Ashgate Hospicecare

Governance & Executive Support Assistants - 2 Vacancies

The closing date is 06 April 2026

Job summary

We are looking for x2 Governance & Executive Support Assistants to join our hospice team and play an important role in supporting strong leadership, effective governance and high-quality care for the people and families we serve. Our Governance Team is a small but a passionate group that helps keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes, making sure we deliver our strategy and in turn delivering the best possible care.

Main duties of the job

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.

About us

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. 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.

Details

Date posted

13 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience circa £32,000 Full-Time Equivalent

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share

Reference number

ASH1184192

Job locations

Ashgate Hospice

Ashgate Road

Old Brampton

Chesterfield

S42 7JD


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please review the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more details about the role. If youd like to learn more, feel free to contact Heidi Golden at 01246 568 801 or email Heidi.golden@ashgatehospice.org.uk. Youre also welcome to arrange a visit to the hospice to see what its like to work with us.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please review the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more details about the role. If youd like to learn more, feel free to contact Heidi Golden at 01246 568 801 or email Heidi.golden@ashgatehospice.org.uk. Youre also welcome to arrange a visit to the hospice to see what its like to work with us.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Level 2 English and Maths or equivalent experience
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Level 2 English and Maths or equivalent experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Ashgate Hospicecare

Address

Ashgate Hospice

Ashgate Road

Old Brampton

Chesterfield

S42 7JD


Employer's website

https://www.ashgatehospicecare.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Ashgate Hospicecare

Address

Ashgate Hospice

Ashgate Road

Old Brampton

Chesterfield

S42 7JD


Employer's website

https://www.ashgatehospicecare.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of Corporate Governance

Heidi Golden

Heidi.Golden@ashgatehospice.org.uk

01246568801

Details

Date posted

13 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience circa £32,000 Full-Time Equivalent

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share

Reference number

ASH1184192

Job locations

Ashgate Hospice

Ashgate Road

Old Brampton

Chesterfield

S42 7JD


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