Job Introduction
Salary: Grade 7, SCPs 11 - 17 - £28,142 - £31, 022, Permanent, 37 hours per week, Based in Sir Henry Mitchell House, Bradford
Working for the Bradford Children and Families Trust offers the opportunity to work with some great people who are passionate about delivering change in a city whose culture offers as much diversity as it’s geography. You can make a real difference to families and children and be an active part in delivering the service Bradford families should receive.
We are fully committed to equal opportunities, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
About the Role
As a SAR / FOI Administrator, you’ll be the first point of contact for all information governance queries, including Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) and Freedom of Information (FOI) requests. You will manage complex and high-volume requests, ensuring compliance with statutory timescales and legislation such as the Data Protection Act 2018, UK GDPR, and FOI Act. This role requires exceptional attention to detail and discretion when handling sensitive data.
Our strategic vision and values https://www.bradfordcft.org.uk/about-us/our-vision-and-values/ are upheld across the Trust, fostering a reliable and supportive environment for both staff and the children in our care.
Our approach is rooted in restorative and relational practice, fostering trust, mutual respect, and meaningful relationships with children, families, and professionals.
You’ll also:
- Coordinate and respond to DSARs and FOI requests within statutory timescales.
- Apply exemptions and redactions in line with legislation.
- Draft correspondence and compile accurate documentation.
- Maintain internal registers and databases for tracking requests.
- Provide advice on information governance best practice.
To be successful in this role you will need:
- Strong understanding of FOI Act, Data Protection Act 2018, and UK GDPR.
- Experience managing DSARs and FOI requests, including applying exemptions and redactions.
- High attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines.
- Ability to handle extremely sensitive personal data with professionalism.
- Excellent communication and analytical skills.
You’ll also be joining an organisation that truly values its people, offering a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance, including:
- Enhanced annual leave entitlement: 31 days rising to 34 with service (plus bank holidays)
- Excellent local Government pension
- Competitive salary and structured pay progression
- Supportive carer and parental policies
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Access to Occupational Health and confidential counselling services
- Supportive staff networks
- Access to Blue Light Carddiscounts
- Professional development/support and opportunities career progression
Bradford Children and Families Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment.
If shortlisted, you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history prior to interview.
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check including a check against the Children’s barred list, will be carried out on preferred candidates.
To arrange an informal discussion, please contact Samantha Charlston samantha.charlston@bradfordcft.org.uk
Closing Date: 28th Jan
Interviews: 3rd or 6th February