Chichester College have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Information Governance Assistant at our Chichester campus. You will join us on a full time, permanent basis, and in return, we will offer a competitive salary of £23,151 - £23,243 per annum.
The Information Governance Assistant role:
Do you have an interest in data protection and safeguarding personal information?
As our Information Governance Assistant, you will work under the guidance of the Information Governance Manager and play a key role in ensuring that the Group meets its legal obligations in the areas of Data Protection and Freedom of Information. You will support the Information Governance Manager in driving forward the College Data Protection compliance project and raising awareness of Data Protection throughout the Group.
As our Information Governance Assistant, you will have a general understanding of Data Protection, familiarity with Freedom of Information, a meticulous approach to record keeping and will be expected to quickly develop your knowledge in these areas so you can form the key contact point for daily queries, requests and incidents.
Key Responsibilities of our Information Governance Assistant:
* Assisting the Information Governance Manager in managing and maintaining the Group's compliance with Data Protection and Freedom of Information legislation.
* Advising on matters related to data privacy legislation having due regard for risks relating to processing operations and the nature, scope, context and purposes of processing.
* Assisting in the review of procedures, policies, privacy notices and contracts relating to processing of personal information.
* Assisting in the monitoring of compliance with data protection related audits.
* Assisting in the maintenance of a register of data processing activities and data life cycles ensuring that each is compliant with legislation.
* Assisting in the establishment, testing, and monitoring of the data breach response process.
* Maintaining a log of any data privacy related incidents together with tracking resulting actions.
* Assisting in the development and delivery of training as required to ensure that Group staff members are adequately informed of group policies and obligations.
Our ideal Information Governance Assistant should have the below skills and experience:
* Level 2 in literacy and numeracy, or willingness to work towards.
* Significant relevant experience in a similar role (data protection, legal, compliance etc.).
* Knowledge in Data Protection (including GDPR, DPA and related legislation).
* Confidence in communicating advice and guidance to a diverse range of people at all levels, verbally and in writing.
* The ability to exercise professional judgement in the evaluation of data use, subject rights requests and produce a professional reasoned response compliant with legislation.
Closing date: 28 April 2025
Interview date: 15 May 2025
If you would like to learn more about our Information Governance Assistant role, then please click apply today!
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Suitable candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.
The Chichester College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks. We vigorously pursue all references and safeguarding checks to ensure applicants are suitable to work with young people.
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
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