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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Deputy Head of Information Governance - **Company:** Cardiff and Vale University Health Board - **Location:** London, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £58,133.0 - £65,261.0 - **Contract:** Contract - **Skills:** Cyber Security, Data Security - **Published:** September 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/C9824-26-0825/ats-direct-apply ## About the Role Previous experience working in a healthcare environment and specialist knowledge of Information Governance within health and social care are essential for this role., Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trusts values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment., * Masters degree or first degree and/or equivalent professional experience/qualifications * Evidence of continuing professional development in information governance, * Extensive experience and specialist knowledge of Information Governance legislation and practice, including UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, FOI, EIR, Access to Health Records Act, information sharing, information rights and records management. * Experience of developing and reviewing information sharing and transfer agreements * Experience of working with the Data Security & Protection Toolkit (DSPT) * Experience in review and assessment of Data Protection Impact Assessments * Experience of working as a Senior IG Officer, or Deputy Head of IG * Has detailed knowledge of relevant corporate, professional and/or legal standards. * Experience in handling IG security incidents and breaches * Experience of staff management or can demonstrate ability to lead team members directly or indirectlyExperience of staff management or can demonstrate ability to lead team members directly or indirectly * Ability to work in a demanding environment, * Experience of working with and across a number of agencies including the Information Commissioners' Office (ICO) * Experience of acting as the Trust's Privacy Officer, in undertaking regular audits of clinical system access to ensure access is justified and legitimate * Experience and knowledge of records management practices, particularly in the NHS, * Knowledge of information governance legal and national regulatory requirements, including the General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Act, Freedom of Information/Environmental Information Regulation and Access to Health Records Acts * Able to provide evidence of where you have demonstrated the Trust's Values and Behaviours * Able to demonstrate excellence in Customer Service and promotes partnership and collaborative working within teams * Able to meet the required IT Skills for the post * Draws rational and defensible conclusions, using appropriate information/ data and provides analysis in support of conclusions * Encourages rigour and provides critical challenge in determining outcomes * Undertakes robust risk and impact management * Awareness of, and collaborative working with, key decision makers across the Trust * Demonstrates accountability for decisions taken, by considering consequences, impacts and implications * Overcomes obstacles, and shows resilience in achieving desired * Makes best use of diverse talent, capabilities and technologies to achieve optimum results * Takes personal responsibility for team and organisational performance and practices * Resilient, sensitive and assertive with the wide variety of people and behaviours * Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally, * Knowledge of confidentiality guidance (e.g. Caldicott Principles) * Able to respond and manage responses to concerns and requests around patient and staff records including organisational learning ## Description An exciting opportunity is available for a Deputy Head of Information Governance to join the Information Governance (IG) team at Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust. As a senior member of the team, you will support the Head of Information Governance and Data Protection Officer in leading the delivery of IG strategies, policies, assurance and compliance across the Trust. You will provide expert advice across information governance, including data protection, information risk, Freedom of Information, Environmental Information Regulations and records management. You will help colleagues understand and meet their legal and regulatory responsibilities while supporting safe, effective use of information. This is a varied leadership role offering the opportunity to: * Provide expert advice on complex IG matters. * Lead and develop a team of IG Advisors and an administrator. * Support statutory information request processes. * Review Data Protection Impact Assessments and advise services. * Contribute to the NHS Data Security and Protection Toolkit. * Prepare reports and papers for the Trust Board and governance groups., As Deputy Head of Information Governance, you will provide senior leadership and expert advice across the Trust, working closely with the Head of Information Governance., * Providing expert advice on Information Governance, data protection legislation, information risk management, FOI, EIR and records management. * Supporting staff to meet legal and regulatory requirements relating to confidentiality, information access and information security. * Overseeing the effective management of statutory information requests, including FOI/EIR requests and Subject Access Requests. * Providing line management and support to IG Advisors and the IG Administrator, helping to develop an effective and supportive team. * Reviewing Data Protection Impact Assessments and providing expert advice to services. * Supporting compliance with the NHS Data Security and Protection Toolkit. * Contributing to Information Governance reports and papers for the Trust Board, Information Governance Group and other governance forums. * Working collaboratively with services, senior colleagues and stakeholders to identify risks, provide solutions and strengthen IG compliance. * Communicating complex information clearly and appropriately, both verbally and in writing. 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