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Data Protection Officer

Service Care Solutions
Gloucestershire
1 week ago
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Job Description

Data Protection Officer – 6-Month Contract 
Location:Hybrid (Office base with flexible remote working)
Rate:£30.99 per hour (Umbrella) |Annual Equivalent:£45,147 (PO2)
Contract Duration:Until 12/12/2025
Hours:37 hours per week (Monday–Friday)
Department:Governance & Compliance

We are seeking a skilled and experiencedData Protection Officerto join a policing organisation within their Governance & Compliance team. This is a critical role that ensures the organisation meets its legal and ethical obligations under Data Protection and Freedom of Information legislation.

You’ll be working across all levels of the force, acting as the key point of contact for theInformation Commissioner’s Office, overseeing data breaches, advising on privacy risks, and ensuring the force remains compliant withData Protection Act (Part 2 & 3)andFreedom of Information Act 2000.

Key ResponsibilitiesServe as the Force'sData Protection OfficerandFreedom of Information Officer, acting on behalf of the Chief Constable.

Liaise directly with theICOon breach reporting, investigations, and regulatory interpretation.

Lead and manage the Information Disclosure Team, ensuring service standards and statutory compliance.

Provide strategic advice across departments on data sharing, privacy impact assessments, and compliance.

Develop and implement internal training on data protection and FOI legislation for all staff levels.

Create and maintain records for data breaches, information sharing agreements, and statutory disclosures.

Key Skills & Experience?Qualified in Data Protection(must include Part 2;Part 3 is essential unless directly relevant experience can be demonstrated)
Proven leadership experience within a data governance, FOI, or compliance setting
Strong working knowledge of police systems, statutory disclosures, and ICO regulation
Experience handling complex SARs, EIRs, and third-party legal information requests
Strategic communicator with the ability to influence at all levels

DesirablePrevious experience withinpolicing or criminal justiceenvironments

Sufficient familiarity with S55 breach handling, civil disclosure procedures, and ICO determinations

Working ArrangementsHybrid model with flexible remote working options

Occasional travel to attend national and regional meetings

Must be vetted toManagement Vetting (MV & SC)level

Apply todayto take on this pivotal role in maintaining transparency, safeguarding information rights, and upholding public trust.

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