Privacy Policy

Who we are

Sterling Peak Healthcare Ltd ("we", "us", "our") is registered in England & Wales, Company No. 15144484, registered office Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom. We are the data controller for the personal information described in this policy.

What information we collect

Depending on your relationship with us, we may collect:

• Candidates & staff: name, contact details, right-to-work status, DBS information, qualifications, employment history and references.
• Clients: organisation and contact details, and information relating to staffing or service requests.
• Website visitors: information you submit via our contact, request-staff or application forms.

How we use your information

We use personal data to:

• Assess and process job applications and staffing placements.
• Carry out required vetting, including DBS and reference checks.
• Communicate with clients about staffing and service requests.
• Meet our legal and regulatory obligations.

Legal basis for processing

We process personal data on the basis of: performance of a contract (placing candidates, delivering services), legal obligation (vetting and safeguarding requirements), and legitimate interests (responding to enquiries, maintaining business records). Where required, we obtain explicit consent.

How we store and protect your data

Personal data is stored securely and access is restricted to those who need it to perform their role. We do not sell personal data. We only share information with third parties where necessary to deliver our services (for example, a client assessing a candidate's suitability) or where required by law.

How long we keep your data

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law and regulatory guidance relevant to the healthcare and recruitment sectors.

Your rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
• Request correction of inaccurate data.
• Request deletion of your data, where applicable.
• Object to or restrict certain processing.
• Withdraw consent at any time, where consent is the basis for processing.

Cookies

This website does not use tracking or advertising cookies. Any technical cookies used are strictly necessary for the site to function.

Contact us about your data

To exercise any of your rights, or if you have a question about this policy, contact us at info@sterlingpeakhealthcare.co.uk or +44 7770 710362. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.

Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page.