Information Access Officer – 1 x 2 Year Fixed Term Contract

About the GMC

We work with doctors, physician associates (PAs), anaesthesia associates (AAs), those they care for and other stakeholders to support good, safe patient care across the UK. We set the standards doctors, PAs, AAs and their educators need to meet, and help them achieve them. If there are concerns these standards may not be met or that public confidence in doctors, PAs, or AAs may be at risk, we can investigate, and take action if needed.

The Information Access Team is responsible for helping the GMC meet its statutory obligations in relation to handling Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOIA) requests, subject access requests in accordance with UK data protection legislation and other related correspondence.

Our Information Access Officers handle requests from receipt to completion. This includes:

• Locating the requested information, considering the application of any exemptions, and preparing responses.
• Detailed review of material within complex case files, both in electronic form and sometimes hard copy.
• Application of relevant legislation and GMC policy in relation to the disclosure of information and drafting related correspondence.
• Engaging with colleagues across the GMC when obtaining information for, and considering, information requests.

The Information Access Officer plays a leading role in providing a high-quality service in relation to handling information requests in line with statutory requirements by:

• Accurately applying FOIA and data protection legislation, along with GMC policy, when considering information requests.
• Communicating clearly, accurately, confidently and concisely on a wide range of queries.
• Working constructively within the team and with colleagues across the organisation.

The team usually work from the office one day a week, or more frequently if required or preferred. You may be required to attend the office on additional days during your induction period.

We are happy to consider a range of flexible working options. Flexible working requests will be considered in line with the policy.

You can find more detail on the tasks you will undertake, and the essential skills required for the role, in the job description.

How to apply for the role

If you are interested in applying for this role, please provide a CV and a supporting statement, which demonstrates your reason for applying and a summary of how you can meet the essential skills listed in the job description, provide examples where possible.

Please note, applications submitted without this information will be considered incomplete and not shortlisted.

Details on how to complete the application can be found in the attached guidance document.

We let you know whether you will progress to the next stage of the recruitment process.

GMC Benefits - Why work for us

You’ll benefit from being part of an organisation that is genuinely committed to its people with several excellent benefits including:

• 30 days holiday with the option to buy and sell more
• A generous employer pension contribution of 15%
• Access to a range of learning and development opportunities designed to support your ongoing progression
• Flexible working patterns
• Attractive salary that’s reviewed annually
• Discounts at 100s of high street and online stores
• Discounted gym membership
• Private medical insurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme for those wanting a greener commute
• Bike lockers and shower facilities

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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The GMC values diversity and has made a public commitment to processes and procedures that are fair, objective, transparent and free from discrimination. We are committed to the Disability Confident Employer scheme, and candidates with a disability who best meet the essential criteria outlined in the person specification will be offered an interview.