Head of Information Governance and Data Protection Officer

Nhs Scotland; Kilmarnock; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health service provider is looking for a Head of Information Governance & Data Protection Officer in Kilmarnock. This key role involves leading the information governance team, interpreting data protection legislation, and supporting local GP contractors. Applicants should have a Master’s degree and experience in governance roles, along with strong leadership skills and a valid UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in an information governance or data protection role.
• Experience of leading a team and managing programmes of work is essential.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for Information Governance.
• Act as the accountable Data Protection Officer.
• Lead on the development and implementation of the Records Management Plan.

Skills

Leadership

Data Protection Legislation Interpretation

Communication Skills

Team Management

Advanced Computer Skills

Education

Master's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Electronic Information Systems

Job description

Overview

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Head of Information Governance & Data Protection Officer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to lead the NHS Ayrshire & Arran Information Governance Team in the post of Head of Information Governance & Data Protection Officer.

What you will do

You will provide strategic leadership for Information Governance across NHS Ayrshire & Arran (A&A). As the organisation's accountable Data Protection Officer (DPO), in line with Article 39 of the General Data Protection Legislation you will also be the DPO for the local General Practice (GP) contractors who have agreed to have DPO services provided by NHS A&A in accordance with the NHS (General Medical Services Contracts) (Scotland) Regulations 2018 and National Health Service (Primary Medical Services Section 17C Agreements) (Scotland) Regulations. You will be responsible for leading on the development and implementation of the Records Management Plan for NHS A&A, as specified by the Public Records (Scotland) Act 2011, and for leading and directing the freedom of information function within NHS A&A.

You will act as an expert specialist adviser to all service or functional areas within, and connected to, NHS A&A, on all matters relating to information governance, assurance, privacy, confidentiality, freedom of information and corporate records management.

The Head of Information Governance & Data Protection Officer leads a team of specialist staff who develop, monitor and oversee the implementation of NHS Ayrshire & Arran's Information Governance and Assurance agenda. This includes data protection, information security, freedom of information, confidentiality, Caldicott and corporate records management.

Please refer to the job description (link below) for further information

Knowledge/training/qualifications/experience required

Educated to Master's degree level, with experience of working within an information governance or data protection role, you will be able to interpret Data Protection Legislation, in particular the UK General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Act 2018. Experience of leading a team and managing programmes of work is essential, along with a high level of knowledge in the use of the Microsoft Office suite, advanced computer skills and proficiency in the use of electronic information systems. You will be highly motivated and be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills and experience of leadership. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential for this role.

Please refer to the person specification (link below) for further information

Hours and Shift Pattern

This post is offered on a permanent basis and worked over 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Part time hours may be considered.

Informal discussions

For further information or to arrange an informal discussion, please contact: Dr Crawford McGuffie, Medical Director, via his PA, Linda Heppenstall on 01292 614553.

Additional information for overseas candidates

To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visas and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found within the attached Candidate Information Pack.

It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored BEFORE submitting your application form.

The Recruitment Team are unable to answer individual queries at application stage about this; please visit the recruitment information page for further details.

Additional information for all candidates

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• Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.

NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk

We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.