Data Protection Consultant

Transforming Learning Group; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational tech firm is seeking a Data Protection Consultant to join their team in the UK. The role involves remote work with occasional travel to support schools in implementing data protection compliance and culture. Key responsibilities include conducting audits and training staff. Candidates should have a strong understanding of data protection legislation and demonstrate excellent problem-solving and organizational skills. A driving license and own vehicle are essential for this hybrid position.

Benefits

Salary of GBP28,000 – GBP32,000

Business mileage

Salary sacrifice pension scheme

Benefits & wellbeing hub

Electric car lease scheme

Employee assistance programme

Cycle & ebike scheme

Eye care voucher scheme

Qualifications

• Must be willing to increase knowledge in data protection legislation.
• Have experience in problem-solving and taking ownership of tasks.
• Organized and maintains accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Support clients in implementing and managing data protection compliance.
• Conduct data protection audits and training.
• Travel to various school locations for on-site visits.

Skills

Understanding of current data protection legislation

Experience working unsupervised

Accuracy in record keeping

Meticulous case handling

Organizing and planning workload

Job description

Hybrid – Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire & Northampton

GBP28,000 – GBP32,000

Transforming Learning is a visionary education group dedicated to helping schools use technology and data more effectively to improve outcomes for all learners. We work with over 5,000 schools and are home to Turn IT On, School ICT, SalamanderSoft, Vital York, Locker, SBM Services and GDPR Sentry.

We are now looking for a Data Protection Consultant to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with data, thrives in a collaborative environment, and wants to make a real difference.

This role involves travelling to multiple locations; the ideal candidate would be located in Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire or Northampton. Applicants must own their own vehicle and hold a full UK driving licence.

As a Data Protection Consultant, you will support your clients in providing advice and ongoing support on the implementation, management, and compliance with Data Protection legislation. This will involve remote and on‑site visits to support schools in establishing an effective data protection culture, conduct data protection audits to review existing data handling practice, identify gaps in both processes and knowledge, and support schools to make progress. The role also includes delivery of data protection training to upskill staff to ensure safe use of data.

What we are looking for

• An understanding of current data protection legislation and/or a willingness to increase knowledge
• Experience of working unsupervised, and using your own initiative, as well as taking ownership of problems and solving them promptly wherever possible
• Experience and the ability to keep accurate records and data, in both an organised and accessible manner
• A careful and meticulous approach to case handling details
• Experience of organising and planning your own workload, with an ability to prioritise tasks to be able to meet various competing deadlines
• Knowledge of the education sector would be advantageous but not essential.

Full training will be provided, and Data Protection practitioner training can be considered for individuals wishing to improve their knowledge of data privacy and data protection.

The role is a full or part‑time remote field‑based role so candidates must have their own transport and be willing to travel as required to turn IT on & GDPR Sentry customers.

In return, we are offering

A salary of between GBP28,000 – GBP32,000, business mileage, salary sacrifice pension scheme, a benefits & wellbeing hub including an electric car lease scheme, employee assistance programme, cycle & ebike scheme and an eye care voucher scheme.

Why join us?

We are proud of our friendly, inclusive culture and commitment to professional growth. You’ll have the chance to develop your skills, work with a supportive team, and contribute to a mission that truly matters: helping schools transform learning for every pupil.

This is a Hybrid role, with occasional travel to other company sites and schools (roughly 10 visits a year). A driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential.

Transforming Learning Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment.

Happy to talk flexible working.

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