At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate and manage governance processes for our Board and senior leaders.
- Company: Join St John's Hospice, a respected local charity dedicated to holistic care.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, competitive salary, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a passionate team focused on patient care.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact in your community while developing your organisational skills.
- Qualifications: Strong administrative experience and excellent communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 21871 - 22542 £ per year.
As our dedicated Corporate Secretary prepares for retirement, we are looking for someone to build on that strong foundation in our newly developed role of Board & Executive Administrator. This role matters: Every important decision made at St John's Hospice helps ensure local people and their loved ones receive specialist care and support when they need it most. Behind those decisions is strong governance, clear communication and effective administration that enables our Board of Trustees, Chief Executive and Senior Management Team to lead with confidence.
Working at the heart of the Hospice, this role provides the coordination, organisation and governance expertise that help our Trustees and senior leaders fulfil their responsibilities effectively. We are looking for an experienced, highly organised and discreet professional to provide expert coordination and administration to our Trustees, Chief Executive and Senior Management Team. You will help ensure our governance processes are accurate, well-managed and clearly documented, supporting the smooth running of Board and committee activity and enabling effective communication across the Hospice.
This role would suit someone with strong administrative or governance experience, excellent written communication skills and the confidence to work with senior stakeholders. You will be comfortable managing multiple priorities, handling sensitive information and producing high-quality documentation with accuracy and professionalism.
Key role information:
- The role is for 30 hours per week, which can be worked flexibly to suit the right candidate.
- Occasional evening work includes attending and managing Board and committee meetings (usually quarterly).
- The role will also provide administrative support to the Palliative Care Educator.
At St John's Hospice, you'll become part of a passionate team dedicated to providing specialist holistic care and support to patients and families across our community. If you are looking for an opportunity to use your organisational skills to make a meaningful contribution to a respected local charity, we'd love to hear from you.
Informal enquiries are welcome, please get in touch with the HR team, on 01524 382538, or email jobs@sjhospice.org.uk. This post is subject to a standard DBS check. The cost of this check is currently £26.30 and this will be deducted from the successful applicant's first salary payment.
Role Type: Permanent
Pay: £21,871.20 - £22,542.00 per annum pro rata (based on 30 hours per week, dependent upon pension scheme)
Holiday:
Pension: St John’s Hospice Pension Scheme (St John’s pays an 8% employer contribution) or NHS Pension may be continued subject to eligibility
Closing Date: Sunday 2nd August 2026
We look forward to hearing from you soon.
Board & Executive Administrator in Lancaster employer: St John's Hospice
St John’s Hospice is an exceptional employer, dedicated to providing compassionate end-of-life care in the South Lakes area. With a strong focus on employee development, our supportive work culture fosters professional growth through ongoing training and supervision, ensuring that every team member can make a meaningful impact in patients' lives. Join us in a role where your contributions are valued, and experience the unique advantage of working within a community-focused environment that prioritises dignity, kindness, and respect for all.
