Head of Chair and Chief Executive Office

Job summary

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic individual as Head of Chair and CEO Office at Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust.

This pivotal role leads our corporate governance function, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory standards, and provides high-level support to the Board, Chair, and Chief Executive. You will manage the Board Assurance Framework, corporate risk registers, and oversee the private office operations. Acting as secretary to the Board and its committees, you will ensure seamless coordination of governance, risk, and executive support. This high-profile role requires discretion, professionalism, and excellent communication skills. This post is full-time, Monday to Friday, 09:0017:00, but at times there may be requirements to work flexible to meet the demands of the post. The postholder will be based at Kings Court 2, however there will be travel across the two counties and at times flexibility to work from home.

The banding for this post is currently subject to approval.

Please note the Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to work for this role, to apply you must have current right to work in the UK status.

Main duties of the job

The main duties of the role include coordinating the Chair and CEO`s private office, managing diaries, emails, and team oversight. Prepare and support Board and committee meetings, including agendas, minutes, and action tracking. Maintain the Board Assurance Framework and corporate risk registers. Provide governance advice and ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory standards. Liaise with senior leaders, regulators, and external bodies. Lead a small team, promoting professionalism and development. Present complex information clearly and confidently. Manage budgets and ensure effective use of resources. Handle sensitive information with discretion. Support Board member induction and development.

About us

At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.

We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.

What we offer;

• 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
• Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
• Flexible and agile working opportunities
• Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
• Wide range of supportive staff networks
• Health and wellbeing opportunities

If you would like to know more, please visit our website.

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Employer details

Employer name

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

2 Kings Court

Charles Hastings Way

Worcester

Worcestershire

WR5 1JR

Employer's website

https://www.hacw.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

2 Kings Court

Charles Hastings Way

Worcester

Worcestershire

WR5 1JR

Employer's website

https://www.hacw.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)

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