Board & Executive Support Specialist

Ashgate Hospice; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Flexible working approach

Cycle to Work scheme

Health Cash Plan

Free access to Rewards

Pension with employer contribution

Life assurance

Training opportunities

Free onsite parking

Onsite café discounts

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Ashgate Hospice in North Derbyshire is seeking a Governance & Executive Support Assistant to help drive effective governance and high-quality care. You’ll support the Board and Leadership Team, manage complex calendars, prepare meeting papers and minutes, and coordinate executive correspondence.

This role is not patient-facing but is essential to our mission. We value IT proficiency, clear communication, and a proactive approach.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting a Board and Senior Management.
• Excellent IT skills and strong organisational abilities.
• Outstanding communication and teamwork.
• Flexible, proactive approach with alignment to Ashgate's values.

Responsibilities

• Provide governance and secretariat support to the Board and governance groups, ensuring compliance with the Articles of Association.
• Support the Board, Chief Executive and Leadership Team with executive tasks and diary management.
• Prepare meeting agendas, quality assure papers, and produce accurate minutes.
• Coordinate complex calendars, arrange meetings, and handle executive correspondence.

Skills

IT skills

Board support

Diary management

Communication

Organisational skills

Job description

Ashgate Hospice in North Derbyshire is seeking a Governance & Executive Support Assistant to help drive effective governance and high-quality care. You’ll support the Board and Leadership Team, manage complex calendars, prepare meeting papers and minutes, and coordinate executive correspondence.

This role is not patient-facing but is essential to our mission. We value IT proficiency, clear communication, and a proactive approach.