Privacy & Cookie Policy

Last updated: 24 August 2025

At Job Detector, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled responsibly and in accordance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information, as well as how we use cookies on our website https://jobdetector.co.uk.

1. Privacy Policy

1.1 Who We Are

Job Detector (“we”, “us”, or “our”) provides training and job placement services across industries such as healthcare, security, construction, housekeeping, catering, cleaning, and warehouse work.
We act as a data controller when processing your personal data.

1.2 Scope of this Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to:

  • Candidates registering for training or employment opportunities.

  • Prospective candidates we may contact about job opportunities.

  • Clients who work with us to fill vacancies.

  • Suppliers & partners providing services to us.

  • Visitors to our website.

1.3 Personal Data We Collect

We may collect the following types of data:

  • Candidates: Name, contact details, CV, work history, qualifications, certificates (e.g., SIA, CSCS), job preferences, health details (where relevant), and background checks (where legally required).

  • Prospective candidates: Professional details from sources like LinkedIn, job boards, or referrals.

  • Clients & suppliers: Business contact details (name, role, company, phone, email).

  • Website users: IP address, device/browser details, and site usage data (via cookies).

1.4 How We Use Your Data

We process data to:

  • Deliver recruitment and training services.

  • Match candidates with job opportunities.

  • Communicate with you about updates and services.

  • Support CV preparation and interview coaching.

  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

  • Improve our website and services.

  • Send marketing communications (only with your consent).

1.5 Legal Basis for Processing

We rely on:

  • Contract (to deliver services).

  • Legal obligations (compliance with employment and regulatory laws).

  • Legitimate interests (connecting candidates with employers, improving services).

  • Consent (for marketing and sensitive data processing).

1.6 Sharing Your Data

We may share your information with:

  • Employers and clients for job opportunities.

  • Training providers for course verification.

  • Third-party service providers (IT, hosting, checks) under strict agreements.

  • Legal or regulatory authorities where required.
    We never sell your data.

1.7 International Data Transfers

Where data is transferred outside the UK/EEA, we use ICO-approved safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses.

1.8 Data Retention

  • Candidates: Kept for as long as necessary to provide ongoing career opportunities.

  • Clients & suppliers: Retained during the contract and as legally required.

  • Marketing data: Retained until consent is withdrawn.

1.9 Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you can:

  • Access the data we hold about you.

  • Request corrections or deletion.

  • Restrict or object to certain processing.

  • Request data portability.

  • Withdraw consent at any time.
    Complaints can also be made directly to the ICO (Information Commissioner’s Office).

1.10 Security Measures

We apply strict technical and organisational security controls. Only authorised staff/partners have access under confidentiality agreements.

2. Cookie Policy

2.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device to make websites function, improve user experience, and analyse performance.

2.2 Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential / Functional cookies: Enable website features (e.g., login, form submissions, preferences).

  • Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors use the site (e.g., anonymous statistics via tools like Elementor/WordPress).

  • Preference cookies: Store your settings and preferences.

  • Marketing cookies: Only set with your consent.

2.3 Consent & Control

When you visit our site, a cookie banner allows you to accept, reject, or customise settings. You may withdraw or adjust your preferences at any time.
You can also control cookies directly via your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

2.4 Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third parties we work with (e.g., analytics, hosting providers). These are subject to their own privacy policies.

3. Contact Details

For privacy or cookie concerns, please contact:

Job Detector
44 Broadway, London, Stratford, E15 1XH
📞 07511315979 / 07514255302
✉️ info@jobdetector.co.uk
🌐 https://jobdetector.co.uk

If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): www.ico.org.uk.

4. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy & Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.