Information Governance Officer

VennGroup; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Venn Group is assisting an NHS Trust in South Wales to recruit an Information Governance Officer (Band 5) on a 13-month FTC, full-time basis with hybrid working. The role supports the Head of Information Governance, develops policies, and ensures compliance with data protection legislation and NHS standards.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrable public sector IG experience, strong knowledge of UK GDPR, DPA, and information security, and will contribute to DPIA processes and IG training

Qualifications

• Experience in Public Sector Information Governance.
• Knowledge of UK GDPR and Data Protection Act.
• Understanding of Information Security standards and NHS confidentiality.
• Familiarity with WASPI and NHS Code of Confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head of Information Governance and Data Protection Officer in IG matters.
• Review and develop policies compliant with data protection legislation and national/local standards.
• Manage DPIA process and DPIA register; collaborate with non-IG colleagues.
• Conduct simple IG investigations in DATIX for potential data breaches.
• Support information flows and stakeholder engagement to meet deadlines.
• Deliver IG training and awareness under direction of Head of IG.
• Undertake additional duties as required.

Skills

Information Governance

DPIA

Data Protection Act

UK GDPR

Information Security

Policy Development

Training Delivery

DATIX

Tools

DATIX

Job description

Information Governance Officer - South Wales - 13 Months FTC - Full Time - Hybrid Working

Venn Group's Public Sector team are currently assisting an NHS Trust in South Wales in their search for a Band 5 Information Governance Officer to join the team.

This is a full time, hybrid working position offered on a 13 month FTC basis. Weekly office attendance is preferred but more flexible work from home can be considered.

Duties and responsibilities may include the following:

• Assist and support the head of Information Governance and Data Protection Officer in all matters relating to Information Governance
• Review, develop and maintain policies and procedures in compliance with data protection legislation, Caldicott, information security, records management and other related national and local standards
• Management of the Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) process, maintenance of the DPIA register and working with and alongside non-IG colleagues to enable them to complete DPIA's compliantly
• Conducting simple IG investigations in the DATIX system where potential data breaches have been reported
• Supporting accurate flows of information fostering effective working relationships in relation to Information Governance for the Trust
• Positively engaging with stakeholders in the delivery of key tasks associated with the role, ensuring that tight deadlines are adhered to
• Delivery of training and awareness in Information Governance in accordance with the Training framework and direction from the Head of Information Governance
• Undertake such other duties as may be required from time to time, commensurate with the post

The successful candidate will be a confident Information Governance Officer with demonstrable experience within Public Sector Information Governanceand they will have understanding and knowledge of the UK General Data Protection Regulation, Data Protection Act, Information Security, WASPI and Information Sharing and NHS Code of Confidentiality.

A Band 5 Salary of between £32,073 - £39,043 is offered for this role.

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates. All salaries and PQE ranges stated serve only as a guide and all applicants will be considered on their individual merits.