Introduction
FE Careers.co.uk Limited (Company Registration No. 5229473), along with our parent company Chimeara Limited and sister website www.fenews.co.uk, is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This policy explains how we handle your personal data and your rights under data protection law.
Who We Are
We are FE Careers.co.uk Limited, registered at 5 Harrington Lane, The Library Room, Pinhoe, Exeter, EX4 8PF. We are the data controller for the personal information collected through our website, www.fecareers.co.uk.
The Personal Data We Process
We collect and process the following information:
1. Information you provide directly:
- Name and contact details
- CV and professional information
- Job preferences and search criteria
- Account login credentials
- Communications with us
2. Information we collect automatically:
- Technical data (IP address, browser type, device information)
- Usage data (how you interact with our website)
- Location data (if permitted by your device)
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data under the following legal bases:
- Consent: For job alerts, marketing communications, and CV database inclusion
- Legitimate Interests: For website functionality and service improvement
- Contract: To provide our job search and application services
How We Use Your Data
Your personal data is used to:
- Provide job search and application services
- Match you with relevant job opportunities
- Maintain and improve our services
- Send job alerts and relevant communications
- Ensure website security and prevent fraud
Data Sharing
We may share your data with:
- Employers and recruiters (with your consent)
- Our service providers and technology partners
- Other job boards (only with explicit consent)
- Legal authorities when required by law
International Transfers
We primarily process data within the UK and European Economic Area (EEA). Any transfers outside these areas are conducted under appropriate safeguards and data protection mechanisms in compliance with UK and EU data protection laws.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data, including:
- Encryption of sensitive data
- Regular security assessments
- Access controls and authentication
- Staff training on data protection
- Regular backup procedures
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to processing
- Data portability
- Withdraw consent
- Lodge a complaint with the ICO
Cookie Policy
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Maintain website functionality
- Analyse site usage
- Personalise content
- Remember your preferences
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to provide our services or comply with legal obligations.
Specifically:
- Active accounts: Data retained while account is active
- Inactive accounts: Reviewed annually for deletion
- Job applications: Retained for 24 months unless requested otherwise
- Marketing preferences: Retained until consent is withdrawn
Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for users under 16. Users aged 16-18 should have parental consent. We do not knowingly collect data from users under 16.
Changes to This Policy
We regularly review and update this policy. Significant changes will be communicated through our website or email. Last updated: [Current Date].
Contact Us
For privacy-related queries:
- Email: gavin@fecareers.co.uk
- Post: Data Protection Officer, FE Careers.co.uk Limited, 5 Harrington Lane, The Library Room, Pinhoe, Exeter, EX4 8PF
- Website: Use our contact form at https://www.fecareers.co.uk/contact-us
Supervisory Authority
If you believe we have not properly handled your data, you can complain to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO). For more information, visit www.ico.org.uk.