DORSET County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is on the lookout for two new non-executive directors to join its board.

Applications are invited from people with board or senior-level experience and expertise in accountancy and/or commerce, and those who are established figures in the local community.

Trust chairman Dr Jeffrey Ellwood said: “We are looking for exceptional individuals who are passionate about and committed to improving the standards of clinical care.”

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 210,000.

The deadline for applications is 28 February 28, with interviews being held on April 4.

Enquiries to Dr Jeffrey Ellwood on 01305 254643.