Digital Learning Data and Compliance Manager

NHS; Milford on Sea; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization is seeking a Data Compliance Manager to enhance training compliance and patient safety. This role demands proven experience in data compliance and project management. You will lead reporting functions, develop communication plans, and drive compliance improvements using data insights. Ideal candidates will have advanced analytical skills and experience with Totara Learning Management System. Join our mission to deliver safe and effective care.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in data compliance, governance, or project management.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present data clearly.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A proactive mindset—always seeking continuous improvement.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the administrative and reporting function for compliance training.
• Develop and deliver integrated communication plans.
• Use data insights to drive compliance improvements.
• Champion digital learning initiatives.

Skills

Data compliance

Data analysis

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Advanced Excel skills

Experiencing as Data Analyst

Tools

Totara Learning Management System

Job description

Job Summary

Are you passionate about data, governance, and driving improvement in healthcare? We have an exciting new opportunity for a Data Compliance Manager to join our Digital Learning Team. This is a pivotal role where you'll combine your expertise in data analysis, compliance, and project management to ensure our workforce meets mandatory training and appraisal standards—helping us maintain the highest levels of patient safety.

You’ll lead on monitoring, reporting, and improving compliance performance, while shaping how we communicate and engage with staff across the Trust. Your work will directly impact our ability to deliver safe, effective care.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in data compliance, governance, or project management.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present data clearly.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A proactive mindset—always seeking continuous improvement.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Your Impact

• Lead the administrative and reporting function for mandatory training and appraisal compliance.
• Develop and deliver integrated communication plans to engage staff and managers.
• Use data insights to drive compliance improvements and support organisational goals.
• Champion digital learning initiatives that empower staff and enhance patient safety.

So, if this sounds like you, please apply today.

Main Duties of the Job

As a successful candidate you will lead the development and oversight of robust, data‑driven systems to monitor, maintain, and enhance role‑based training compliance across the Trust, with a particular focus on optimising the use of the Totara Learning Management System (LMS). You will design and implement comprehensive reporting frameworks that deliver accurate, timely, and actionable insights into training performance, compliance trends, and areas requiring targeted intervention.

A key aspect involves analytics, governance, and refinement of compliance controls, ensuring they are aligned with NHS regulatory standards, statutory requirements, and internal governance frameworks. You will revise procedures, curate data dashboards, and produce detailed compliance reports to support subject‑matter experts, operational managers, and senior leaders.

Working collaboratively with clinical and non‑clinical training leads, you will ensure a coordinated, data‑informed approach to the design, delivery, and evaluation of mandatory training, promoting multidisciplinary learning and ensuring that all training content hosted on Totara is current, accessible, and aligned with national frameworks such as the Core Skills Training Framework (CSTF).

About Us

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well‑being of our patients, and to provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate, and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff by providing more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Details

• Date posted: 09 December 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
• Band: Band 6
• Salary: £38,682 a year (Pro Rata for Part Time)
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full‑time
• Reference number: 390‑COR‑SO‑0654
• Job locations: Southend, Comet Way, Southend, SS2 6GE
• Employer: Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust, Southend, Comet Way, Southend, SS2 6GE, https://www.mse.nhs.uk

Person Specification

Essential

• Experienced admin user of Totara Learning Management System
• Extensive work experience as Data Analyst
• Advanced Excel skills (course or equivalent work experience)
• Excellent written communication skills demonstrated through application form

Desirable

• Demonstrated knowledge of Totara Learning Management System
• Understanding of large complex data sets
• Competent Excel skills demonstrated through work experience or course

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service 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.

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.

Employer Details

• Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
• Southend, Comet Way, Southend, SS2 6GE
• Website: https://www.mse.nhs.uk