Job Introduction

Turning Point is a leading national not-for-profit provider of excellent services and homes to people living with learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, substance abuse histories and for ex-offenders. We are committed to good governance. As the Corporate Governance Officer you will play a key role in delivering effective corporate governance across the Turning Point group. 

Role Responsibility

Working closely with the Director of Corporate Governance you will deliver value to the organisation through proactive and comprehensive support to the board of Directors and senior management through good corporate governance. 

You will influence, develop and deliver organisational corporate governance activities, taking a lead for the end to end processes associated with the management of corporate governance meetings – specifically board & committee meetings. Therefore a high degree of literacy, administration and organisational capabilities is required for the role together with the ability to deliver results under pressure.

The role has responsibility for wide-ranging corporate governance and administrative duties under the guidance of the Director of Corporate Governance to enable legal and regulatory compliance with the Charities Act, Companies Act and associated requirements of the Regulator for Social Housing and the Care Quality Commission.   

The Ideal Candidate

This role is ideally suited to an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant or a governance professional with enhanced administration and organisational skills who is willing and able to work collaboratively with others to get the job done. You will be bright, self-directed, personable and comfortable taking on responsibility with a blend of personal maturity and political sensitivity. You will also need to be forward thinking and eager to apply knowledge or quickly learn how our business really works in order to deliver value through the professional execution of the role. 

The role is offered on the basis of a permanent contract comprising 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday with a salary of up to £30,000 per annum depending upon experience plus inner London weighting were applicable.

For the right candidate we are willing to consider flexible working in terms of part home working, part office-based, and potentially part-time flexible hours. Again this will be dependent upon the experience and suitability of the candidate.

About us

Why Turning Point?

As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.

Across the varied regions, sectors and settings we operate within, our organisation is held together by a shared vision – and our people are connected by the same values. These include belief in potential, confidence in communication, embracing positive change and always treating each other as individuals.

We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.

Our people bring our vision to life. So, if you are enthusiastic, motivated and committed to support others to fulfilling their potential, here at Turning Point, we don't just offer you a job – we offer you a career.

What Benefits Will I Receive?

Of course, we know it's not about the money. But that doesn't mean we don't reward our people for their invaluable work with a benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive opportunities to learn and develop, with silver accreditation from Investors in People
• 31 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 33 days. Plus the option to purchase additional holidays
• Flexible benefit options including cycle to work schemes and season ticket loans
• Competitive pension and life assurance schemes
• Employee assistance programme and access to online health and wellbeing support
• Flexible working patterns to support work-life balance
• Access to a wide range of discounts, including cinema tickets, grocery and high-street shopping and gym memberships

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive sufficient applicants before the advertised closed date.

Turning Point