What are the responsibilities and job description for the Access to Information Assistant, Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman position at Guardian Jobs?
About The Role
Are you passionate about transparency and accountability? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy matters?
We're looking for a detail-oriented Access to Information Assistant to join our team, processing data protection subject access requests and freedom of information requests that help maintain public trust in local government and social care services.
What You'll Do
Working alongside our Information and Records Officer, you'll play a vital role in upholding individuals' rights to access information. Your responsibilities will include:
Processing new requests under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), Environmental Information Regulations (EIR), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act (DPA) Reviewing documents to identify and redact personal data with precision and care Issuing timely responses that quote relevant legal exemptions Managing competing priorities in a challenging environment with tight deadlines What We're Looking For
You'll be someone who:
Works with exceptional accuracy and meticulous attention to detail Takes a positive and flexible approach to completing tasks to deadline without supervision Can diligently follow processes whilst applying sound judgement Learns new IT systems and software quickly Has excellent written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly Relishes working in a demanding environment where every request matters About Us
The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman investigates complaints about councils and adult social care providers in England. We're an independent organisation that helps resolve disputes and drive improvements in public services.
Further information about the LGSCO is available on our website: www.lgo.org.uk
How To Apply
Further information including the full job description, person specification and details of how to apply are available at www.lgo.org.uk/jobs/vacancies
Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 12 January 2026
Our Commitment to Diversity
We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and other minority ethnic groups who are currently under-represented within our organisation. We're committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve.
Are you passionate about transparency and accountability? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy matters?
We're looking for a detail-oriented Access to Information Assistant to join our team, processing data protection subject access requests and freedom of information requests that help maintain public trust in local government and social care services.
What You'll Do
Working alongside our Information and Records Officer, you'll play a vital role in upholding individuals' rights to access information. Your responsibilities will include:
Processing new requests under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), Environmental Information Regulations (EIR), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act (DPA) Reviewing documents to identify and redact personal data with precision and care Issuing timely responses that quote relevant legal exemptions Managing competing priorities in a challenging environment with tight deadlines What We're Looking For
You'll be someone who:
Works with exceptional accuracy and meticulous attention to detail Takes a positive and flexible approach to completing tasks to deadline without supervision Can diligently follow processes whilst applying sound judgement Learns new IT systems and software quickly Has excellent written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly Relishes working in a demanding environment where every request matters About Us
The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman investigates complaints about councils and adult social care providers in England. We're an independent organisation that helps resolve disputes and drive improvements in public services.
Further information about the LGSCO is available on our website: www.lgo.org.uk
How To Apply
Further information including the full job description, person specification and details of how to apply are available at www.lgo.org.uk/jobs/vacancies
Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 12 January 2026
Our Commitment to Diversity
We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and other minority ethnic groups who are currently under-represented within our organisation. We're committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve.