Governance & Executive Support Assistant

Ashgate Hospice; Grassmoor; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashgate Hospice, based in North Derbyshire, provides palliative and end of life care for adults and supports families. This role supports the Board and Leadership Team with governance activities, including preparing agendas and accurate minutes, while ensuring meetings operate efficiently and within Terms of Reference.

The post emphasizes equality, diversity, and inclusion, with adjustments for disabilities and access to support services.

Qualifications

• Level 2 English and Maths or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meeting agendas for Board and sub-groups, produce high quality meeting minutes, and ensure meetings run smoothly per Terms of Reference.
• Provide high-quality executive support to the Board, Chief Executive and Leadership Team as required.

Skills

English Level 2

Job description

You will work closely with the Board, Chief Executive and Chairs of sub-groups/meetings to prepare meeting agendas, produce high quality meeting minutes and ensure all meetings run smooth and efficient in line with their Terms of Reference. You will provide high quality executive support to the Board, Chief Executive and members of the Leadership Team as required.

recruitment process. We offer reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities, neurodiverse conditions, or health needs. As part of our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion goals, we guarantee to shortlist disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. To support your success, well share interview questions with all will be shortlisted candidates in advance. Additional resources, like the Health Adjustment Passport and Access to Work scheme, are available to support adjustments or needs. For further guidance, you can also reach out to the Disability Employment Service or Reed in Partnership, Chesterfield Office. Our People Services team is happy to help with any questions about adjustments or accessibility. Person Specification Qualifications Essential

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Level 2 English and Maths or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Experience of working in a charity
• Experience of working in a charity
  Ashgate Hospice, based in North Derbyshire, offers free palliative and end of life care for adults with life-limiting or incurable illnesses, including cancer, neurological diseases, and advanced heart, kidney, and lung conditions. Last year, we cared for over 2,400 people. Our aim is to support our patients by keeping them informed, managing their symptoms, and improving their quality of life from diagnosis onwards. We also provide vital support to the people who are important to them, offering practical assistance and emotional support, including bereavement services. Were more than a care provider. Were a campaigner for sustainable end of life care funding in the UK, and we continually invest in our services and workforce.