Privacy Policy

Pro1 Recruitment – Modern Slavery Policy

 

The Company acknowledges its responsibility within the Modern Slavery Act 2015 through publication of a policy statement setting out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery and related abuses.

 

We will ensure transparency within the Company and suppliers of labour provided to or by the Company, through steps which include:

 

  • Assessing and reducing the risk in the business of modern slavery practices occurring e.g. checking the authenticity of papers proving a right to work in the UK
  • Having robust procurement policies that ensure our supply chain is scrutinised for compliance and consequences of non-compliance are clear and actioned i.e. that commercial relationships with suppliers, contractors and other business partners will not be entered into (or terminated if existing)
  • Providing information to staff on the warning signs that might indicate that modern slavery is taking place
  • Promoting to staff the importance of raising immediately any concerns they may have
  • Protecting staff who are ‘whistle blowers’ in respect of concerns they have about modern slavery

 

Training

The Company requires all staff within the Company to complete training on modern slavery, which covers the following areas;

  • the use of labour engaged on unrealistically low wages or wages below a country's national minimum wage;
  • how to identify the signs of slavery and human trafficking;
  • what initial steps should be taken if slavery or human trafficking is suspected;
  • how to escalate potential slavery or human trafficking issues to the relevant parties within the Company;
  • what external help is available, for example through the Modern Slavery Helpline, Gang masters Licensing Authority and "Stronger together" initiative;
  • what messages, business incentives or guidance can be given to suppliers and other business partners and contractors to implement anti-slavery policies; and
  • what steps the Company should take if suppliers or contractors do not implement anti-slavery policies in high-risk scenarios, including their removal from the Company's supply chains.

 

The Company is absolutely committed to preventing slavery and human trafficking in its activities, and to ensuring that its supply chains are free from slavery and human trafficking.

 

HOW WE USE YOUR DATA FOR RECRUITMENT

Background

This privacy policy covers how we Pro 1 Recruitment Ltd collect, use, store and protect the data that is supplied to us by job applicants and clients.

Our Commitment to Job applicants

We believe completely in equal opportunities and will treat all applicants fairly with no discrimination.

We never knowingly provide misleading information about the nature of the role.  We would never charge a job seeker a fee for the purpose of finding them a role.

We are committed to managing your personal information securely and with respect in accordance with the General Data Protection requirements.

The information we collect may cover the following:

  • Contact information (name address, phone number and email address)
  • Information from CV or application form or covering letter (education, skills and qualifications)
  • Psychometric tests.
  • Health records (Night Worker assessment forms, Health questionnaires) where required as part of the role.
  • Occupational health report (Higher level screening required for role) with Access to medical Records consent being given by the applicant
  • Disclosure and Barring Record where a requirement for the role
  • References from the names referees that the applicant provides and only with the applicants’ consent.
  • Visa and proof of the right to work in the UK documents
  • Employment records (including job titles, work history, working hours, training records and professional memberships).
  • Salary, annual leave, pension and benefits information.
  • Access to your DVLA portal.

We may also collect, store and use “special categories” of more sensitive personal data which require a higher level of protection such as Information about your race or ethnicity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation and political opinions. Also information about criminal convictions and offences.

 

Purpose of collection

The purpose of collecting this information is to find suitable candidates to fulfil a specific role within our Company, and to check that you are legally entitled to legally work in the UK. We collect personal information either directly from candidates or sometimes from an employment agency. We may sometimes collect additional information background check agencies.

 

Where appropriate, we will collect information about criminal convictions as part of the recruitment process. We are allowed to use your personal information in this way to carry out our obligations.

 

How the information is held.

Most information is transmitted by email and is stored on our computers, and paper based filing. We use Microsoft Office 365 which covers our email servers and cloud-based file storage system.

All this information can only be accessed by authorised staff within our Company.  Our staff are trained to understand the importance of keeping personal data secure.

Our computers are safeguarded by anti-virus software and the regular changing of security passwords.

The information on candidates for specific roles will be held for 6 months in line with CIPD recommended best practice. After which paper files will be securely shredded and computer records deleted. Only if we have asked, and you have given your consent for the data to be held will this not apply.

Disclosure

We may disclose the information for the purpose of obtaining referees. Where additional information is required the information may be disclosed to the Disclosure and Barring Service, your G.P or an Occupational Health professional only after you have given your consent

You have specific rights in connection with personal information: request access to your personal information; request correction of the personal information that we hold about you; request erasure of your personal information; object to processing of your personal information where we are relying on a legitimate interest; request the restriction of processing of your personal information; request the transfer of your personal information to another party and the right to withdraw consent.  

 

Complaints

Privacy complaints are taken very seriously and if you believe that we have breached your privacy you should in the first instance write to Daniel Nee who has responsibility for Data Protection within our Company stating the details of your complaint. We would ask that you provide us with as much detail as possible to allow a thorough investigation. Your complaint will be acknowledged within 24 hours and we aim to resolve any complaint within 5 working days. However, depending on the complexity of the complaint and availability of external agencies it may on occasions take longer.

Should your complaint show that we have breached our duty of care we will report the breach to the Information Commissioner’s Office

If you are not satisfied by our response you may complain to the ICO.