Job requirements
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Essential
25 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Experience of developing and managing clinical and non clinical systems.
- Experience
Experience of working with stakeholders, confidently challenging existing ways of working and influencing large scale organisational change.
- Experience
Highly developed leadership and management skills, with experience of role modelling collaborative and empowering behaviours that motivate, inspire and develop others.
- Experience
Experience of Health Records Management and clinical data management.
- Experience
Experience of delivering Information Governance activities, including Data Protection Impact Assessments and security checklists.
- Experience
Proven track record of collaboratively developing and delivering comprehensive reports across Operations, Quality and People for audiences at all levels.
- Experience
Highly developed skills in working collaboratively with internal customers to understand system and Information Governance requirements and translate these into effective solutions.
- Experience
Extensive experience of investigating, analysing and interpreting data and clinical information to support organisational decision making.
- Experience
Experience of developing and utilising systems to optimise organisational performance and ensure accurate and appropriate data capture.
- Experience
Experience of leading the design and delivery of continuous improvement relating to systems and Information Governance.
- Experience
Experience of system implementation, change management and service redesign.
- Experience
Experience of using data systems to support service delivery, quality improvement and organisational performance.
- Experience
Significant experience of Health Records, Patient Administration Systems or NHS healthcare informatics.
- Experience
Experience of ensuring compliance with the Records Management Code of Practice.
- Qualifications
Educated to degree level or able to demonstrate substantial relevant experience in a similar role.
- Additional Criteria
Knowledge of UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018 and Information Governance legislation and best practice.
- Additional Criteria
Intermediate to advanced IT and reporting skills.
- Additional Criteria
Knowledge of legislation, national guidance and best practice relating to Information Governance, Health Records and information management.
- Additional Criteria
Knowledge of performance reporting and business intelligence principles.
- Additional Criteria
Ability to communicate complex information clearly and confidently with a wide range of audiences.
- Additional Criteria
Ability to analyse information, make sound decisions and influence organisational change.
- Additional Criteria
Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver work to agreed deadlines.
- Additional Criteria
Ability to work collaboratively across departments while building positive working relationships.
- Additional Criteria
Commitment to continuous professional development and organisational improvement.
- Additional Criteria
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality, professionalism and high ethical standards.
Desirable
11 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
Experience of managing outsourced system providers and external contractors.
- Experience
Management experience within a healthcare, NHS or third sector organisation.
- Experience
Experience of managing and delivering a secure, efficient and confidential Health Records service.
- Experience
Experience of leading and managing clinical systems, including Electronic Patient Record systems, together with non clinical systems such as Datix.
- Experience
Experience of working within regulatory and compliance frameworks.
- Qualifications
Relevant professional qualification in Information Governance, Health Informatics or a related discipline.
- Qualifications
Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to Information Governance, systems or data management.
- Additional Criteria
Working knowledge of healthcare information systems.
- Additional Criteria
Knowledge of the NHS Data Security and Protection Toolkit and associated assessment requirements.
- Additional Criteria
Ability to identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement.
- Additional Criteria
Resilience and adaptability within a changing organisational environment.
Job summary
You know that moment when you look at a system or process and think, there has to be a better way? We are looking for someone with the experience and influence to do something about it.
As our Head of Information Governance & Systems, you will have the opportunity to influence how we work across Compass. You will lead our approach to Information Governance, health records, clinical and corporate systems, business intelligence and reporting, making sure they are secure and compliant, but also genuinely useful to the people relying on them.
Working with senior leaders and operational teams, you will shape how we use data and systems to support better decisions and stronger services. You will influence future developments, challenge existing ways of working and help turn good ideas into practical improvements across the organisation.
As our Information Governance Lead, you will be a trusted source of advice when things get complex, while leading and developing a team that supports colleagues across Compass.
You can choose to work remotely or from our York office, with occasional travel for meetings and other work related activities when needed.
This is your chance to bring your experience, challenge our thinking and have a genuine say in what comes next.
Main duties of the job
You will bring strong experience across Information Governance, health records and clinical and non-clinical systems, along with the confidence to work with colleagues at every level. You can make sense of complex information, communicate it clearly and know when to advise, influence or challenge.
You are also a people focused leader. You empower, build trust, support others to develop and create an environment where people feel confident contributing their ideas and expertise.
Essential criteria
- Degree level education or substantial relevant experience
- Experience managing clinical and non-clinical systems
- Strong Information Governance and health records experience
- Experience influencing organisational change
- Strong leadership and management skills
- Experience using data and systems to improve performance
- Knowledge of UK GDPR, Data Protection legislation and Information Governance
- Strong analytical, communication and influencing skills
Experience within healthcare, the NHS or third sector, EPR systems, external system providers or DSPT would be an advantage.
There is real opportunity here to put your experience to work, try better ways of doing things and see the difference your thinking makes across Compass.
About us
Compass is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. Established for over 30 years, Compass is a national charity which works in communities across the UK providing services spanning substance misuse treatment and rehabilitation, early interventions for vulnerable young people, school-aged health programmes and associated prevention as well as treatment and health promotion initiatives.
All Compass posts are subject to appropriate level DBS checks.
We positively encourage applications from all members of the community, regardless of gender, race, faith, disability, age, or sexual orientation, and encourage applications from people who have experiences in life which enrich skills and empathy. This is part of our commitment to equality and developing a truly inclusive and representative workforce.
We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments individuals may require in the recruitment process, on commencement, or once in post.
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits including:
- 27 days holiday + bank holidays, rising to 32 days over time (pro rata)
- Life assurance at 2 x basic salary
- Competitive contributory pension scheme
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and OH service
- Enhanced sick pay
- Excellent learning & development opportunities and career progression
- Annual salary review
Help us to make a positive change to the lives of children and young people!
Closing Date: 7th Sept
Interview Date: 17th Sept
Details
- Date posted: 20 August 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £57,572 to £64,776 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time, Home or remote working
- Reference number: 783
- Job locations: 2nd Floor, Marlborough House, York Business Park, North Yorkshire, YO26 6RW, United Kingdom
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This advert is for Head of Information Governance & Systems with Compass - Services to Improve Health and Wellbeing in York Business Park, England. It is listed as a Head of service role. The advertised salary is £57572.00 to £64776.00. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 07 Sep 2026.
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