Information Governance Officer

Royal Berkshire Nhs Foundation Trust; Reading; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Information Governance Officer to work with the Trust Secretary, Senior Information Risk Officer and Caldicott Guardian to ensure that Information Governance policies and procedures are developed in line with best practice and that standards are understood and adhered to.

The post holder will manage the Trust's self‑assessment against national standards for Information Governance, oversee the Information Governance toolkit submissions, and

Job description

The role of the Information Governance (IG) Officer is to work with the Trust Secretary, Senior Information Risk Officer, and Caldicott Guardian to ensure that Information Governance policies and procedures are developed in lined with best practice and that standards are understood and adhered to.

The post holder will work with the Trust Secretary in relation to the Trust's self-assessment against national standards for Information Governance., The postholder is responsible for the project management and the accurate and timely submission of the Information Governance toolkit, including advising requirement leads on the information required. In addition, promoting information Governance awareness throughout the Trust and ensuring compliance with relevant statutory and NHS requirements. The postholder will also act as the first point of contact for all matters relating to information governance.

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Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.