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Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Government & Politics
    People, HR & Administration

AI generated summary

  • You must have strong organizational, communication, and minute-taking skills, the ability to multitask under pressure, and maintain confidentiality while supporting Board activities.
  • You will support the governance team, assist with board operations, manage communications, maintain records, and produce minutes while promoting corporate governance standards.

Requirements

  • Previous applicants need not apply
  • Please be aware that this role is not eligible for sponsorship
  • The post requires the use of excellent organisational, time management and prioritisation skills along with highly developed communication and formal minute-taking skills.
  • The ability to exercise initiative and to deal with multiple tasks is essential; whilst many tasks are regular and pre-programmed there are unplanned requirements to be met in often tight and challenging timescales.
  • The post holder will establish and maintain proactive communication with colleagues at all levels, within and outside the organisation and will be required to maintain the highest standards of confidentiality at all times.
  • The post holder will provide admin support to the Board and/or its sub-Committees, including securing room bookings, drafting agendas and compiling and circulating paper packs.
  • Accurate formal minutes will need to be produced, and action plans and bring forward systems kept updated.
  • Other tasks involved with the role include supporting a Board service visits programme, maintaining registers such as declarations of interests and hospitality, and maintaining the corporate governance web presence.
  • We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.
  • Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups.
  • If you’d like to discuss your application, please ask.
  • We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.
  • LSCFT support flexible working.

Responsibilities

  • The postholder will work as part of the Corporate Governance Team, led by the Company Secretary to establish, develop and maintain arrangements and procedures for the sound corporate governance of the Trust.
  • Predominantly this role will support the Assistant Company Secretary in ensuring that the Trust Board, Council of Governors and Foundation Trust Membership works effectively and efficiently within the constitutional framework of the Foundation Trust.
  • The post holder will promote the highest standards of good corporate governance and seek to identify opportunities for continuing improvement.
  • The post holder will be required to work on identified projects to develop and implement good governance practice and processes across the service.
  • The post holder will establish and maintain proactive communication with colleagues at all levels, within and outside the organisation and will be required to maintain the highest standards of confidentiality at all times.
  • The post holder also provides personal assistant functions to the Trust’s non-executive directors and cross-cover within the corporate governance team.
  • The post holder will provide admin support to the Board and/or its sub-Committees, including securing room bookings, drafting agendas and compiling and circulating paper packs.
  • Accurate formal minutes will need to be produced, and action plans and bring forward systems kept updated.
  • Other tasks involved with the role include supporting a Board service visits programme, maintaining registers such as declarations of interests and hospitality, and maintaining the corporate governance web presence.

FAQs

Is this position eligible for sponsorship?

No, this role is not eligible for sponsorship.

Can previous applicants apply for this position?

No, previous applicants need not apply.

What is the primary responsibility of the Corporate Governance Officer?

The primary responsibility is to support the Assistant Company Secretary in ensuring that the Trust Board, Council of Governors, and Foundation Trust Membership work effectively within the constitutional framework of the Foundation Trust.

What skills are required for this position?

The role requires excellent organisational, time management, prioritisation skills, highly developed communication skills, and formal minute-taking skills.

Will the Corporate Governance Officer be responsible for taking minutes?

Yes, the post holder will be required to produce accurate formal minutes and maintain action plans and bring forward systems.

What types of support will the Corporate Governance Officer provide?

The officer will provide administrative support to the Board and its sub-Committees, assist with securing room bookings, drafting agendas, and compiling and circulating paper packs.

Does LSCFT value diversity and inclusion?

Yes, LSCFT values diversity and inclusion and actively welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

Are flexible working arrangements available for this role?

Yes, LSCFT supports flexible working and is open to arrangements such as part-time, compressed hours, and flexi-time.

Who can I contact for more information about the role?

You can contact Dominique Reynolds, Senior Corporate Governance Officer, at Dominique.Reynolds@lscft.nhs.uk for further details or informal visits.

What is the role of the Corporate Governance Officer in maintaining registers?

The post holder will be responsible for maintaining registers such as declarations of interests and hospitality.

Is there a focus on continuous improvement in corporate governance practices?

Yes, the post holder is expected to promote high standards of good corporate governance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

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Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

Supporting Health and Wellbeing

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2002
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health, learning disability, and substance misuse services across Lancashire and South Cumbria. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care to improve mental and emotional well-being. Their purpose is to support individuals in their recovery and promote mental health through integrated, compassionate care and community engagement.