Job Description
2-3 months contract with a local authority
Job Purpose
* As an Associate Information Management Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring effective information governance within the local authority. Your responsibilities will include providing support for information and records management by consistently applying established policies and procedures.
Key Duties/Accountabilities
* Managing formal information access requests, including Data Protection (Subject Access Requests) and Freedom of Information legislation.
* Carrying out routine collection of information and records as directed.
* Applying specific security controls to maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of business information systems.
* Performing basic risk assessments for small information systems and maintaining clear documentation.
* Providing key administrative support to the team, including compiling and distributing reports.
Essential Experience Required
* Working with Subject Access Requests (SARs), specifically those relating to Children's Social Care.
* Applying skills within a local government setting.
* Undertaking detailed redactions and applying exemptions in line with UK data protection legislation.
* Engaging with social workers and Children's Services staff to understand the necessity and sensitivities of redactions before disclosure.
Essential Qualification Required
* Degree or equivalent experience in the field.
Additional Information
* Hybrid working.
* The role closes soon, apply ASAP.
Requirements
Requirements
* Experience with Subject Access Requests (SARs) related to Children's Social Care
* Experience working within a local government setting
* Proficiency in undertaking detailed redactions and applying exemptions in line with UK data protection legislation
* Engagement with social workers and Children's Services staff
* Degree or equivalent experience in the field
Requirements
As an Associate Information Management Officer, you will be at the heart of our information governance. Your role is essential for providing prompt and effective support for all aspects of information and records management across the Council by consistently applying our established policies and procedures