Data Protection Case Officer | Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust in Truro

This role has been approved for advertising; however, it is also being assessed as a suitable alternative employment opportunity. As a result, the vacancy may be withdrawn or there may be a delay before shortlisting can begin.

This role is open to all applicants. However, in line with Cornwall First recruitment principles, initial shortlisting will prioritise applicants from Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, and the Integrated Care Board for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

Under the Data Protection Act, data subjects have a right to have access to and copies of their records. This role is to assist in the provision of these records.

You will be required to work as part of a small team, communicating effectively and courteously with a wide range of internal and external personnel. You will be involved in all aspects of locating personal files, both physical and electronic, and preparing them for disclosure to a tight deadline.

To work on your own initiative to prioritise, assist with the management and allocation of the administrative workload of the department within clearly defined policies and procedures, but understand when to seek assistance.

To clearly and accurately identify information which will be released to outside agencies and individuals (restricting information where appropriate), adhering to the Data Protection Act 2018, UK General Data Protection Regulation, and Access to Health Records Act 1990.

To record all requests on Datix (reporting system). To receive, log, and action any incidences of misfiled personal identifiable information. To take calls from the public, solicitors, and the Police in response to their requests.

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is at the heart of acute and specialist care for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We care for a population of around 470,000 people, a number that increases during visitor seasons. We employ around 6,700 staff, united by a shared commitment to deliver safe, high-quality care. We provide services across three main hospital sites, with around 780 inpatient beds:

• Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro
• West Cornwall Hospital in Penzance

As a teaching hospital, we’re proud to work in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, the University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School, supporting the next generation of health professionals. We’re committed to staying at the forefront of medical advance; investing in our people, developing our facilities, and expanding the specialist care we can offer locally so more patients can receive the care they need closer to home. We have a growing reputation for research and innovation that helps shape better care for the future.

The Knowledge Spa, located on our Truro site, is a vibrant hub for medical, nursing, and professional education across clinical and non-clinical roles. It plays a vital role in attracting, developing, and retaining highly skilled teams.

We are driven by one clear ambition, Outstanding Care for One and All, care that’s safe, kind, and high-quality. We are RCHT.

To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

• Identity Checks
• Professional registration and qualification checks
• Employment history and reference checks
• Occupational Health clearance
• Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
• Right to work in the UK

For further information please visit: NHS Employers.

We reserve the right to close this advert early. We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview. Sponsorship is unavailable for this role. This advert closes on Monday 17 Aug 2026.