Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 11, 2024

CareJobs.org.uk (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you access or use our website, including any services provided to job seekers (“Candidates”) and employers (“Employers”) within the UK care sector. By using our website, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you register as a Candidate or Employer on our website. This may include, but is not limited to:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Contact details
  • Job history and qualifications (for Candidates)
  • Company information and job postings (for Employers)

Automatic Data Collection

We may also collect information about your device, IP address, browser type, operating system, and how you interact with our website through cookies and similar technologies. This helps us enhance user experience and improve our services.

2. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used to provide, personalise, and improve our services, including:

  • Facilitating job applications and communication between Candidates and Employers.
  • Managing user accounts, profiles, and job postings.
  • Sending job alerts, notifications, and updates relevant to user preferences.
  • Conducting website analytics to improve functionality and user experience.

We may use your contact information to send you important updates regarding your account or changes to our services and policies. Marketing emails will be sent only with your explicit consent, and you may opt out at any time.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share information in the following situations:

  • With Employers and Candidates: Candidates’ information is shared with Employers upon application to a job, and vice versa, to facilitate recruitment.
  • Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors) who assist us in providing services. These providers have access only to the information necessary to perform their tasks on our behalf and are required to protect your information.
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Access to user data is restricted to authorised personnel, and all payments are processed securely through trusted third-party providers. However, please be aware that no method of electronic storage or transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute data security.

5. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access and Correction: You may request access to or correction of your personal information held by us.
  • Data Portability: You have the right to request your information in a structured, commonly used format.
  • Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal obligations.
  • Withdraw Consent: You may withdraw your consent to data processing at any time, where consent is required.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We may require verification of your identity before responding to such requests.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to track your interactions with our website, including visits to our pages and links clicked. This helps us understand user preferences, enhance functionality, and deliver relevant content. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, but please note that disabling cookies may limit your experience on our website.

7. Retention of Information

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. After this period, your information will be deleted or anonymised.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the date of the latest revision will be noted. By continuing to use CareJobs.org.uk after changes are made, you accept the updated Privacy Policy.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: info@carejobs.org.uk
Address: [Company Address, UK]