Data Privacy & Governance Specialist

Teaching Vacancies; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension: New City College TPS/LGPS

Accessibility: Public transport access

On-Site Facilities: Gym and subsidised

Staff Development: CPD days

Financial Perks: Travel loan and life/

Discounts: Save on expenses

Job summary

New City College in London is seeking a proactive Data Governance Officer to support data protection compliance, UK GDPR, and information governance across the College. You will report to the Group Director of Data Governance & Compliance and guide teams on best practices.

The role involves leading SAR/FOI processes, handling information rights requests, and contributing to continuous improvement in governance and reporting.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018 and FOI requirements.
• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple requests and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the administration and coordination of Subject Access Requests (SARs) and other information rights requests.
• Manage and coordinate Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, ensuring compliance with statutory timescales.
• Provide advice and guidance to managers and staff on data protection legislation, compliance requirements, and best practice.
• Support the investigation, management, and reporting of data breaches and information security incidents.
• Maintain data protection records, governance registers, and records of processing activities.
• Assist with Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and privacy risk assessments.
• Monitor organisational compliance with UK GDPR and related legislation.
• Deliver data protection training and awareness activities across the College.
• Liaise with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) when required.
• Produce management information, compliance reports, and performance data.
• Support audits, reviews, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across legal, IT, compliance, and operational teams.
• Provide cover for the Senior Group Complaints Officer during periods of absence.

Job description

New City College in London is seeking a proactive Data Governance Officer to support data protection compliance, UK GDPR, and information governance across the College. You will report to the Group Director of Data Governance & Compliance and guide teams on best practices.

The role involves leading SAR/FOI processes, handling information rights requests, and contributing to continuous improvement in governance and reporting.