Part-Time Data Protection Assistant (GDPR & SARs)

Schools’ Choice; Larkhill; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Schools’ Choice is seeking a Data Protection Assistant on a part-time basis to support GDPR compliance and data protection duties. Hybrid/flexible working, 2 days per week with additional hours during busy periods, and some office-hour availability for team communication.

The role acts as the liaison with the Data Protection Officer, manages Subject Access Requests, and contributes to investigations and reporting of data breaches while maintaining accurate records and ensuring legislative

Qualifications

• Experience in Data Protection and GDPR in a local government context.
• Knowledge of Data Protection legislation, GDPR, and the Data Protection Act.
• Experience handling Subject Access Requests and confidential information.
• Strong organisational skills to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to work independently and provide practical data protection guidance.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact between the Council and the Data Protection Officer.
• Provide advice and guidance on potential data protection complaints, breaches, and GDPR matters.
• Manage end-to-end administration of Subject Access Requests (SARs): logging, allocation, progress monitoring, and responses.
• Support compliance with GDPR, Data Protection legislation, and Council policies.
• Assist in investigation and reporting of data breaches and information security incidents.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation relating to data protection activities.
• Collaborate with departments across the Council to ensure compliance with legislative requirements.

Skills

Data Protection

GDPR

Local Government

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Tools

BS7799

Job description

Schools’ Choice is seeking a Data Protection Assistant on a part-time basis to support GDPR compliance and data protection duties. Hybrid/flexible working, 2 days per week with additional hours during busy periods, and some office-hour availability for team communication.

The role acts as the liaison with the Data Protection Officer, manages Subject Access Requests, and contributes to investigations and reporting of data breaches while maintaining accurate records and ensuring legislative