NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
The shift pattern for this post is: Monday - Friday
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking a skilled and highly motivated Information Governance Manager/Deputy Data Protection Officer to lead a dynamic and committed Information Governance Team to contribute to the ongoing work ensuring the Board meets its legal obligations in this challenging and complex area.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is the largest healthcare provider in Scotland, serving a population of approximately 1.3m, through the provision of a comprehensive range of Acute, Mental Health and Community Care services. The Board also provides cross-border and Regional services. You can learn more about the Health Board and services delivered via the LINK.
The post holder will lead the Information Governance team, working to reduce the risk of non-compliance across the Board with regard to the Data Protection Act 2018, UK General Data Protection Regulation, Caldicott Principles, Access to Health Records Act 1990 and other associated legislation and policies. The Post Holder will also be required to advise on aspects of the Public Records (Scotland) Act 2011.
The post holder is expected to inform, influence and direct the NHS Board and its Partner Agencies including the Police and Local Authorities on all aspects of Information Governance and deal with a range of complex IG issues which will require interpretation. The post holder will advise on completion of Data Protection Impact Assessments, Information Sharing Agreements, as well as the application of data protection principles to research and innovation projects and the wider data processing carried out by the Board. The post holder will act as Deputy Data Protection Officer.
It is essential that you can demonstrate the ability to interpret complex legislation and litigation relating to Information Governance and its practical application and that you manage a team of Information Governance staff to support the Board's requirements. You will have detailed knowledge of Data Protection Legislation and the Caldicott Principles, coupled with experience in providing advice and support on related matters. Experience within the NHS would be beneficial however applications from candidates with appropriate Information Governance experience in other areas are encouraged. Successful applicants will be a self-starter and require excellent management, organisational and people skills, and possess a high standard of interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
NHSGGC has an ambitious Digital Strategy (LINK) and Information Governance is pivotal to supporting the delivery of transformational change. Services are continually evolving as technology develops and new pathways emerge therefore the post holder will need to be agile and dynamic in managing change while maintaining a patient centred focus.
Applicants should be educated to Degree level or equivalent and be able to demonstrate significant experience in data protection. If you think you have the skills and experience to join the Information Governance Team at NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde we would love to hear from you.
Should you have any questions or wish to take the opportunity to have a confidential discussion in the first instance then please contact: Stewart Whyte Data Protection Officer on or
For an informal discussion about this post, please call Stewart Whyte, Data Protection Officer on
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