Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and well-motivated
individual, to join the Information Governance team at Rotherham General
Hospital as Information Governance Manager.
The successful applicant will be responsible
for contributing to the delivery of an operational Information Governance (IG)
assurance service, to provide evidence and assurance to the Senior Information
Risk Owner (SIRO), Caldicott Guardian, Data Protection Officer and Board of
Directors that the organisation remains demonstrably compliant with the
relevant Information Governance / Data Protection legislation.
Main duties of the job
The role will involve but is not limited to,
being responsible for assessing and then providing assurance of IG compliance
and implementation across the Trust, managing the day to day operational
enquiries from staff relating to IG / Data Protection and managing the Trusts
system for ensuring compliance with the Freedom of Information Act 2000.
Maintaining a Record of Processing Activities
(ROPA) and liaising with and providing training to, Asset Owners.
Delivering face to face IG specific training
across the Trust estate including community sites (this may include travel).
The successful candidate will have and be
able to demonstrate:
* An understanding of the requirements of the
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA2018)
* An understanding of the Data Security and
Protection Toolkit (DSPTK)
* Excellent communication skills including
presentation delivery
* Excellent organisational skills
About us
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust is a combined acute and community Trust serving a population of over 260,000 with over 4,500 staff. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham. We are working successfully with partners across South Yorkshire as part of the Integrated Care Board where we are leading and collaborating in several key work streams and service areas, including workforce development. We combine our patient first approach with innovation and care against a backdrop of system working, as encapsulated in our Trust values
AMBITIOUS - We set high standards for the services we deliver. We aim to be an outstanding Trust and we are enthusiastic about delivering excellent health care for our patients.
CARING - We embrace the importance of giving the highest possible quality of care for our patients. We also care for each other as colleagues and for the community, our resources, our environment and our future.
TOGETHER - We value the importance of working together with patients, carers and families to ensure that we provide high quality patient centred care. We are committed to working with partners and stakeholders across Rotherham, South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw to develop sustainable services for the population we serve. Getting the right leaders in the Trust is critical to achieving.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion, for both our patients and our workforce.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for
full details of the role and responsibilities
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for
full details of the role and responsibilities
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
- Fully conversant with Microsoft Office
Desirable
- Degree / post-graduate qualification in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience
- Relevant Information Governance / Data Protection qualifications
Experience
Essential
- Experience of reporting and data analysis
- Experience of working with reporting tools and KPI reports
- Producing and summarising reports using MS Excel
- Working as part of a team
- Using interactive reporting tools
Desirable
- Working with external stakeholders
- Experience of working in the NHS acute sector
knowledge
Essential
- Thorough knowledge of Information Governance (including the Data Protection Act 2018, Freedom of Information Act 2000 and UK GDPR) in the NHS and wider care environment
- Excellent understanding of the NHS IG Toolkit / Data Security & Protection Toolkit
- Understanding of the broader NHS including ICBs
- and NHS England
- Thorough knowledge of operating in an assurance or audit role or environment
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Experience of managing and investigating risks and reporting
- Experience of working in a large, complex environment with significant regulatory/statutory control
Desirable
- Knowledge of Datix risk management system
- Knowledge of ICO codes of practice in relation to information governance risks and good practice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
- Fully conversant with Microsoft Office
Desirable
- Degree / post-graduate qualification in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience
- Relevant Information Governance / Data Protection qualifications
Experience
Essential
- Experience of reporting and data analysis
- Experience of working with reporting tools and KPI reports
- Producing and summarising reports using MS Excel
- Working as part of a team
- Using interactive reporting tools
Desirable
- Working with external stakeholders
- Experience of working in the NHS acute sector
knowledge
Essential
- Thorough knowledge of Information Governance (including the Data Protection Act 2018, Freedom of Information Act 2000 and UK GDPR) in the NHS and wider care environment
- Excellent understanding of the NHS IG Toolkit / Data Security & Protection Toolkit
- Understanding of the broader NHS including ICBs
- and NHS England
- Thorough knowledge of operating in an assurance or audit role or environment
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Experience of managing and investigating risks and reporting
- Experience of working in a large, complex environment with significant regulatory/statutory control
Desirable
- Knowledge of Datix risk management system
- Knowledge of ICO codes of practice in relation to information governance risks and good practice
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
