Governance Secretary
National Star is now looking to appoint a Governance Secretary to further support and coordinate the administration of its governance activities.
Job details
Salary
FTE £33,000 (Actual c £26,756 pa)
Role type
All Year Post, Part Time
Hours of work
30 hrs weekly, 52 weeks (0.8 FTE)
Location
Ullenwood
Contract type
Permanent
Contract
All year post
Closing date
08/11/2024
Interview date
13th November 2024
Job description
National Star provides specialist further education, training, personal development and residential services for people with physical and learning disabilities and acquired brain injuries.
Having undergone a period of review of the charity’s governance, with a strengthening of the committee structure and membership of Trustees and Governors, National Star is now looking to appoint a Governance Secretary to further support and coordinate the administration of its governance activities.
The Governance Secretary’s primary responsibility will be to provide high-level administrative and secretarial support to the organisation’s governing bodies and committees. You will play a crucial role in ensuring effective governance and the smooth operation of board and committee meetings.
With proven knowledge and experience in a similar governance or company secretarial role, you will be a proactive, enthusiastic person with excellent organisational and administerial skills with a keen eye for detail and the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
As you will be working collaboratively with volunteer board and committee members, and other stakeholders, strong interpersonal skills will be essential, with the ability to build positive relationships.
You will be based at our picturesque Ullenwood campus and work 30 hrs per week. There will be the potential to attend other National Star locations and some hybrid working.
Closing date for applications is 8th November with interviews held on 13th November.
About us
National Star is a growing charity with more than 1,200 staff based in England and Wales. Established more than 50 years ago, we’ve supported hundreds of young people with disabilities to achieve their potential.
How we will reward you
Our Golden Hello
It’s motivating to feel valued at work. That’s why all new staff will receive a ‘Golden Hello’ up to the value of £250 for full-time staff (pro-rata for part-time employees) upon successful completion of their probation.
Staff benefits
Fantastic career development opportunities and comprehensive induction programme - theory and practical
Staff minibus from Cheltenham and Gloucester to our Ullenwood site Monday to Friday.
Award-winning training
Use of fitness suite and swimming pool and staff clubs.
Westfield medical cover
Life insurance cover
Employee helpline
Contributory pension scheme
Opportunity to purchase a TOTUM discount card
Employee discounts at attractions, high street retailers, supermarkets, utilities and motoring, plus much more