GDPR Policy

Last updated: 2 July 2026

Introduction

Staffwell is committed to protecting the personal data of our candidates, clients, website users and business contacts. We process personal information in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018 and all applicable data protection legislation.

This policy explains how Staffwell manages personal data and our commitment to handling information fairly, securely and transparently.

Our Commitment

Staffwell will ensure that all personal data is:

  • Processed lawfully, fairly and transparently.

  • Collected for specified, legitimate purposes.

  • Limited to the information necessary for recruitment and staffing activities.

  • Accurate and kept up to date where reasonably possible.

  • Retained only for as long as necessary.

  • Stored securely and protected against unauthorised access, loss or misuse.

Personal Data We Process

Depending on the services provided, we may collect and process:

  • Name and contact details

  • Address

  • Date of birth

  • Employment history

  • Qualifications and experience

  • CVs

  • Right to work documentation

  • National Insurance number

  • Driving licence details (where relevant)

  • Availability and work preferences

  • Client contact information

  • Assignment and placement history

  • Website usage information

Why We Process Personal Data

We process personal data in order to:

  • Register candidates

  • Match candidates with suitable job opportunities

  • Provide recruitment and temporary staffing services

  • Introduce candidates to prospective employers

  • Verify identity and right to work

  • Meet legal and regulatory obligations

  • Communicate with candidates and clients

  • Manage business relationships

  • Improve our services

Lawful Bases for Processing

Staffwell processes personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:

  • Consent

  • Performance of a contract

  • Compliance with a legal obligation

  • Legitimate interests

Where consent is required, it may be withdrawn at any time.

Sharing Personal Data

We may share personal information with:

  • Prospective employers

  • Payroll and employment providers

  • Compliance and right to work verification providers

  • Professional advisers

  • Government bodies or regulators where required by law

We will never sell personal data to third parties.

Data Security

Staffwell takes appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against accidental loss, unauthorised access, alteration or disclosure. Access to personal information is limited to those who require it to perform their role.

Data Retention

Personal data will only be retained for as long as necessary for recruitment, staffing, legal or regulatory purposes. Once no longer required, information will be securely deleted or anonymised.

Individual Rights

Individuals have the right to:

  • Request access to their personal data.

  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • Request erasure where appropriate.

  • Request restriction of processing.

  • Object to certain processing activities.

  • Request a copy of their data in a portable format where applicable.

  • Withdraw consent where processing relies on consent.

  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

Data Breaches

Any suspected personal data breach will be investigated promptly. Where required by law, Staffwell will notify the Information Commissioner’s Office and affected individuals within the required timescales.

Policy Updates

This policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in legislation or our business operations. The latest version will always be available on our website.

Contact

If you have any questions regarding this policy or how Staffwell processes personal data, please contact us at:

Email: hello@staffwell.co.uk