About the role
The aims of the College, set out in our Royal Charter, are to advance the art and science of paediatrics, raise the standard of medical care provided to children, educate and examine those concerned with the health of children, advance the education of the public (and in particular medical practitioners) in child health which means the protection of children, the prevention of illness and disease in children and safeguarding their optimal development.
No two days are alike, but here's a snapshot of what is expected:
- Be an ambassador for the College, child health and paediatrics
- Represent the College, paediatrics and child health to members, external stakeholders, children and young people and the wider public across the UK and internationally
- Serve as a Trustee, taking joint responsibility for the College's long-term success and financial sustainability
- Work with and support the Chair of Trustees and Chief Executive Officer
- Chair the Council and Executive Group
- Uphold the values, decisions and policies of the College and be a role model to members and to paediatrics more broadly
In accordance with the Royal Charter, Bye-laws and Regulations, applicants must be Fellows of the RCPCH whose primary postal address is in the UK or Republic of Ireland. If the registered address is in the Republic of Ireland, the applicant must be a full paying RCPCH Fellow.
For full details, download the role description below.
Contacts
If you're interested in discussing the role, we strongly advise you contact the current President, Professor Steve Turner. You may also like to speak with Chair of the Board of Trustees, Joanne Shaw and the Chief Executive Officer, Ian Parrett. You can directly contact these individuals or you can request an appointment by emailing Belinda Grantham-Hill, Executive Assistant to CEO on belinda.granthamhill@rcpch.ac.uk.
If you have any questions about eligibility or the election that follows, email our Governance team on governance@rcpch.ac.uk.
Applying for the role and election
To apply for this role, complete our online form. You will be asked to provide:
- a personal statement of up to 500 words outlining your suitability and qualifications for the role
- the names and basic contact details of six RCPCH Fellows or Ordinary Members who support your application.
If we receive more than one eligible application, we will hold an election among the membership this autumn. Those eligible to vote online are Fellows, Senior Fellows, Ordinary Members, Senior Members and Honorary Fellows.