Main area This opportunity will be a temporary arrangement in the first instance as the role will be retained as a substantive vacancy until the MOC implementation process (slotting-in, ring-fenced competition, consideration for colleagues At Risk of redundancy at this Band and the Band above) has been completed. Once the MOC implementation process has been completed for this role, if it is clear there are no colleagues for whom it could be SAE, the temporary post-holder may be confirmed as permanent. Grade NHS AfC: Band 8b Contract 6 months (Fixed term/secondment) Hours Full time – 37.5 hours per week Job ref 066-ICB-GOV01
Employer NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board Employer type NHS Site TBC Town Stoke on Trent Salary £66,582 – £77,368 . Salary period Yearly Closing 28/09/2026 23:59
Senior Information Governance Manager & Data Protection Officer
NHS AfC: Band 8b
Job overview
Information is one of the NHS’s most valuable assets, and this role offers an exciting opportunity to shape how it is protected, managed and used across a complex healthcare system. As Senior Information Governance Manager and Data Protection Officer, you will provide expert leadership on all aspects of information governance, data protection and information sharing, ensuring the organisation meets its statutory, regulatory and NHS obligations. Working closely with Board members, executive leaders, GP practices and system partners, you will influence strategic decision-making, support digital transformation and help foster a culture where information is managed responsibly, securely and ethically. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced information governance professional looking to lead at system level and make a significant contribution to improving health and care services across the region
Main duties of the job
You will lead the Information Governance function and act as the Data Protection Officer for the ICB and participating GP Practices. The role includes overseeing compliance with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, NHS information governance standards and the Data Security and Protection Toolkit. You will provide expert advice on complex information governance, confidentiality and data protection matters, whilst leading the management of information risks, incidents, data protection impact assessments and information-sharing arrangements. The postholder will develop and implement information governance strategy, manage and develop staff, provide assurance to senior leaders and committees, and work collaboratively with partners across the Integrated Care System to support safe, lawful and effective use of information
Working for our organisation
The Shropshire Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board (ICB) and Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent NHS Integrated Care Board (ICB) is responsible for planning functions; managing the NHS budget and arranging the provision of health services in the geographical area.
New starters are expected to collect IT equipment, from offices in Stoke-on-Trent, and if working from home are required to have appropriate desk/chair/ relevant equipment in compliance with DSE regulations.
Posts at Band 8c and above, will take part in the On-call rota, flexible over 7 days, supporting the System Control Centre, with full training provided.
Unconscious Bias/Invisible Disability Training and Equality Induction are mandatory.
Interviews may take place via MS Teams or in person.
We promote a compassionate and inclusive environment and welcome applications from a diverse pool of talent and backgrounds. All individuals are valued and given every opportunity to succeed based on merit.
The ICB embrace the principles of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of their age, disability, gender re-assignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion and belief, sex or sexual orientation. It’s important that our workforce reflects the diversity of communities as much as possible.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The postholder will provide strategic leadership for all information governance activities across the organisation, acting as the designated Data Protection Officer and senior subject matter expert. Responsibilities include developing and implementing information governance strategy; ensuring compliance with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, Caldicott Principles and NHS standards; leading completion of the Data Security and Protection Toolkit; managing information governance risks and assurance processes; overseeing data protection impact assessments, information sharing agreements and records management arrangements; leading investigations into information incidents and data breaches; and providing expert advice to senior leaders, boards and system partners. The role will also lead the development of a positive information governance culture through training, awareness programmes and stakeholder engagement, whilst supporting major digital, transformation and data-sharing initiatives across the Integrated Care System .
Person specification
Knowledge, Training and Experience
- Educated to master’s level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area Extensive SME-level knowledge and expertise of Governance (strategic & tactical), including all NHS-ICB statutory & regulatory compliance matters Proven and significant leadership experience. Evidence of post qualifying and continuing professional development Must have an understanding of the background to and aims of current healthcare policy and appreciate the implications of this on engagement Should have an appreciation of the relationship between the DoH / NHSE and individual provider / commissioning organisations Member of a relevant professional body
- Member of a relevant professional body
Communication Skills
- Developed communication skills for delivering key messages to a range of stakeholders both internal and external (including outside the NHS) to the organisation, some at very senior level. Good presentational skills for conveying complex concepts. Ability to use informed persuasion to influence others.
Analytical
- Ability to identify risks, anticipate issues and create solutions and to resolve problems in relation to project or service delivery. Ability to understand a broad range of complex information quickly and making decisions where opinions differ/no obvious solution
Management Skills
- Skills for direct line management and job management. Skills for delivering results through managing through others and using a range of levers in the absence of direct line management responsibility. Skills for managing relationships with a range of different stakeholders
Equality and Diversity
- Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of equality of opportunity and diversity taking into account and being aware of how individual actions contribute to and make a difference to the equality agenda. Ensures staff for whom the post holder has line management responsibility Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of equality of opportunity and diversity.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
This post will require a submission for Disclosure to be made to check for any unspent criminal convictions.
Name Beth Emberton Job title Head of Governance and Corporate Services Email address bethan.emberton1@nhs.net
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