12 months fixed term
Are you passionate about data protection, transparency, and good governance? We’re looking for an organised and proactive Information Governance Officer to join our busy and supportive Information Governance Team. This is a great opportunity to learn about (UK) GDPR (The Data Protection Act), and wider information legislation while supporting the Information Governance Manager to provide services across the organisation to manage information responsibly.
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
About the role
In this role, you will support the Information Governance Team Leader to ensure the Council meets its statutory responsibilities and follows best practice. Key areas include:
- Supporting compliance with (UK) GDPR.
- Monitoring the Transparency Code.
- Supporting the monitoring and reporting of data breaches across the organisation.
- Assisting the Information Governance Manager when liaising with internal teams and external bodies, including regulators such as the ICO.
- Working to deadlines and helping the Council maintain robust information governance practices.
About you
We’re looking for someone who is organised, proactive and willing to learn. You will bring:
- A good general level of education (A-level standard or equivalent).
- Experience working in an office-based support role.
- Strong administration skills, with excellent attention to detail.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to interpret written policies and processes.
- Confidence working with colleagues at all levels and providing clear guidance.
- Strong IT skills, including office software, email, and online systems.
- The ability to work collaboratively as part of a small, supportive team.
- A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusive service delivery.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place.
Our vision
Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
- Work Together as one team – work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do.
- Drive Efficiency – show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential.
- Be Ambitious – be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way.
- Make a Difference to Reading – maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed.
Our offer
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
- Generous holiday entitlement – 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays with the option to buy additional leave.
- A wide range of flexible working opportunities.
- Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading.
- Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
- Life Assurance – three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS).
- On‑site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted.
- Season Ticket Loan – a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work.
- Lease car salary sacrifice scheme – allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax.
To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Nayana.george@reading.gov.uk
Closing Date: Sunday 29th March 2026Interview Date: TBCInterview Process: Interview only
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