Data Protection Assistant

Overview

Build your career in data protection as a Data Protection Assistant at Lift Schools. This is a development opportunity ideal for someone at the start of their career who is curious, motivated, and keen to grow in data protection and information governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Data Protection Officer in handling personal data securely and lawfully.
• Coordinate information requests and support data breach management.
• Promote a strong culture of privacy awareness across schools.

Training and Development

You will have the opportunity to complete the Level 4 Data Protection and Information Governance Practitioner apprenticeship, with training fees covered via our apprenticeship levy. We will support your learning journey every step of the way.

What We Are Looking For

• A genuine interest in data protection, compliance, or information governance.
• Proactive, well-organized, and confident communicator.
• Comfortable using Google Workspace or willing to learn.

Additional Information

This is a full time, permanent role (37 hours per week) with a hybrid remote work arrangement (2 days remote, 3 days office-based in London or regional hubs). Applicants must be UK-based with the right to work in the UK.

About Lift Schools

Lift Schools is a diverse and inclusive network of 58 schools committed to providing excellent education. They offer comprehensive training, generous benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Key skills/competency

• Data Protection
• UK GDPR
• Compliance
• Information Governance
• Communication
• Google Workspace
• Apprenticeship
• Data Breach Management
• Privacy Awareness
• Organizational Skills