Data Protection Support Officer
| Posting date: | 03 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £16.0 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Hourly Rate for Assignment |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 02 January 2026 |
| Location: | Northampton, Northamptonshire, nn1 1ue |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4752506_1764772154 |
Summary
Location: Northampton (Hybrid)
Rate: £16.00 per hour
Hours: 7 hours per day (plus 30‑minute lunch)
Working Week: Up to 4 days per week (ideally 3 days if highly experienced)
Contract Length: 12 weeks
Your new role
We are seeking a Data Protection Support Officer to join our client's team on a temporary 12‑week assignment. This role offers a part time arrangement and flexibility in working days, making it ideal for an experienced professional looking for a short‑term opportunity with impact.
- Support the organisation with information governance processes.
- Handle and process GDPR and Freedom of Information (FOI) requests accurately and efficiently.
- Ensure compliance with data protection legislation and internal policies.
- Provide guidance and support to colleagues on data protection matters.
- Assist with maintaining accurate records and documentation.
What you'll need to succeed
- Strong knowledge and hands‑on experience in information governance.
- Proven ability to process GDPR and FOI requests.
- Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
- Previous experience working within a housing environment (preferred but not essential).
What you'll get in return
- Flexible working week (3-4 days).
- Hybrid working arrangement.
- Opportunity to make a real impact in a short‑term assignment.
- Competitive hourly rate of £16.00.
What you need to do now
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