An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part time Information Governance Officer to join our team within Children’s Services.
This is a varied and fast paced role where you will be exposed to a wide range of information governance and data protection activities.
The Children’s Services Information Governance team supports both the department and schools across the county to meet data protection requirements, including the successful provision of the current statutory role of Data Protection Officer for schools.
Working as a key member of the Information Governance team, you will be responsible for the provision of information governance advice and guidance to the department and to schools through direct support, comprehensive training programmes and on-line resources, compliance reviews and specific case work.
Do you have experience in data protection? We are looking for an inspiring individual who can offer a 'hands-on' approach from day one, committed to providing a fantastic provision to both our internal and external customers with a focus on exceptional customer service within data protection.
We are looking for an Information Governance and Data Protection professional with experience of the following:
1. Good knowledge of data protection legislation
2. Experience of auditing compliance
3. Advising on and reviewing Data Protection Impact Assessments
4. Managing data breaches
5. Advising on all aspects of individual information rights
6. Advising on privacy and data protection matters
7. Good knowledge of responding to data protection subject access requests, including the completion of redactions
In return we can provide a friendly, team led environment with a council wide data protection support network. We offer the opportunity for hybrid working (with a minimum of one day in the office, usually Monday or Tuesday).
To apply for this role please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above. When completing your application be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education or personal interests.
Interviews will take place via Microsoft Teams unless you request an in-person interview. Interviews will be taking place on Thursday 8 May. If you are unavailable on this date, please let us know and we may be able to schedule an alternative date to interview you.
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