Information Governance Specialist - Team Leader

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust; Preston; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking an Information Governance Specialist - Team Leader to oversee a dedicated team and ensure compliance with data protection legislation. The role involves providing expert guidance on GDPR, monitoring compliance, and driving training programmes. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills and experience in information governance. Flexible working arrangements are supported to promote a healthy work/life balance.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Information Governance.
• Strong understanding of data protection legislation.
• Experience in leading teams and managing performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage IG Officers to ensure high performance.
• Provide expert guidance on GDPR and data security.
• Support the Trust's Electronic Patient Record systems.
• Monitor compliance through audits and site visits.
• Drive IG training and awareness programmes.

Skills

Expert guidance on GDPR

Confidentiality expertise

Data security knowledge

Leadership skills

Compliance monitoring

Job description

Are you ready to lead a team and be part of protecting personal data and shaping the future of digital healthcare? Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dynamic and experienced Information Governance Specialist - Team Leader to join our Digital Directorate. As our IG Specialist Team Leader, you'll be the Trust's go-to person on all things Information Governance. You'll look after a dedicated team, oversee compliance with data protection legislation, and lead the Trust's annual Data Security and Protection Toolkit submission. From policy development to incident response, your work will safeguard sensitive information and support safe, effective care across our services.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage IG Officers, ensuring equitable task distribution and high performance
• Provide expert guidance on GDPR, FOI, confidentiality, and data security along with giving support to other functions e.g. Health Records Management and Information Rights
• Monitor compliance through audits, site visits, and risk assessments
• Drive the Trust's IG training and awareness programme
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders including the ICO, NHS England, and third-party providers
• Support the Trust's Electronic Patient Record systems and IG-related projects
• Maintain the Information Asset Register and Records of Processing Activity, Please note that further communication from LSCFT will normally be to the email address given on the application form. You should also ensure that email addresses and telephone numbers are provided for your referees, to enable LSCFT to contact them.

Application Guidance

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About the Trust

Our Vision is to provide the best mental health, learning disability, autism, community, and physical health services for the populations we serve. As an integrated Trust, Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust (LSCFT) delivers a comprehensive range of services, including: Primary and secondary mental health care for children and adults, including specialist inpatient child and adolescent mental health provision, perinatal mental health, and forensic services with low and medium secure care. Specialist mental health inpatient care for individuals with learning disabilities, alongside specialist community support for children and adults with learning disabilities and autism, including intensive support. Extensive community physical health and well-being services for children and adults, covering prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and long-term condition management. The Trust was first established in 2002 and employs approximately 7,500 staff who provide care from more than 400 sites. The organisation offers opportunities for medics, mental health, general nurses, children's nurses, allied health professionals, psychology, administration and clerical staff, apprentices and volunteers, as well as those specialising in learning disabilities and community physical health services. For more information visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT.

Additional Benefits & Working Patterns

We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services. LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.