Information Governance Officer

Isle of Wight NHS Trust; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Isle of Wight NHS Trust is recruiting an Information Governance Officer to join the Governance and Risk team across two NHS organisations. This fixed-term role supports Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust and Isle of Wight NHS Trust, focusing on data protection, information governance, SARs and FOI, and data security toolkit delivery.

The post requires UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, and FOIA knowledge, with a degree or equivalent and experience in information governance.

Qualifications

• Degree level (or equivalent) in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Significant experience in information governance, data protection, and FOI.
• Strong IT literacy including report writing and data analysis.
• Excellent communication skills across organisational levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage IG administrators and clerical staff.
• Oversee SARs and FOI requests across both Trusts.
• Provide expert advice on GDPR, FOIA, DPA 2018, and other IG legislation.
• Support incident management and policy compliance.
• Maintain accurate records and performance data.
• Deliver training and guidance on IG best practices.

Skills

System administration

Report generation

Communication skills

Initiative

Autonomy

Education

Degree level (or equivalent)

Accredited IG/FOI courses

Job description

Job summary

This vacancy is open to employees of Isle of Wight NHS Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust only.

NHS Band 5 Salary: £32,073 - £39,043 per annum

Hours per Week: Full Time 37.5

Contract Type: Fixed term 12 months

Location: Health Records Department, Units 2/3 Mitchell Way, Airport Service Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO3 5PR

Main duties of the job

Are you passionate about data protection, information governance, and making a real impact in healthcare? Were looking for a detail-oriented Information Governance Officer to join our proactive Governance and Risk team, supporting both Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust and Isle of Wight NHS Trust.

As part of our Single Corporate Services, youll play a vital role in ensuring both Trusts meet our legal and regulatory obligations around data protection and information governance. Youll be instrumental in maintaining high standards of compliance, transparency, and accountability across both organisations.

Youll be at the heart of managing Subject Access Requests (SARs), Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, and supporting the delivery of the Data Security and Protection Toolkit. Youll also contribute to incident investigations, policy development, and staff training helping to embed a culture of good governance and responsible data handling. Youll work closely with colleagues across departments, providing expert advice and guidance on legislation such as the UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, and Freedom of Information Act 2000. Your work will directly support the Trusts commitment to being well-led, safe, and patient-focused organisations.

This is a multi-site role, offering variety and the opportunity to work across two leading NHS organisations. Travel between sites may be required and will be arranged locally.

About us

Working as a partnership, both Isle of Wight NHS Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust have a shared vision for excellence in care for our patients and communities; with a set of strategic aims underpinning how we will achieve this.

The single corporate service is delivered across both organisation. You may be based at either IWT or PHU and individuals may be required to undertake business travel between sites. For leaders managing staff across multi-site locations, you will need to be visible and provide in person leadership. The arrangements and frequency will be agreed locally.

Job responsibilities

For full job details and person specification please refer to the Job Description

• Lead and manage IG administrators and clerical staff.
• Oversee SARs and FOI requests across both Trusts.
• Provide expert advice on GDPR, FOIA, DPA 2018, and other Information Governance legislation.
• Support incident management and policy compliance.
• Maintain accurate records and performance data.
• Deliver training and guidance on IG best practices.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Detailed knowledge of UK GDPR the Data Protection Act and Freedom of Information Act.
• Significant experience of information handling and analysis gained in a work environment.

Desirable

• Have a good understanding of the requirements of the Caldicott recommendations for handling data with the NHS.

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree level (or equivalent).

Desirable

• Accredited Courses associated with Information Governance, Freedom of Information Act, Subject Access

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of significant experience in system administration.
• Advanced skills for keyboard use for producing reports, spreadsheets and correspondence.
• Excellent verbal, telephone and written communication skills.
• Ability to use own initiative and deal with competing priorities.
• Works autonomously but can seek advice when necessary/manages a discrete area of work.

Desirable

• Expertise within specialism, underpinned by practical experience.
• Management of team and line management responsibilities.

Employer details

Employer name

Isle of Wight NHS Trust

Address

Health Records Department

Units 2/3 Mitchell Way, Airport Service Road

Portsmouth

Hampshire

PO3 5PR

United Kingdom