Information Governance Assistant

Tai Tarian; Neath; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Tai Tarian in Wales (Neath) is seeking an Information Governance Assistant to provide practical operational support across the organisation, ensuring personal information is handled securely and in accordance with data protection legislation and policies.

This permanent, full-time role offers a starting salary of £30,997 per year, rising to £39,050 per annum once key competencies are met, with a view to progression to Data Protection Officer on qualification and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective operational support across the organisation to ensure personal information is handled securely and in line with data protection legislation and organisational policies.
• Role designed as a development opportunity with a view to becoming a Data Protection Officer after completing relevant qualifications and gaining experience.
• Educated to a minimum Level 3 or equivalent experience and expected to attain a recognised Data Protection Practitioner Certificate.

Job description

Information Governance Assistant

We have a permanent, full-time development position available with a competitive pay and benefits package including a starting salary of £30,997 per year, increasing to £39,050 per annum, once key competencies within the role are met.

Reporting to the Data Protection and Information Governance Business Partner, this role is responsible for providing effective and practical operational support across the organisation to ensure that personal information is handled appropriately, securely and in accordance with data protection legislation, organisational policies, and agreed procedures.

This is a developmental role designed for an individual looking to start a career in data protection and governance, with a view to becoming a Data Protection Officer following the completion of relevant qualifications and demonstratable knowledge and experience with increased responsibility over time.

To be successful in the role of Information Governance Assistant you will be educated to a minimum Level 3 in, or equivalent experience. There is also have an expectation for you to successfully attain an agreed recognised Data Protection Practitioner Certificate Qualification.

Please see attached Information Governance Assistant role profile for the full job description and person specification.

About Us

This is a great opportunity to join a socially conscious award-winning organisation, named Best Sustainable Housing Association in Wales 2021. With over 9,000 properties across our region, we are one of the largest social housing landlords in Wales, making a real difference in our communities.

Every one of us who works for Tai Tarian is passionate and committed to making a difference to our customers, employees, and the surrounding community and we work in a values-led culture that is Be Bold, Be Fair and Be Kind which empowers us to continually grow and change.

Find out more about us in our Candidate Pack, get a feel for what it's like to work with us, find out what we're looking for, about our recruitment process and decide whether you can see yourself as a part of our amazing organisation. You will also find hints and tips to support you with your application.

As an equal opportunities' employer, we aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage suitably qualified applicants from all areas of the community.

If you would like further information about this opportunity, please contact [e-mail]

Please note, if successful you will need to provide original documentation to confirm you have a right to work in the UK

Closing date: 12pm, on the 16th of September 2026

Please note, the closing date is given as a guide. We occasionally close vacancies early in the event that we receive high volumes of applications. Therefore, we recommend that you apply early.