Job summary
Join our Digital Team as an Information Governance and Data Specialist. You'll play a vital role in ensuring data is managed securely, ethically, and in line with legislation and best practice across Moya Cole Hospice and partner hospices. You'll also support digital system configuration, improve data quality, and develop insightful BI reports that help drive better decisions and improve services.
Call to action - How to Apply
If you would like to contribute to making a difference for a much-loved charity, we'd love to hear from you.
Please contact Rebecca Naden on 0161 702 8181 or email rebecca.naden@moyacole.org.uk if more information is required.
Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.
The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS Check at the level appropriate to the role, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015.
Timescales
We reserve the right to close and interview prior to the dates outlined below.
Closing Date: 14th August 2026
Interview Date: To be confirmed with sufficient notice
Main duties of the job
The
job involves staying up to date with current legislation and guidance in the
field of Information Governance, interpreting complex regulatory requirements
and applying them to our organisational processes and those of other Hospices under
our service level agreements.
You
will also be involved in configuring digital systems to ensure high data
quality and ease of use. This involves collaborating closely with diverse teams
to understand their workflows and designing clear, efficient methods for
recording essential information and performance data.
This
is a varied position that combines analytical thinking, stakeholder engagement,
and administrative precision, requiring the ability to apply knowledge flexibly
across diverse operational areas. The role demands curiosity and confidence to
ask questions, which will enable you to fully understand team activities and
identify any information governance implications. Youll need to be proactive
in seeking clarity, exploring processes, and challenging assumptions where
necessary to ensure compliance and best practice.
About us
At Moya Cole, there's one thing that motivates us, and that's providing excellent care and support to those living with or affected by life-limiting illnesses.
We're continuously developing our plans for delivering outstanding person-centered care that is innovative and evidence- based and to ensure Moya Cole is in the best shape possible for future generations.
You'll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.
Key Benefits
- 35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
- Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
- Heath cash plan
- Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution (or the ability to continue with a previously held NHS pension (subject to making contributions into the scheme in the previous 12 months)
- Life cover
- Free parking
- Discounted meals on site
- Meaningful work, making a difference in the lives of others
- Opportunity to develop your leadership skills within a structured development framework
- IIP Platinum employer creating the right environment for everyone to thrive and reach their potential
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Information
Governance and Data Specialist (Digital) will:
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Contribute to the development and implementation of information
governance policies and procedures.
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Support Information Asset Owners with data flow
mapping, data protection impact assessments, information security risk assessments
and contract reviews.
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Manage incoming requests for information and requests
to exercise rights, ensuring legal timeframes are adhered to.
-
Maintain key governance documentation, including the
Information Asset and Flow Register and Rights Request Logs.
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Provide training and guidance on information
governance best practices.
-
Support
managers to investigate incidents and breaches.
-
Lead the information governance audit program,
supporting with the identification of non-compliance and action plans.
-
Gather evidence to support the NHS Data Security and
Protection (DSP) Toolkit submission.
-
Preparation of KPI data and meeting papers for the
Information Assurance Board, with support from the Data Protection Officer and
Data Systems Manager.
-
Presentation of some Information Assurance Board
KPIs and audit reports.
-
Act as the first point of contact for information
governance queries from internal and external stakeholders.
-
Provide on-site consultation services to other hospices.
-
Provide support with configuration of digital systems,
ensuring they are optimised for data quality, accuracy, and ease of use by
teams.
-
Provide support with data reporting from digital
systems.
-
Deputise for the Data Protection Officer and Data
Systems Manager, as needed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Information
Governance and Data Specialist (Digital) will:
-
Contribute to the development and implementation of information
governance policies and procedures.
-
Support Information Asset Owners with data flow
mapping, data protection impact assessments, information security risk assessments
and contract reviews.
-
Manage incoming requests for information and requests
to exercise rights, ensuring legal timeframes are adhered to.
-
Maintain key governance documentation, including the
Information Asset and Flow Register and Rights Request Logs.
-
Provide training and guidance on information
governance best practices.
-
Support
managers to investigate incidents and breaches.
-
Lead the information governance audit program,
supporting with the identification of non-compliance and action plans.
-
Gather evidence to support the NHS Data Security and
Protection (DSP) Toolkit submission.
-
Preparation of KPI data and meeting papers for the
Information Assurance Board, with support from the Data Protection Officer and
Data Systems Manager.
-
Presentation of some Information Assurance Board
KPIs and audit reports.
-
Act as the first point of contact for information
governance queries from internal and external stakeholders.
-
Provide on-site consultation services to other hospices.
-
Provide support with configuration of digital systems,
ensuring they are optimised for data quality, accuracy, and ease of use by
teams.
-
Provide support with data reporting from digital
systems.
-
Deputise for the Data Protection Officer and Data
Systems Manager, as needed.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge and experience of Data Protection Legislation and Information Governance frameworks within a healthcare setting (e.g. Data Protection Act 2018, UK GDPR, PECR, NIS Regulations, Caldicott Principles, National Data Guardian Standards)
- Experience of completing Data Protection Impact Assessments, Contract reviews, Subject Access Requests and Access to Health Records requests.
- Ability to use Microsoft365 Applications (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint, Forms and PowerBI etc.)
- Experience of delivering training and clearly communicating complex information to a wide variety of audiences.
- Ability to prioritise and manage work to ensure legislative timescales are met.
- Able and willing to travel regularly between Little Hulton and Heald Green sites, and further afield upon request.
Desirable
- Experience of gathering evidence to support the NHS DSP Toolkit submission.
- Awareness of database configuration and management.
Qualifications
Essential
- A degree or equivalent experience
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge and experience of Data Protection Legislation and Information Governance frameworks within a healthcare setting (e.g. Data Protection Act 2018, UK GDPR, PECR, NIS Regulations, Caldicott Principles, National Data Guardian Standards)
- Experience of completing Data Protection Impact Assessments, Contract reviews, Subject Access Requests and Access to Health Records requests.
- Ability to use Microsoft365 Applications (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint, Forms and PowerBI etc.)
- Experience of delivering training and clearly communicating complex information to a wide variety of audiences.
- Ability to prioritise and manage work to ensure legislative timescales are met.
- Able and willing to travel regularly between Little Hulton and Heald Green sites, and further afield upon request.
Desirable
- Experience of gathering evidence to support the NHS DSP Toolkit submission.
- Awareness of database configuration and management.
Qualifications
Essential
- A degree or equivalent experience
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.
