Privacy Policy

Privacy Notice for Job Applicants

At Cera Care, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Notice outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data during the job application process.

1. Information We Collect:

• Personal Details: Name, address, email, phone number, and other contact information.
• Application Materials: CV, cover letter, employment history, qualifications, and references.
• Additional Information: Any other information you provide during the application process, such as work samples, portfolios and surveys.

2.0 How We Use Your Information:

• Processing Applications: To evaluate your suitability for the position you applied for.
• Communication: To contact you regarding your application status and any potential interviews. Bear in mind that calls will be recorded for training and monitoring purposes.
• Compliance: To comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

3.0 Legal Basis for Data Processing:

We only collect and use personal information about you when the law allows us to. Most commonly, we use it where:

• You have given consent to the processing activity taking place.
• If the processing is necessary for the performance of a contract.

4.0 Data Sharing and Security:

• Third Parties: We may share your information with service providers who assist us with recruitment and background checks, under strict confidentiality agreements.
• Security Measures: We implement robust security measures to protect your data from unauthorised access, alteration, or disclosure.

5.0 Data Retention:

• Retention Period: We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law.
• Unsuccessful Applications: If your application is unsuccessful, we may retain your information for a limited period to consider you for future opportunities, unless you request otherwise.

6.0 Your Rights:

• Access and Correction: You have the right to access and correct your personal information.
• Deletion: You can request the deletion of your data, subject to legal and contractual restrictions.
• Automated Decision-Making: We may use automated systems to screen applications and assess qualifications based on predefined criteria.
• Your Rights: You have the right to request human intervention if you disagree with an automated decision and to express your point of view and contest the decision.

Contact Us:

If you have any questions about this Privacy Notice or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at dpo@ceracare.co.uk.

By submitting your application, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Notice and consent to the processing of your personal information as described herein.