Job summary
- Main area
- Admin
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Job share
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 247-SS-CGO-0726
- Employer
- East of England Ambulance Service Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Melbourn
- Town
- Melbourn
- Salary
- £32,073 - £39,043 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 04/08/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Corporate Governance Officer
NHS AfC: Band 5
EEAST is a great place to work, great people, great career opportunities and a career that can take you anywhere. No two days are the same, if you are looking for a varied and supportive environment EEAST can offer you that and more!
Hear why our employees think it is such a great place to work:
- Great employee benefits: https://www.eastamb.nhs.uk/join-the-team/working-for-us/employee-benefits
- Our equality networks: https://www.eastamb.nhs.uk/about-us/equality-diversity-and-inclusion/our-equality-networks
- Our vision & values: https://www.eastamb.nhs.uk/about-us/our-vision-and-value
Before you apply, please visit our how to apply page for full guidance: https://www.eastamb.nhs.uk/join-the-team/working-for-us/how-to-apply
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Job overview
The postholder will provide administrative and coordination support to the Corporate Governance team. They will help ensure that governance processes run smoothly and that information is accurate, timely and well‑presented. This includes supporting Board and Committee activities, maintaining governance calendars, monitoring the governance mailbox, and raising purchase orders for the team.
Main duties of the job
Please see the attached job description and person specification regarding the main duties of this Corporate Governance Officer vacancy.
Working for our organisation
You'll have the opportunity to work in one of the most diverse regions in the country, with the vibrant capital city just a stone's throw away and the invigorating North Sea coast to the east.
The East of England offers a unique blend of innovation and opportunity, surrounded by picturesque countryside, historic towns, and quick access to both the bustling capital and serene coastlines.
At EEAST we bring together all our skills to provide 24 hour, 365 days a year urgent care to those in need of emergency and non-emergency medical treatment and transport in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire.
We are always looking to innovate our approaches and work together to offer the best possible patient care across our counties.
We aim to represent and value the diversity of our local communities through our workforce and service provision. We therefore positively encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as Black, Asian, or other ethnic groups, individuals with a Disability, or LGBTQ+ individuals who meet the specific criteria.
We at EEAST want to support our employees achieve a balance between work and other priorities, such as caring responsibilities, family commitments, further learning, and other interests. We therefore welcome flexible working requests.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides an in-depth overview that will give you a clear and detailed picture of what the position entails.
Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to receiving an unconditional offer, if full employment checks cannot be achieved (this will include existing and unserved disciplinary sanctions), then your offer may be withdrawn.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached)
Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement - Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification.
Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Degree or equivalent experience.
Desirable criteria
- Training or qualification in administration, governance, business support or related areas.
- Governance qualification or relevant professional development.
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience supporting meetings or preparing documentation.
- Experience supporting Board or Committee administration.
- Experience using Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams).
- Experience managing shared inboxes or monitoring mailboxes.
Desirable criteria
- Experience maintaining statutory registers.
- Experience raising Purchase Orders or willingness to learn quickly.
- Experience in NHS or public‑sector administration.
Skills & Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Confident using digital systems, including shared drives and file management tools.
Personal Qualities, Abilities and Attributes
Essential criteria
- Ability to travel to Trust sites if required.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Kevin Roos
- Job title
- Executive Support Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07736627187
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