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
Common Law Duty of Confidentiality
Records Management
Freedom of Information
Data Security and confidentiality
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
Operational support to the Head of Information Governance.
Management of the Information Governance Team.
Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and deadlines.
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 Responsibilities Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details of duties and responsibilities.
Person Specification Qualifications
Evidence of Degree level education or equivalent.
Information Governance or Data Protection Qualification.
Experience
Previous experience in an NHS Information Governance setting.
Additional Criteria
Expert knowledge and understanding of 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.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer Name Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address Priorswood Medical Records/Information Governance
#J-18808-Ljbffr
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
Common Law Duty of Confidentiality
Records Management
Freedom of Information
Data Security and confidentiality
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
Operational support to the Head of Information Governance.
Management of the Information Governance Team.
Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and deadlines.
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 Responsibilities Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details of duties and responsibilities.
Person Specification Qualifications
Evidence of Degree level education or equivalent.
Information Governance or Data Protection Qualification.
Experience
Previous experience in an NHS Information Governance setting.
Additional Criteria
Expert knowledge and understanding of 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.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer Name Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address Priorswood Medical Records/Information Governance
#J-18808-Ljbffr
