£14.82 per hour
37 hours per week
Temporary Contract (April June 2026)
Office Hours: 09:00 17:30
We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Assurance Officer to support a busy team with clearing a backlog of Subject Access Requests (SAR) and Freedom of Information (FOI) cases.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with data protection experience who is confident in handling sensitive information and applying exemptions appropriately.
The Role
You will play a key role in reviewing and preparing information for disclosure, ensuring all data is handled in line with relevant legislation and organisational standards.
Key responsibilities include:
Reviewing records in response to SAR and FOI requests
Applying appropriate redactions in line with data protection legislation
Identifying and applying relevant exemptions
Preparing files for quality assurance checks prior to disclosure
Supporting the team in reducing backlog volumes
Ensuring confidentiality and accuracy at all times
About You
We are looking for a candidate with:
Proven experience handling SAR and FOI requests
Strong understanding of data protection and information governance
Experience applying redactions and exemptions confidently
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organisational and time management skills
Good written and verbal communication skills
Requirements
Minimum 5 GCSEs (or equivalent), including English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above)
Good general standard of education with strong literacy and numeracy
Basic DBS required
Whats on Offer
£14.82 per hour
Full-time hours (37 per week)
Immediate start available
Short-term contract with a focused and impactful workload
If you have experience in SAR/FOI work and are available for an immediate start, wed love to hear from you.
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