Data Protection Coordinator

Weaver Vale Housing Trust; England; Hybrid; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Weaver Vale Housing Trust is seeking a proactive Data Protection Coordinator to oversee its compliance with data protection regulations. This role includes managing data queries, maintaining records, and implementing compliance processes. With a focus on professional development and a supportive work culture, the Trust is dedicated to creating an engaging environment for its staff.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

12% employer pension contribution

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Programme

Continuing professional development support

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience supporting data protection compliance processes required.
• Strong working knowledge of UK Data Protection legislation needed.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in data protection or information governance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for data protection queries.
• Maintain and update the Trust’s Record of Processing Activities.
• Log, assess, and monitor data protection incidents and breaches.

Skills

Data Protection Knowledge

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

5 Grade GCSE 4-9 / A* - C (Including English and Math’s)

Tools

Redaction Tools

eDiscovery Platforms

Job description

Job Title: Data Protection Coordinator (Permanent)

Hours: 37 hours per week

Salary: £35,935 per annum

Location: Hybrid - Based at Gadbrook Park, Northwich.

Flexibility to work from a variety of places including our office at Gadbrook Park, Northwich and home.

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity working as part of a professional, engaged, and friendly organisation? Our values are Compassionate, Accountable, Respectful and Exceptional, we are constantly striving to demonstrate these values in our day to day working environment and culture.

The Opportunity

Weaver Vale Housing Trust has an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about data privacy and eager to develop their career with a great company. We are looking for a proactive, diligent, and approachable Data Protection Coordinator to effectively coordinate data protection activities that support and strengthen the Trust’s compliance with data protection regulations.

What Will You Do?

• Act as the first point of contact for data protection queries, escalating to the Data Protection Officer (DPO) where needed.
• Maintain and update the Trust’s Record of Processing Activities (ROPA).
• Manage and respond to data subject rights requests within legal timeframes.
• Keep data protection policies, procedures, and training materials current.
• Support Data Privacy Impact Assessments (DPIAs) to ensure privacy by design.
• Log, assess, and monitor data protection incidents and breaches.
• Support internal audits and conduct regular data protection reviews.
• Deliver training sessions and awareness campaigns on data protection.
• Engage with colleagues across the Trust to embed good data protection practices in daily operations.
• Implement and support process improvements related to information governance and security.
• Monitor upcoming regulatory changes and support any changes to processes that may be required to ensure ongoing compliance.
  
  

Minimum Requirements For This Role*

• 5 Grade GCSE 4-9 / A* - C (Including English and Math’s) or equivalent level of qualification(s)
• At least 2 years’ experience supporting data protection compliance processes.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in data protection or information governance.
• Strong working knowledge of UK Data Protection legislation including the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
• Experience using redaction tools and eDiscovery Platforms.
  
  

Additionally, due to the flexible working arrangements with this role, you will need access to a room where you can work from and a suitable internet connection.

• Please see Accountability profile for further information and requirements.
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous annual leave entitlement - 24-29 days (entitlement increases 1 day each year, over the first 5 years) holidays plus UK public/bank holidays (based on level of service) (part time pro rata)*
• Ability to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave* (pro rata for part-time) each year*
• 12% employer contribution to our Pension Scheme (minimum 2% employee contribution) with life assurance benefit*.
• Contribution to the cost of nursery or afterschool care to help with childcare costs*
• Commitment to support your ongoing learning and development, with the opportunity to develop a range of transferable skills.
• Day off for your Birthday to be taken during your birth month (based on contractual hours)
• One day’s paid leave (per year) to support a charity or community group of your own choice*
• Candidate Referral Scheme*
• An annual Health and Wellbeing Allowance or the option to enrol in a Health Cash Plan*
• ‘Thank you’ gift for your continuous service starting at 5 years’ service, and every 5 years’ thereafter.
• 24/7, 365 day Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including free counselling
• Compensation for professional memberships which are an expressed requirement for the role.
• Free annual flu vaccines and free Eye Care Vouchers every 2 years*
• Discounts on a gym membership and phone contract
• Cycle to work scheme*
• Free to use car park at our office on Gadbrook Park
• Involvement in regular health and wellbeing initiatives and charity fundraising activities
• Opportunities to give feedback and join various colleague forums, to help shape change at the Trust.
• Benefits offered providing you meet the eligibility criteria
  
  

How To Apply

Closing date for applications: Friday 25/07/2025 (12:00 noon)

(Please be aware that applications received after this time may not be considered)

First Stage Virtual Interview date(s): Friday 01/08/2025

Second Stage In Person Interview and Assessment date(s): Thursday 07/08/2025

Please review the job Information pack (on our website: www.wvht.co.uk) for further information and submit your CV with a covering letter (max. 2 pages) demonstrating how you meet the Essential and Desirable criteria in relation to the accountability profile.

Those applicants that consider themselves to have a disability and meet the essential criteria within the accountability profile for the role will be guaranteed an interview. Please confirm within your application if you consider yourself to have a disability and if so, what reasonable adjustments may be required for you to attend an interview or assessment.

Disclaimer

• We may conduct social media checks from sources such as Google, Facebook and LinkedIn to assist us in our assessment of your suitability for the role.
• We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.
• Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
• The recruiting manager will review your skills and experience to determine if there is a match with the position you have applied for. If there is, we will contact you by phone or email to schedule an interview / assessment. If not, you will not be contacted.
• We would love to respond to all unsuccessful applications but due to the number we receive this is unfortunately not possible. We will respond to all shortlisted applications within 3 weeks of a vacancy closing. If you haven’t heard from us during this time, we will not be pursuing your application any further.
• Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK evidence of essential qualifications, complete a health questionnaire and undertake a DBS check (if relevant to the role).
• We reserve the right to refuse applications if they do not have an accompanying cover letter.
  
  

We appreciate your interest in Weaver Vale Housing Trust and the time you have invested in applying to us.

The Trust invites applications from all members of the community, irrespective of Gender, Gender reassignment, Sexual orientation, Race, Religion or belief, Disability, Age, Pregnancy and maternity, Marriage and civil partnership.