Job overview
We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to join the Chief Executive’s Office, supporting the Chief Executive and Director of Communications in a fast-paced, high-profile environment.
Based in the Chair and Chief Executive’s Office, you will provide high-quality, confidential and proactive support, helping senior leaders deliver Trust priorities effectively. This varied role requires professionalism, discretion and strong organisational skills to manage complex
workloads and changing priorities.
You will work closely with Executive and Non-Executive Directors, senior leaders, colleagues across the Trust, and external partners including NHS England. Executive support alignments may change in line with organisational priorities.
Main duties of the job
This is a hybrid role based at York Hospital, with at least three days on site each week, Mondays are essential. Some flexibility will be needed to support business cover.
Applicants must have at least two years’ experience providing executive support to a Director or Senior Manager, including complex diary management (or equivalent experience). This will be assessed at interview.
Interviews are planned for Tuesday 23 June 2026 at York Hospital.
Working for our organisation
To find out more about what it is like to work for our Trust please visit the following link:
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
1. Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
2. 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
3. A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager at interview stage.
4. A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
5. Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
6. NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
7. An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
8. Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job descriptions
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit you application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities.
We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact:
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
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Person specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential criteria
9. A demonstrable proficiency in English Language
10. Educated to equivalent of Level 3 Higher Education
11. Willingnesss to undertake post relevant qualification in Higher Level Education
Desirable criteria
12. Educated to equivalent of Level 4 Higher Education
Experience and Knowledge Required
Essential criteria
13. A minimum of 2 years’ experience of diary management (or equivalent) for a Director or Senior Manager level.
14. Knowledge and expert competence with Microsoft Packages including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
Desirable criteria
15. Previous experience of working in the NHS.
16. Knowledge of the Board of Directors roles and responsibilities with the NHS
Skills and Attributes
Essential criteria
17. Clear communicator verbal and written, capable of constructing and delivering clear information
18. Excellent organisational skills with ability to work both in a team and independently without supervision.
Desirable criteria
19. Demonstrable ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with staff from external organisations and the community to enable effective partnership working.
20. Ability to demonstrate innovation and develop productive working systems and practices.