Information Governance Data Security and Protection Specialist

Job summary

Information Governance Data Security and Protection Specialist, Band 7

The post holder supports the Head of Information Governance to ensure that the Trust meets its obligations under Data Protection legislation and ensures general awareness throughout the Trust on Information Governance matters.

The primary focus of the role is to manage the IG/Access to Records (DSARs) team, undertaking data protection Impact assessments (DPIAs) provide support and guidance to all staff, including coordination of data breach investigation and ensuring the Trust has robust processes and plans in place to achieve and maintain UK GDPR compliance.

Main duties of the job

- The post holder will be a specialist in the delivery of the Data Security and Protection Toolkit annual return, Data Protection Impact Assessments, Information Asset Register maintenance, drafting and review of data sharing and data processing agreements and act as a subject matter expert on data protection and data security for the Trust, in accordance with national and local policy

- The post holder will conduct and follow up on Information Governance audits across the Trust and draft associated reports. They will ensure that staff, stakeholders, contractors and members of the public are aware of their rights under Data Protection legislation

- The post holder will identify areas in which the Trust is inadequately covered by IG and IT security policies and procedures and, in consultation with the cyber security specialists, information governance team and IT service team, develop new policies and procedures to cover these areas. Supporting senior managers in presenting these to the relevant Boards or other approval bodies

- The post holder will support the maintenance of data security and data protection training and learning programmes. They will also provide expert IG advice to staff at all levels, departments and corporate / clinical functions

- The post holder will have excellent communication skills, be a compassionate leader, promote good IG with all their exchanges, and will be empowered to make decisions in line with policies and procedures

About us

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.

With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals.

As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Details

Date posted

20 August 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year (pa, pro rata if part-time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

318-26-T0574

Job locations

Victoria Warehouse

The Docks

Gloucester

GL1 2EL

United Kingdom

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