Information Governance Support Officer

Job Title
:
Information Governance Support Officer

Hours
: 30 hours

Salary
: HC06 £ 28,142 - £32,062 pro rata (£22,817 - £25,996 per annum)

Contract:

Permanent

Herefordshire Council is seeking an enthusiastic Information Governance Support Officer to support the administration processes and workload within our busy Information Governance Team. The Information Governance Team is responsible for delivering the council’s strategy for meeting statutory requirements around managing information.

• Act as the main point of contact for Freedom of Information and Environmental Information Regulations requests and other information requests from the public.
• Support the wider Information Governance team with the delivery of the council’s Information Governance policy and framework.
• Work with and directly support the Information Governance Manager, Data Protection Officer and other team members.
• Maintain excellent written and verbal communication, strong interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Work to deadlines and handle confidential information appropriately.

• A good educational background, preferably to A-Level standard.
• Demonstrable recent and continuing professional development.
• Experience working within Information Governance or administration.
• Ability to work in a complex environment while managing changing priorities.

• Competitive salary range of £28,142 – £32,061 pro rata.
• Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Clear career progression pathways.
• 31 days annual leave pro rata plus bank holidays, with option to purchase additional 10 days per annum.
• Flexible working options, including job-sharing, part-time hours and agile working.
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 support and counselling.
• Professional membership fees paid where role requires.
• Additional perks such as retail, leisure, holiday and health benefits.

Herefordshire Council is a committed equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all candidates, including those who identify with any of the following groups and who meet the essential criteria:

• Applicants disclosing a disability.
• Armed Forces veterans or reservists.
• Herefordshire care leavers.

All staff are required to support safeguarding and the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Successful candidates may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

The recruitment process runs in partnership with Hoople Resourcing. If you need any reasonable adjustments or alternative methods for the online application process, please contact the resourcing team at e

To apply upload an up-to-date CV and complete the application form demonstrating your experience, skills and abilities for the role.

For more information or to arrange an informal discussion please contact Claire Jacobs, Information Governance Manager, Claire