Access to Information Officer: Sponsorship Available

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Job summary

The Access to Information Officer is a key member of the Access to Information Team, supporting the Trust’s compliance with information rights legislation and promoting openness, transparency and accountability across the organisation.

The post holder will manage and coordinate requests made under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOIA), UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA 2018), Access to Health Records Act 1990 and other relevant legislation. Working closely with clinical, operational and corporate services teams, the post holder will ensure information is identified, reviewed and disclosed appropriately within statutory timescales.

The role requires the ability to analyse complex information, interpret legislation, exercise sound judgement and provide practical advice on information governance, confidentiality and data protection matters. The post holder will contribute to compliance monitoring, performance reporting, staff training, awareness activities and service improvement initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised, proactive and customer-focused individual who enjoys working with complex information, building effective relationships and helping the Trust meet its legal and regulatory obligations. The post holder will play an important role in protecting the rights of patients, staff and the public whilst supporting the delivery of a high-quality Access to Information service.

Main duties of the job

The Access to Information Officer plays a key role in supporting the Trust’s compliance with information rights legislation and data protection requirements. Working within a busy Access to Information team, the post holder will manage and coordinate requests received under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOIA), UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA 2018), Access to Health Records Act 1990 and related legislation.

The successful candidate will work closely with clinical, operational and corporate services colleagues to obtain, review and prepare information for disclosure, ensuring responses are accurate, lawful and delivered within statutory timescales. They will provide advice and guidance on information rights, confidentiality, records management and data protection matters, promoting a culture of compliance and transparency.

The role involves analysing complex information, maintaining accurate records and case management systems, monitoring performance, supporting compliance reporting, audits, training and awareness activities. The post holder will also contribute to the development and continuous improvement of policies, procedures and processes that strengthen organisational compliance and service delivery.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level qualification

Desirable

  • A nationally recognised practitioner certificate in Freedom information / Data Protection or similar

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience of working in an Information Compliance / Corporate Governance role within the NHS or equivalent public sector organisation
  • Experience of managing and processing Declarations of Interests returns and compliance with NHS Standards for Managing Conflicts of Interests within a large multidisciplinary organisation

Knowledge

Essential

  • Demonstrate knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Data Protection Legislation (DPA2018/GDPR)
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office software packages and advanced keyboard skills (ie. ECDL or equivalent)

Desirable

  • Understanding of governance issues related to corporate activities of a statutory organisation

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Closing Date: 14 August 2026

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