Data Protection and Information Governance Apprentice

Job summary

An exceptional and rare opportunity has arisen for a Level 4 Data Protection and Information Practitioner Apprentice to join Somerset NHS Foundation Trust.

This role is ideal for individuals with a keen interest in data security and information governance, offering a unique chance to develop professional expertise while contributing to the vital work of the NHS. If you're motivated to build a career at the intersection of data and business operations, this is the perfect opportunity to take your next step.

Damar Training is the specialist learning provider for this apprenticeship and you can find out more by visiting their website and viewing the course content and eligibility requirements in the link below:

https://damartraining.com/employers/industries/data-protection-and-information-governance-apprenticeships/

Minimum qualification requirements and eligibility criteria apply to this post and must be evidenced at interview.

Main duties of the job

As part of this role you will be able to serve as the primary contact for the Information Governance Team, offering advice on Information Governance queries.

• Collaborate with the Information Governance and Data Access and Disclosure Teams, communicating professionally in various formats
• Organise and coordinate IG events, workshops, and training
• Handle inquiries, requests, and complaints with tact, confidentiality, and discretion
• Maintain high confidentiality when dealing with personal data
• Prioritise tasks daily, following departmental guidelines, and manage sensitive information while meeting deadlines
• Support the delivery of group training and assist with processing data subject rights requests
• Investigate inappropriate access to information and report findings to senior staff
• Support Information Governance manager in handling information governance incidents, risk assessments, and policy reviews
• Stay updated on Trust policies and ensure compliance with legislation
• Suggest improvements to Information Governance services, support breach investigations, and manage risks
• Manage relevant equipment, maintain a register of external data flows, and produce reports and documentation
• Assist with Data Protection Impact Assessments and provide administrative support
• Perform other duties as needed and maintain up to date training

You will be fully supported within the team throughout your apprenticeship programme.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.