Information Governance Officer

3 weeks ago


Prestwich, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

We are looking to appoint a confident and motivated Information Governance Officer, working within the Trusts Information Governance team, supporting the Senior Information Governance Officer to achieve compliance with legislative Acts and regulatory obligations relating to information, including Freedom of Information and Data Protection.

Coordinating information request responses, so that requests are processed in line with timescales and legislation. Providing help and guidance to staff. Increasing Information Governance awareness and help to maintain the IG training compliance for all staff working within the Trust.

Will have Line Management responsibilities

We are a small and very friendly team working within the Information Management & Technology department and you will be supported by the Senior Information Governance Officer and the Information Governance Manager.

The IM&T department fully supports a hybrid way of working.

We require a knowledgeable, highly motivated and well organised individual to work in this busy and dynamic team to provide advice and guidance on information sharing, Data Protection, Confidentiality, and Information Security.

Good communication skills are required as you will beworking closely with staff in order to raise awareness of the Information Governance agenda and to make recommendations for change in working practices that will enable the Trust to be compliant with the national standards.

Have a keen eye for detail as you will be receiving complex information governance details and scenarios, which you will be asked to provide advice/guidance utilising persuasion and negotiation skills.

You will be managing incidents and complaints relating to Information Governance, including analysing, investigating and upward reporting of events/incidents of actual and potential events and incidents and any recommendations for remedial action.

Attend various meetings giving up to date and relevant Information Governance advice.

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.

See attached person specification ad job description

Staff benefits
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts



  • Prestwich, United Kingdom Finegreen Full time

    Finegreen are currently working with a large NHS Trust based in North West England, due to a new structure they are seeking a senior Clinical Governance professional for a period of 6 to 9 months. Key responsibilities will include: Deliver a robust and evolving quality assurance framework and governance structure to ensure accountability and transparency...


  • Prestwich, United Kingdom Finegreen Full time

    Finegreen are currently working with a large NHS Trust based in North West England, due to a new structure they are seeking a senior Clinical Governance professional for a period of 6 to 9 months. Key responsibilities will include: Deliver a robust and evolving quality assurance framework and governance structure to ensure accountability and transparency...


  • Prestwich, United Kingdom Finegreen Full time

    Finegreen are currently working with a large NHS Trust based in North West England, due to a new structure they are seeking a senior Clinical Governance professional for a period of 6 to 9 months.Key responsibilities will include:Deliver a robust and evolving quality assurance framework and governance structure to ensure accountability and transparency...


  • Prestwich, United Kingdom Finegreen Full time

    Finegreen are currently working with a large NHS Trust based in North West England, due to a new structure they are seeking a senior Clinical Governance professional for a period of 6 to 9 months.Key responsibilities will include:Deliver a robust and evolving quality assurance framework and governance structure to ensure accountability and transparency...


  • Prestwich, United Kingdom NHS Professionals Full time

    **Job Title**:Administrator-Nursing & Governance **Trust Location**:Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS FT Location: Prestwich Hospital, Bury New Road, Prestwich M25 3BL Hours: Mon to Fri 9:00-5:00 Pay: £11.67 B3 Would you like to be a part of a team that works well together, always there to help each other? If you answered yes, then Greater...


  • Prestwich, Borough of Bury, United Kingdom NHS Professionals Full time

    Job Title:Administrator-Nursing & GovernanceTrust Location:Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS FTLocation: Prestwich Hospital, Bury New Road, Prestwich M25 3BLHours: Mon to Fri 9:00-5:00Pay: £11.67 B3Would you like to be a part of a team that works well together, always there to help each other? If you answered yes, then Greater Manchester Mental Health...


  • Prestwich, Borough of Bury, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT Full time

    This is an exceptional opportunity to join us at what is a critical time of change. Following the events of the last year and the failings identified in the subsequent investigations, we have embarked on a journey of improvement and are already making progress to improve patient safety, create a better working environment for our staff, and to strengthen our...


  • Prestwich, United Kingdom NHS Professionals Full time

    **Job Title: Programme Support Officer - 37.5 hrs per week** **Trust Location: Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS FT** Would you like to be a part of a team that works well together, always there to help each other? If you answered yes, then Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS FT is the place for you. **About the Trust** GMMH head office is based at...


  • Prestwich, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom Finegreen Full time

    Finegreen are currently working with a large NHS Trust based in North West England, due to a new structure they are seeking a senior Clinical Governance professional for a period of 6 to 9 months. Key responsibilities will include: Deliver a robust and evolving quality assurance framework and governance structure to ensure accountability and...


  • Prestwich, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We are expanding our International Nurse Recruitment programme and are excited to be recruiting to new posts within the team: Clinical & Pastoral Support (Band 6 Nursing Posts) Project Support Officers (Band 4 Administrative posts) At GMMH we have committed to recruiting over 100 Internationally Educated Nurses, and are working with key partners to deliver...


  • Prestwich, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust provides a wide range of inpatient and community-based mental health care to people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, city of Salford, Trafford and Wigan and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester and beyond. We are one of the largest...


  • Prestwich, United Kingdom NHS Professionals Full time

    **Programme Support Officer - Prestwich M25 3BL** **Band 5 - £14.92/hr plus accrued holiday pay** **37.5 hours per week - Monday-Friday 08.00-16.00** **Based within Capital Estates & Facilities at Harrop House, Prestwich** **Some travelling may be required within the Trust - Expenses payable** **Temporary role until the end of March 2023** The Greater...


  • Prestwich, Borough of Bury, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We are expanding our International Nurse Recruitment programme and are excited to be recruiting to new posts within the team:Clinical & Pastoral Support (Band 6 Nursing Posts)Project Support Officers (Band 4 Administrative posts)At GMMH we have committed to recruiting over 100 Internationally Educated Nurses, and are working with key partners to deliver on...


  • Prestwich, United Kingdom NHS Professionals Full time

    **Programme Support Officer - Prestwich M25 3BL** **Band 5 - £14.92/hr plus accrued holiday pay 37.5 hours per week - Monday-Friday 08.00-16.00** **Based within Capital Estates & Facilities at Harrop House, Prestwich Some travelling may be required within the Trust - Expenses payable** **Temporary role until the end of March 2023** The Greater...


  • Prestwich, Borough of Bury, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust provides a wide range of inpatient and community-based mental health care to people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, city of Salford, Trafford and Wigan and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester and beyond. We are one of the largest...


  • Prestwich, Borough of Bury, United Kingdom NHS Professionals Full time

    Programme Support Officer - Prestwich M25 3BL**Band 5 - £14.92/hr plus accrued holiday pay37.5 hours per week - Monday-Friday ****Based within Capital Estates & Facilities at Harrop House, PrestwichSome travelling may be required within the Trust - Expenses payable**Temporary role until the end of March 2023The Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS...


  • Prestwich, Borough of Bury, United Kingdom NHS Professionals Full time

    Programme Support Officer - Prestwich M25 3BLBand 5 - £14.92/hr plus accrued holiday pay37.5 hours per week - Monday-Friday Based within Capital Estates & Facilities at Harrop House, PrestwichSome travelling may be required within the Trust - Expenses payableTemporary role until the end of March 2023The Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust...


  • Prestwich, United Kingdom StrongGuard Security UK LTD Full time

    _**Do you have what it takes to join our award-winning teams? If you do we would love to hear from you. We have an exciting Reception Security Officer position in Prestwich, Manchester. **_ We are looking for experienced, honest, reliable and professional front of house Reception Security personnel in Prestwich, Manchester. The reception security officer...

  • Estates Officer

    2 months ago


    Prestwich, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    To provide general management of maintenance services with the Trust, to ensure efficient and quality site management services and estate compliance - To ensure the Trust’s site management services are governed within agreed policies and procedures and are budgeted for within agreed terms - Actively participate in operational and strategic decision making...

  • Estates Officer

    4 days ago


    Prestwich, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    To provide general management of maintenance services with the Trust, to ensure efficient and quality site management services and estate compliance To ensure the Trust’s site management services are governed within agreed policies and procedures and are budgeted for within agreed terms Actively participate in operational and strategic decision making by...