The reappointment process
In the NHS
Chairs and non-executives are appointed for a fixed period not exceeding four years. They may be considered for reappointment for a second term without an open competition; however there is no guarantee of reappointment. A third term of office will invariably require an open competition. The Commissioner for Public Appointments states that no-one can serve for more than ten years in the same position in the same organisation.
Chairs and non-executives are eligible to be considered for uncontested re-appointment provided they have a record of consistently good performance. However, as indicated in the terms and conditions of appointment, there is no automatic right to be re-appointed.
The information considered by the Commission will include the recommendation of the chair, the non-executive’s performance appraisal, and the organisation’s performance. The Commission may also consider the performance of the organisation as a whole and the non-executive team in particular in terms of skills, experience and geographical representation, to ensure the future needs of the organisation are met.
In other bodies
The Commission can provide advice and support services to central or sponsor teams in health and across Government on many aspects of public appointments including reappointment, termination of appointments and training services.
To discuss how we might work together, please contact Jan Nottingham: jan.nottingham@appointments.org.uk.