Information Governance Officer
- Employer
- Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
- Location
- Dartford
- Salary
- £31,469 to £38,308 incl HCAS per annum
- Closing date
- 10 Sep 2024
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- Profession
- Other Health Profession
- Grade
- Band 5
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
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The post holder will support the Information Governance team to provide assurance for IG related issues.
The post holder is a key member of the team investigating incidents and where necessary reporting to the Information Commissioners Office (ICO).
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be based at Darent Valley hospital and will be working in the Women, Children, Radiology and Outpatient Division.
The post holder will become involved in a variety of tasks that many IG professionals are very familiar with.
There will be opportunities to become involved with tasks to support the annual Data Security and Protection Toolkit and the Trusts IG Audit tool. This role will support and follow up IG expert advice and guidance.
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Investigate the RCA for data breaches raised on Datix or as received by the IG team, raise issues as found that may be ICO reportable
Identify trends / themes from incidents and issue advice and guidance to staff
Assist with collating and obtaining evidence for the security standards in the Data Security and Protection Toolkit
Assist with GDPR / DPA2018 advice and guidance to staff
Lead on facilitating regular tasks within the team which require attention to detail and the ability to identify issues that could result in a personal data breach
Actively support with IG knowledge with attendance at regular meetings
Provide cover for the Freedom of Information service facilitated within the IG team
Assist with writing or reviewing of policies and guidelines as required
Undertake other duties as appropriate within the team.
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Personal Attributes
Essential
Employer details
Employer name
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Address
Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth Wood Road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
252-6574709
The post holder is a key member of the team investigating incidents and where necessary reporting to the Information Commissioners Office (ICO).
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be based at Darent Valley hospital and will be working in the Women, Children, Radiology and Outpatient Division.
The post holder will become involved in a variety of tasks that many IG professionals are very familiar with.
There will be opportunities to become involved with tasks to support the annual Data Security and Protection Toolkit and the Trusts IG Audit tool. This role will support and follow up IG expert advice and guidance.
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Investigate the RCA for data breaches raised on Datix or as received by the IG team, raise issues as found that may be ICO reportable
Identify trends / themes from incidents and issue advice and guidance to staff
Assist with collating and obtaining evidence for the security standards in the Data Security and Protection Toolkit
Assist with GDPR / DPA2018 advice and guidance to staff
Lead on facilitating regular tasks within the team which require attention to detail and the ability to identify issues that could result in a personal data breach
Actively support with IG knowledge with attendance at regular meetings
Provide cover for the Freedom of Information service facilitated within the IG team
Assist with writing or reviewing of policies and guidelines as required
Undertake other duties as appropriate within the team.
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- Educated to degree level or have proven experience
- Evidence of CPD
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Good knowledge of MS Office applications
- Computer Literate
- Knowledge of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Able to analyse, investigate and resolve queries
- Able to organise and prioritise workload
- Able to work autonomously or as part of a team
- Able to work to tight deadlines
- Logical approach to problem solving
Desirable
- Knowledge of PAS
- Knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act 2000
- An understanding of the requirements of the reporting of Serious Incidents
Experience
Essential
- Administration experience in a busy office environment
Desirable
- Experience of working in the NHS
- Experience of the Data Security and Protection Toolkit
- Experience of using Datix modules (or other similar risk management tool)
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Attention to detail
Employer details
Employer name
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Address
Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth Wood Road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
252-6574709
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