Information Governance Manager

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Full time
Location: Taunton
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Category: IT & Technology
The Information Governance Manager operationally supports the Head of Information Governance to maintain and deliver the information governance work programme including but not limited to - Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT) Data Protection Act and UK GDPR compliance -- including, but not limited to - Data Subjects Rights Data Protection Impact Assessments Information Asset Register Data Breach Management Common Law Duty of Confidentiality Records Management Freedom of Information Data Security and confidentiality Incident management Information sharing The post holder will manage the Information Governance Team to deliver its core work activities including meeting compliance deadlines for Data Subject Rights and Freedom of Information requests. Main duties of the job

The Information Governance Manager operationally supports the Head of Information Governance to maintain and deliver the information governance work programme including but not limited to - Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT) Data Protection Act and UK GDPR compliance -- including, but not limited to - Data Subjects Rights Data Protection Impact Assessments Information Asset Register Data Breach Management Common Law Duty of Confidentiality Records Management Freedom of Information Data Security and confidentiality Incident management Information sharing The post holder will manage the Information Governance Team to deliver its core work activities including meeting compliance deadlines for Data Subject Rights and Freedom of Information requests. About us

At

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust , we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer: Flexible working options

to help you balance work and life NHS pension scheme

for long-term financial security Generous annual leave allowance

to recharge and relax A strong focus on

career development

to help you grow and achieve your potential Additionally, you'll gain access to our

Blue Light Card , unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work. We are proud to foster a

diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce , and we encourage applications from all backgrounds. Why Somerset?

Somerset offers the perfect blend of

idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty , and

breathtaking coastlines , with vibrant cities like

Bristol ,

Bath , and

Exeter

just a short drive away - and only two hours to

London . The region is home to excellent

educational facilities , and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all

- the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy. Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details of duties and responsibilities. Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Evidence of Degree level education or equivalent. Information Governance or Data Protection Qualification Experience

Essential

Previous experience in an NHS Information Governance setting. Additional Criteria

Essential

Expert knowledge and understanding in the principles of the Data Protection Act, GDPR, Freedom of Information Act, NHS Code of Confidentiality, EIR and other IG legislation. Expert knowledge of Caldicott Principles, Patient Confidentiality, Information Security, Records Management and Information Sharing. Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Address

Priorswood Medical Records/Information Governance Unit J, Crown Close Taunton Somerset TA2 8RX Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 184-OL-PU-1655

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