Job Summary
Working within the Manchester locality, you will support the delivery of the Information Governance Framework, ensuring that NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care meets its statutory and legal obligations in relation to Information Governance (IG).
The post holder will support the Information Governance Manager (Manchester) in their work as the Data Protection Officer (DPO) service for the locality's GP Practices.
Provide administrative support to the Information Governance Service Delivery Team.
Main Duties of the Job
1. Support the delivery of the Information Governance Framework to ensure compliance with statutory and legal obligations.
2. Build effective working relationships with staff within the Manchester Locality and the NHS GM Information Governance Team, providing support for identified areas of improvement.
3. Assist the Manchester IG Manager in achieving compliance with the Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT) and legislative Acts related to information requests including Freedom of Information and Subject Access Requests.
4. Provide administrative support to the Information Governance Service Delivery Team Lead.
Job Responsibilities
1. Provide advice and support on IG matters to staff at all levels, escalating issues when necessary.
2. Respond to information governance queries from GP Practices, NHS GM staff, and patients.
3. Draft reports related to IG activity and standards, including analysis from incidents, concerns, complaints, and claims.
4. Contribute to the development and review of guidance documents, training materials, and briefing papers.
5. Work with Information Asset Owners to manage the locality's Information Asset Register and Data Flow Maps.
6. Identify, manage, and resolve IG risks and issues, ensuring appropriate actions are taken.
7. Provide advice on Subject Access Requests and Freedom of Information Requests.
8. Support the investigation of breaches of confidentiality and other IG incidents.
9. Liaise with the GM Information Sharing and Advisory Group to manage agenda items and record minutes.
10. Maintain accurate records of the locality's paper records and ensure secure destruction as per policy.
11. Support the planning, implementation, and monitoring of the Information Governance work plan.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Educated to HNC/HND, NVQ 4, or equivalent level of relevant experience in Information Governance.
* Evidence of continued personal and professional development.
Experience
Essential
* Experience of working in the field of Data Protection.
* Experience of working in the NHS or a public sector environment.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, necessitating a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer Details
Employer Name
NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care
Address
Tootal Buildings, Manchester, M1 6EU
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