Information Governance Manager/Data Protection Officer (Internal only)
- NHS
- Full Time
- Macclesfield
- 39959.00 - 48117.00 a year
Job Description
Job summary
**This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the 'ECT Family' this includes currentEast Cheshire NHS Trust employees,both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.**
Subject to Job matching
The post-holder will provide leadership and support in Information Governance, taking operational responsibility for ensuring the Trust meets its statutory and regulatory obligations in relation to Information Governance, including confidentiality, information security, Freedom of Information, and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), reporting directly to the Director of Corporate Governance/Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO).
The role will support Information Governance requirements for the Trust, advising staff on best practice in information governance, data privacy, data protection, and records management issues.
Hours per week: 33.75
We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.
Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role's eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
Main duties of the job
Including but not limited to:
Provide specialist advice and guidance on information governance and records
management issues.
Provide advice and support to the organisation on all areas of information
governance and IG risk management.
Support and lead investigations of information governance-related breaches and
serious incidents
Develop and deliver Information Governance training for all levels of staff across the
Trust.
Collate supporting evidence and documentation for the annual submission of the Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT).
Author or review data sharing and processing agreements.
Knowledge and understanding of data protection law and practices, and a detailed understanding of how NHS England processes personal data.
The Data Protection Officer (DPO) is responsible for ensuring the organisation complies with data protection laws and best practices.
About us
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.
We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or able to demonstrate an equivalent employment experience
- Evidence of continuous professional development in specialist field, at Postgraduate diploma level or equivalent
- Knowledge of risk management methodology
Desirable
- Information Governance experience within a multidisciplinary organisation
Knowlesge & Skills
Essential
- A highly developed specialist knowledge of current and emerging information governance statutory and regulatory sector specific guidance and best practices, and how it applies to information within the NHS. This includes data protection, records management, confidentiality and Freedom of Information requirements
- Ability to analyse and interpret complex facts and situations and develop a range of options, using initiative to make recommendations to Trust managers and executives with the aim of improving delivery and compliance
- Make decisions about difficult and contentious issues where there may be a number of options
- Project management skills
- Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 understanding of the Trust policy on Freedom of Information
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in an Information Governance / Information Management related role
- Experience of delivery of demanding and time restricted projects
Other role requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the job description and person specification for details of all role requirements
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
East Cheshire NHS Trust
Address
Macclesfield District
General Hospital
Victoria Road, Macclesfield
SK10 3BL
United Kingdom
