Information Governance Manager/Data Protection Officer (Internal only)

Job overview

**This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the ‘ECT Family’ this includes current East Cheshire NHS Trust employees, both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.**

Subject to Job matching

The post-holder will provide leadership and support in Information Governance, taking operational responsibility for ensuring the Trust meets its statutory and regulatory obligations in relation to Information Governance, including confidentiality, information security, Freedom of Information, and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), reporting directly to the Director of Corporate Governance/Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO).

The role will support Information Governance requirements for the Trust, advising staff on best practice in information governance, data privacy, data protection, and records management issues.

Hours per week: 33.75

We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role’s eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Main duties of the job

Including but not limited to:

Provide specialist advice and guidance on information governance and records

management issues.

Provide advice and support to the organisation on all areas of information

governance and IG risk management.

Support and lead investigations of information governance-related breaches and

serious incidents

Develop and deliver Information Governance training for all levels of staff across the

Trust.

Collate supporting evidence and documentation for the annual submission of the Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT).

Author or review data sharing and processing agreements.

Knowledge and understanding of data protection law and practices, and a detailed understanding of how NHS England processes personal data.

The Data Protection Officer (DPO) is responsible for ensuring the organisation complies with data protection laws and best practices.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.