role, working both clinically, and in a role that mirrors a non-executive director on our Trust Board.

Who does it serve?
This role embeds the voice of our frontline workforce into Boardroom discussions, focusing conversation on patient care. It also provides an important development opportunity for future NHS leaders.