Sussex Digital In Reach Team provides a free platform on which care providers across Sussex can access free advice and support on technology, digitisation and data protection.


We are run by care providers for care providers.


FREE In-Person Data Security and Protection Training for Front-Line Staff


From January 2025, care providers in Sussex can access face-to-face Data Security and Protection training for their staff, completely free

of charge, thanks to funding from the Digital Care Hub.

This course, developed by the Better Security, Better Care programme, supports care providers in meeting the Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT) requirements.


The DSPT specifies:

  • 95% of staff must complete annual data protection training.
  • A minimum score of 80% in an assessment is required.
  • Course Overview
  • Module 1: Staff responsibilities and people’s rights.
  • Module 2: Sharing, recording, and securely disposing of data.
  • Module 3: Preventing fraud, scams, and maintaining device and paper record security.
  • Module 4: Managing and responding to data breaches.
  • Assessment


Participants will complete a short assessment to demonstrate understanding.

Arrange your training session for January 2025 onwards by contacting us today.

nada@westsussexpartnersincare.org


Free Upcoming Events:


Wednesday, July 8 • 11 AM - 11:30 AM

NHSMail: Essential Tips for Social Care Providers

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Thursday 9 July • 2 PM - 3 PM

REPUBLISH YOUR DSPT TO 'STANDARDS MET'

- IT'S STILL NOT TOO LATE!

Although the 30 June deadline has now passed, it's not too late to publish your Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT).

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Tuesday 14 July • 2 PM - 3 PM 

REPUBLISH YOUR DSPT TO 'STANDARDS MET'

- IT'S STILL NOT TOO LATE!

Although the 30 June deadline has now passed, it's not too late to publish your Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT).

Book Here



Wednesday 15 July • 11 AM - 12 PM

Digital Asset Register Workshop

If you are not sure where to start with your digital asset register, this free workshop will help you create a register that is practical, easy to maintain and meets the DSPT requirements.

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Thursday 23 July • 11 AM - 12 PM

Data Protection Compliance for Social Care

Free practical workshop for social care providers to complete key data protection documentation using ICO and DSPT guidance..

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