About this role
Job summary
These are exciting times at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH). Our Vision is simple but powerful: Healthier Together - Delivering Exceptional Care for All. This vision shapes everything we do, driving our ambition to deliver the best outcomes for patients while creating a supportive, respectful and empowering environment for colleagues. Our values and behaviours, known as We Care, are brought to life through the DBTH Way.
As part of this journey, we are seeking an exceptional Company Secretary to support DBTH on its continuing journey to strengthen leadership, governance and organisational effectiveness, providing expert governance advice and support at the heart of our DBTH Team.We are looking for someone who is calm, credible and forward-thinking, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to build confidence and trusted relationships with board members, governors and colleagues across the organisation.
Please note interviews will be held on the 2nd July 2026.
Main duties of the job
As the successful candidate, you will play a central role in ensuring strong and effective corporate governance across the Trust, providing high-quality support to the Board of Directors, Council of Governors and Executive Team.
You will lead a small team and be someone who is practical, proactive and delivery-focused, with the ability to work accurately and effectively in a fast-paced and complex environment.Working closely with the Chair, Chief Executive, Board of Directors and Council of Governors, you will help ensure the Trust complies with all relevant legal, constitutional and regulatory requirements associated with Foundation Trust status.You will also make a significant contribution to the effectiveness of the Board and Council of Governors by providing clear, professional advice and support on a wide range of governance and legislative matters.This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with the Chair, Chief Executive and senior leadership team, contributing directly to the leadership and direction of the Trust.For an informal discussion with the Acting Chief Executive, please contact Lauren Butterfield, Executive PA to the Chair and Chief Executive, on 01302 644153.
About us
DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.
At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions.
As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.
We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Certificate of sponsorship
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Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training Essential
Governance qualification or willingness to work towards one. Masters degree or equivalent experience
Desirable
Chartered Governance and Institute of Directors qualification
Knowledge & Experience Essential
Significant experience of corporate governance and Board assurance within a complex organisation Experience managing compliance with legal, constitutional and regulatory requirements Experience developing and maintaining effective governance frameworks
Desirable
Previous NHS/Foundation Trust experience Governance experience within a regulated environment Experience supporting Board development and effectiveness reviews
Personal Attributes & Skills Essential
Excellent leadership and communication skills
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT
Address Doncaster Royal Infirmary
Armthorpe Road
Doncaster
DN2 5LT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)