Data Protection apprentice
Who Are We?
The Percy Hedley Foundation is one of the largest regional charities supporting people with a range of learning and physical needs. We take a person centred, flexible approach to the care and support we provide. The Percy Hedley Foundation has three main sites providing specialist education, adult day services and residential care to our service users. Our sites are based in Forest Hall, Killingworth, and Jesmond.
We work towards excellence every day and our team members are committed to delivering the very best outcomes for the people we support. Our dynamic and flexible service is tailored to the specific needs of the individual, making it easier to live, learn and be part of a world adapting to change.
The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Data Protection apprenticeship within the Percy Hedley Foundation. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic and willing to learn, with good attention to detail, organisational and communication skills.
Launch your career in data protection with our Level 4 Apprenticeship! Gain real world experience, and earn while you develop expert skills. This is your opportunity to protect vital information, and build a career in a rapidly growing sector. Don’t wait—start your journey today!
As an apprenticeship regular training with our training partner to achieve your Data protection and information governance practitioner (level 4) qualification. Equivalent to higher national certificate (HNC). At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
You will work 37 hours per week:
8.30 am to 4.30 pm Monday to Thursday
8.30 am to 4.00 pm Friday.
The post is temporary for the length of the apprenticeship, typically 18 months.
For more information, please call 0191 2381330 and ask to speak with the Foundations Data Protection Officer.
Please click here for the job description.
Examples of what you’ll do at work
- Assist in co-ordinating responses to data subject access, rights and information requests
- Assist in responding to complaints and concerns
- Report, investigate, analyse and document data incidents and breaches
- Support the Data Protection Officer with specific tasks related to the data protection improvement plan, training and audits
- Be a specialist point of contact for advice and guidance regarding data and information management for all business areas
- Provide support to the Data Protection Officer and Records Manager as requested
Your training plan:
Level 4 Data Protection and Information Practitioner Apprentice Standard.
Requirements:
Essential qualifications:
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4/C and above)
- Maths (grade 4/C and above)
A Level in:
- 3 x A-Levels (grade A* - D)
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
Why Work for Us
The Percy Hedley Foundation encourages career development and progression. We run a robust training programme and we also have development opportunities across the wider Foundation.
We also offer the following benefits to staff:
- 23 days plus bank holidays, increasing to 28 days after 5 years
- Wellbeing support (including occupational health, physio services and counselling services)
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Induction and ongoing training
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to a rewards scheme designed to save money on shopping
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Access to discounted Nexus Travel Corporate Pop Card (payments spread over 12 months and deducted from salary each month)
Click here for more information on the benefits available: https://www.percyhedley.org.uk/work-with-us/
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants should be aware that the post will only be offered to successful candidates subject to an Enhanced DBS and barring checks as well as other employment clearances such as referencing and online checks in line with our regulator’s legislation requirements.
Please note it is an offence to apply for this role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children and the Percy Hedley Foundation has the right to respond appropriately.
As a disability confident employer who is registered and accredited by the scheme, we would encourage all applications but please reach out if you require any guidance or support in your application.
This role is classed as regulated activity as it involves working directly with children and/or vulnerable adults. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-declaration form prior to interview.
Please access the following link for our vulnerable adults protection policy:
