Data Protection and Information Practitioner Apprentice - CLOSING DATE 22/01/2025

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 managers 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.

Company Benefits

Flexible Working. NHS pension scheme. Generous annual leave allowance. Commitment to career development.

Training:
Level 4 Data Protection and Information Practitioner Apprentice Standard.

Training Outcome:
On successful completion of this qualification you will be promoted to a band 5 earning between £29,969-£36,483 per annum.

Employer Description:
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is a leading healthcare organisation providing integrated care across Somerset, combining acute hospital, community, mental health, and learning disability services.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, from 8:30am to 4:30pm (30 minutes unpaid lunch break).

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative