Job summary
Youll be joining the Data Security, Privacy and Records Management Team as it embarks upon its most ambitious programme of change yet. You will have responsibility for leading on the Records Management Framework and Strategy to contribute to embedding Privacy and Security by Design for the organisation. As well as ensuring that all records (paper and digital) are managed according to legislation, regulation and good practice.
Leading on all matters of disclosure and legal compliance. You will have the opportunity to gain in depth knowledge of all the amazing work NHSBT does and support those who support us.
You will equally have the opportunity to support, develop and establish new processes within the wider Information Governance strategic agenda, advising colleagues and other members of the team on additional Data Privacy and Information Governance remits.
Reporting directly to the Head of Data Privacy, you will gain experience and development as a senior member of the team and will have the opportunity to collaborate and advise across all NHSBT directorates to support the organisation to save and improve lives.
Main duties of the job
Responsibilities include:
Assisting the Data Security, Privacy, and Records Management Team with daily implementation and compliance of NHSBTs data security and privacy programs.
Providing specialist advice on complex national legislation and NHSBT policies to staff.
Coordinating responses to advice and guidance requests from internal staff and external organizations.
Supporting the Records Manager in developing and implementing a records management strategy and training program.
Leading the team in managing and responding to information requests and complaints
Maintaining information systems related to records management, including incident and breach reporting.
Updating and promoting data security, privacy, and records management policies.
Supporting the management of action and improvement plans for the Data Security and Protection Toolkit
Enhancing staff awareness of information governance and data privacy programs.
You will be required to travel and spend time away from base on an ad-hoc basis, and this may involve working irregular hours and overnight stays when required, with prior notice.
About us
It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, youll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need.
Our three core values are what set us apart. They guide and inspire everything we do.
By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever.
You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached recruitment profile which is a summary of the detailed Job Description and Person Specification for the full personal attributes we require for the role. You will need to demonstrate these throughout the recruitment process.
What we offer:
Remote working with occasional travel to NHSBT Centres.
NHSBT promotes flexible working opportunities where the role will allow.
27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
NHS pension scheme. The NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns) Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/pensions
We’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
This vacancy is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Please do not apply unless you have another means of establishing a right to work, or you are already employed by the NHS and would transfer to the pay point above the base of Band 6.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached recruitment profile which is a summary of the detailed Job Description and Person Specification for the full personal attributes we require for the role. You will need to demonstrate these throughout the recruitment process.
What we offer:
Remote working with occasional travel to NHSBT Centres.
NHSBT promotes flexible working opportunities where the role will allow.
27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
NHS pension scheme. The NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns) Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/pensions
We’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
This vacancy is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Please do not apply unless you have another means of establishing a right to work, or you are already employed by the NHS and would transfer to the pay point above the base of Band 6.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Post graduate degree level in specialist area or relevant knowledge and experience to post graduate level.
- Demonstrate commitment to own continued professional development (CPD).
Experience
Essential
- Experience of being in an Information Governance and Data Privacy Role and knowledge of dealing with complex Information Governance and Data Privacy requests, enquires and complaints.
- Experience of creating and delivering training programmes with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Experience of writing policies, procedures, and material for use by the team/project or organisation.
- High level of understanding of possible risks to and impacts on NHS, its donors, customers and stakeholders through poorly executed information governance policies and standards.
- Experience in triaging Subject Access Requests and or Freedom of Information Requests.
- Up to date knowledge of applicable legislation and relevant best practice within the public sector.
- Experience of working with information technology using Microsoft Office.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Post graduate degree level in specialist area or relevant knowledge and experience to post graduate level.
- Demonstrate commitment to own continued professional development (CPD).
Experience
Essential
- Experience of being in an Information Governance and Data Privacy Role and knowledge of dealing with complex Information Governance and Data Privacy requests, enquires and complaints.
- Experience of creating and delivering training programmes with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Experience of writing policies, procedures, and material for use by the team/project or organisation.
- High level of understanding of possible risks to and impacts on NHS, its donors, customers and stakeholders through poorly executed information governance policies and standards.
- Experience in triaging Subject Access Requests and or Freedom of Information Requests.
- Up to date knowledge of applicable legislation and relevant best practice within the public sector.
- Experience of working with information technology using Microsoft Office.
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.
