Description

Information Governance Officer

RCN UK HQ (London), or Cardiff Gate, Permanent

17.5 hours per week, ideally worked Monday to Wednesday (negotiable)

Salary range per annum £36,705 - £41, 466 pro rata* plus London weighting if applicable

At the Royal College of Nursing we’re an optimistic organisation. And we’ve got good reason to be. We all share the same voice when it comes to changing the shape of the health policies of the future. And as the largest trade union of nursing staff and students in the UK – with over half a million members – all we can see are the infinite possibilities for a brighter future. Join us and you will too.

We're accredited with Investors in People Silver Standard. Our people are our greatest asset, and we want people who can contribute to our purpose in line with our values.

As an Information Governance Officer you’ll use your positive attitude, your knowledge of Information Governance and Data Protection legislation to help deliver the RCN’s Information Governance Strategy.

It's a job full of possibilities as you could get involved in anything from Data Subject Rights requests to implementing recommendations from penetration tests and assisting with data audits. We'll look to you to assist with maintaining the Information Asset register, business continuity planning, and reporting on Data Protection compliance. It's a great way to build your knowledge of our work and develop your potential.

As well as exceptional customer service, to join us you’ll need an in-depth knowledge of Information Governance Practices and Data Protection Legislation.

To succeed at the Royal College of Nursing all you need to do is think bigger, better and brighter. And with an attitude like that, anything’s possible.

What we offer you

We expect you to look after your customers. And we expect you to be rewarded for it. We offer an impressive range of benefits, a broad range of learning development opportunities and an award-winning health and wellbeing programme. We offer annual leave up to 32 days plus bank holidays and three additional days for the Christmas break plus generous maternity, adoption, paternity, and shared parental leave packages.

*We offer a competitive pay structure with annual pay progression until you reach the top of the salary scale. We normally offer new employees the first point of the salary range, although you may be able to negotiate a higher starting salary depending on your skills, experience and current salary.

We are a diverse organisation and understand everyone has different needs and many of our employees enjoy flexible working enabling them to deliver results whilst having a good work life balance. Our hybrid working model allows for up to 60% of your working time to be carried out from home. At least 40% of your working time will be spent working in person.

There may be further flexibility to the locations advertised. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss if alternative office locations are available.

Our selection process

Please click the ‘apply now’ button to submit a CV and answer the supporting questions online demonstrating how you meet the criteria for this role. You may not be shortlisted if you don’t. Please ensure your CV is in a simple format with minimal tables and sections. Any identifying information in your application will automatically be anonymised for shortlisting purposes.

We want your experience applying for a job with us to be the best it can be. We may hold our interviews and assessments in person or by video call. If you foresee any problems, please let us know.

Equal opportunities for everyone

Equity, diversity and inclusion are a priority for us and we aim to foster an inclusive environment so our people can bring their authentic selves to work. This is integral to our mission to enable you to support our members and ensure their voice is heard by all UK governments to get the best outcomes for them and their patients.

As a proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme we actively encourage applications from people with disabilities.

Contact details

For more information or for an informal discussion about the role please contact Jessica Harris at jessica.harris@rcn.org.uk

For more information about the recruitment and selection process please contact recruit@rcn.org.uk

Opening date: 10 September 2024

Closing date: 11.59pm on 01 October 2024

If we receive many applications after a week of advertising, we may close this vacancy earlier.

Selection dates: To be confirmed

Contracted hours: 17.5