Job summary
The post holder will provide the Trust with strategic leadership in Information Governance and the wider Information Assurance framework. To be the prime source of expert advice and policy development, to create and maintain high level awareness, profile and understanding of the strategic and practical importance of IG, and to assure the Trust Board that it is meeting its statutory and legal obligations. To undertake the role of Data Protection Officer as required by data protection legislation. The post holder will be responsible for managing their own workload ensuring that work is completed to the required high standard in a timely fashion. The post holder must possess highly developed specialist knowledge, underpinned by theory and experience.
This post is part time 30 hours per week.
Main duties of the job
1. Undertake GDPR data protection officer role and register Trust for data protection with information commissioner annually.
2. To be the first point of contact within the organisation(s) for all data protection To support programmes of work from inception to ensure that data protection is addressed by default and in the design of new systems and information To be available to be contacted directly by data subjects - the contact details of the data protection officer will be published in the organisation's privacy The data protection officer will ensure that appropriate confidentiality is maintained in the performance of her or her In performing the tasks as the Information Governance Lead, the Data Protection Officer must ensure that DPO responsibilities are not influenced in any way, and should a potential conflict of interest arise report this to line manager/highest management To develop or advise senior management on the development and establishment of policies, procedures and other measures to ensure compliance with the GDPR, including but not limited to:Records of processing activitiesData protection by design and defaultData protection impact assessment
About us
CWP provides health and care services for local people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care - including the provision of three GP surgeries.
Our aim is to help people to be the best they can be, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We were recently rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission with a Good rating overall.
We offer a variety of roles at all levels, so whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, CWP is the right employer for you.
CWP are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences.
To support this, we offer up to three weeks induction, dependent on role, with our Prepare to Care programme for all new starters. This programme welcomes you to CWP and provides you with information and training to support you in your role.
We welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values and Behaviours in their everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking a Values Based Interview/Assessment, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and Behaviours which are the 6 Cs Communication, Competence, Courage, Care, Compassion and Commitment. The supporting information section in your application should therefore reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours. You will be expected to provide us with examples from work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviour.
An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email or by calling 01244 393100.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
CWP is proud to be an accredited Veteran Aware organisation helping to provide and share best practice in NHS care for our armed forces community. As a veteran aware organisation, CWP is committed to delivering on the principles of the Armed Force Covenant and has a Silver award with the MOD Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (DERS).
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £13 per year applies.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
If you experience any technical difficulties or need help when making an application please contact our Recruitment Team on 01244 393100.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
1. Professional qualification within health or equivalent level of experience of working at a senior level in specialist area equivalent to master's degree
2. Evidence of post qualifying and continuing professional development
3. Prince 2 or equivalent project management experience
4. ISEB in DPA / FOI or similar IG Qualification
Desirable
5. Member of relevant professional body
Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
6. Extensive knowledge of specialist areas, acquired through post graduate diploma or equivalent experience or training plus further specialist knowledge or experience
7. Must have an understanding of the background to and aims of current healthcare policy and appreciate the implications of this on engagement
8. Appreciation of the relationship between individual provider and commissioning organisations
9. Well-developed IT skills
10. Working without supervision and project management skills
11. Writing reports, procedures and guidelines
12. Evidence of leading a service and taking responsibility for staff resources
Experience
Essential
13. Significant experience of managing information governance, records, Data Protection; Caldicott: Confidentiality and Freedom of Information agendas/procedures
14. Experience of managing staff
15. Experience of managing budgets