Information Governance Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Information Governance Manager to join South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust.

The Information Governance Manager will support the delivery of the Trust's Information Governance framework, providing specialist advice and guidance on data protection, confidentiality, information security, records management and information sharing. The post holder will work across the organisation to promote compliance with legislation, NHS standards and best practice, ensuring that information is handled lawfully, securely and effectively.

This role offers the opportunity to work with a wide range of stakeholders, supporting governance, risk management and organisational improvement initiatives whilst helping to maintain high standards of compliance and information security.

We are looking for an experienced Information Governance professional with excellent knowledge of Data Protection legislation, Information Governance principles and NHS standards. You will possess strong communication, analytical and organisational skills, with the ability to influence, advise and work effectively with colleagues at all levels of the organisation.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the delivery of high-quality governance standards within a progressive NHS organisation committed to continuous improvement and excellence in patient care.

• Provide specialist advice and support on Information Governance matters across the Trust.
• Support compliance with Data Protection legislation, confidentiality requirements and NHS Information Governance standards.
• Lead on the management and investigation of Information Governance incidents and breaches.
• Support the development, implementation and review of Information Governance policies, procedures and guidance.
• Deliver Information Governance training and awareness programmes.
• Undertake audits, monitoring activities and compliance reviews.
• Support the management of Data Subject Access Requests and other information requests.
• Contribute to the completion of national Information Governance requirements, including the Data Security and Protection Toolkit.
• Prepare reports, action plans and performance information for governance groups and committees.
• Work collaboratively with clinical, operational and corporate services to provide expert Information Governance advice.
  
  

Annual leave entitlement is 27 days upon appointment, 29 days after five years’ service, and 33 days after 10 years’ service.

All staff have the option of contributing to the excellent NHS Pension Scheme.

Staff are entitled to maternity/adoption leave, paternity leave and parental leave.

We are proud to support disability in the workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. BAME, LGBT and armed forces applications are particularly welcome.

We operate an award-winning Wellbeing Hub to help staff achieve a better work/life balance and receive the mental and physical support they need to perform in what is undoubtedly a challenging role.

All staff have the option of contributing to the excellent NHS Pension Scheme.

We operate across one of the most beautiful, rural and coastal parts of England yet enjoy close proximity to London and excellent transport links. SECAmb serves the counties of Kent, Surrey, Sussex and North East Hampshire.

We operate across one of the most beautiful, rural and coastal parts of England yet enjoy close proximity to London and excellent transport links. SECAmb serves the counties of Kent, Surrey, Sussex and North East Hampshire.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Caroline Smart Job title: Head of Information Governance Email address: Caroline.smart@secamb.nhs.uk Telephone number: 07917 581521

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