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Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)
Position:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Corporate Support Officer within the Executive Department. Based within the Ailsa Hospital Campus, although distributed working is available, you will work in a fast‑paced, dynamic and professional environment within a supportive and welcoming team.
This is a key role supporting excellent corporate governance across NHS Ayrshire & Arran. You will work closely with Board Members, senior leaders and a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, contributing to a positive speak‑up culture and the effective administration of Board and Committee business.
Hours and Shift Pattern:
37 hours per week over 5 days, 9am to 5pm
This post is offered on a permanent basis
What you will do:
You will play a central role in supporting high‑quality corporate governance arrangements across the organisation.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing and coordinating the organisation’s whistleblowing arrangements in line with the National Whistleblowing Standards, ensuring concerns are handled fairly, confidentially and in a person‑centred way.
- Acting as the primary liaison with the Independent National Whistleblowing Officer (INWO) and supporting Board‑level oversight through accurate reporting and analysis.
- Providing committee administration and governance support to NHS Board meetings, Board workshops and a range of Board‑required committees.
- Line managing the Corporate Administration Team within the Executive Office.
- Supporting the Head of Corporate Governance in the ongoing development and delivery of effective corporate governance systems across the organisation.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
Educated to degree level or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge and experience gained through relevant work, you will have substantial experience of working in a complex organisational environment supporting senior managers, committees or Boards. You will have proven experience of providing high‑quality committee administration, including agenda preparation, minute‑taking and action tracking, and of producing clear, accurate and professional written reports. The role requires the ability to manage highly confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism, work autonomously to prioritise competing demands and meet tight deadlines, and apply organisational policies, governance principles and information governance requirements confidently in day‑to‑day work. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels, alongside strong IT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams.
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Full UK Driving Licence:
Full UK driving licence is essential to this role.
If you want to find out more about the role, please contact 01292 513601 / aa-uhb.ceo@aapct.scot..nhs.uk
Right to Work / Certificates of Sponsorship
To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found within the attached Candidate Information Pack.
It is essential that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored before submitting your application form.
NHS Ayrshire & Arran may be able to offer visa sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. When considering if a post meets the salary threshold for sponsorship, please note the salary advertised is based on a full-time contract and must be pro-rated for part-time positions. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case-by-case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre-employment checks.
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We are unable to provide sponsorship for Band 2 posts or bank contracts.
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