Information Governance Officer

Information Governance Officer

The closing date is 29 July 2026

The role involves acting as the subject matter expert on Information Governance (IG) matters, supporting the Data Protection Officer and Head of Information Governance in managing the IG agenda across the Trust.

This includes providing expert advice on Confidentiality, Data Protection, Freedom of Information, and Information Security to ensure the safe and efficient processing of personal and corporate information.

Responsible for ensuring the Trust's compliance with UK data protection legislation such as the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK‑GDPR.

Support and gather evidence for the Trust's annual Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT) self‑assessment. Ensuring the Trust retains a minimum of "standards met" to comply with NHS England contractual obligations.

Provide expert advice on IT projects, system procurement, and new data processing areas by reviewing and recommending on Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and data sharing.

Lead the investigation of data protection incidents, working with clinical teams and Human Resources to ensure appropriate actions are taken and incidents are reported to the Information Commissioners Office as required.

Support and undertake information governance audits to provide assurance to the Trust that information governance is embedded within the Trust.

Provide information, guidance, training and support on matters relating to confidentiality / data protection and escalating through line management as required.

Work widely and collaboratively across the Trust Care Groups to ensure Information Governance best practices are established and adhered to.

Why Work With Us

You will join a friendly and very supportive Trust, committed to the delivery of quality healthcare services to the people of Devon.

We value our staff health and wellbeing and are constantly looking to improve our offer to them, as well as recognising their commitment and excellence through our People awards. We were the first NHS organisation in England to join up hospital and community care with social care creating an integrated care organisation making our Trust an exciting and interesting place to work and grow your career.

In support of this you will also have access to a programme of high‑quality training and development.

Please note:
Priority will be given to applicants with recognised 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status, including NHS staff identified across Devon.

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for the main responsibilities of the role.

• Degree and or relevant IG experience
• Knowledge of DSPT
• Knowledge of Caldicott Guardian Principles
• Qualification in Information Governance
• Ability to report difficult information clearly and to a wide audience

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.

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust