Privacy Policy

Headstart is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share personal information about job applicants, including your CV, name, email, and other related information, in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

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What information do we collect?

We collect various types of personal information from job applicants to facilitate the recruitment process. This includes your name, email address, telephone number, postal address, CV/resume, cover letter, employment history, education history, references, and any other information you choose to provide in your application. Additionally, we may collect information generated during the recruitment process, such as interview notes and assessment results.

Data Sharing

We may share your personal data with third parties, including:

• Service providers who assist with our recruitment process.
• Professional advisors, such as lawyers or auditors.
• Regulatory authorities if required by law.

We require all third parties to respect the security of your personal data and to treat it in accordance with the law.

Use of Information

We use the personal information we collect from you to process and assess your job application. This includes reviewing your qualifications, experience, and suitability for the role, as well as communicating with you throughout the recruitment process. To enhance our selection process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) screeners to assist in evaluating your application. These tools help us identify the best candidates by analyzing data patterns and matching your qualifications with job requirements. Furthermore, we may use your information to conduct background checks, where applicable, and to comply with legal and regulatory requirements. If your application is successful, the information collected will form part of your employment record.

Your Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:

• Access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Rectification: You have the right to request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Erasure: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain conditions.
• Restriction: You have the right to request the restriction of processing of your personal data.
• Objection: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data.
• Portability: You have the right to request the transfer of your data to another party.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at headstartforstudents@gmail.com.

Data Security

We have implemented appropriate security measures to prevent your personal data from being accidentally lost, used, or accessed in an unauthorized way. We limit access to your personal data to those employees, agents, contractors, and other third parties who have a business need to know.

Use of Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience and improve our services. Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit our site. We use cookies for various purposes, including to understand how you interact with our website, to remember your preferences, and to provide you with personalized content. Some cookies are essential for the operation of the site, while others help us analyze website traffic and user behavior through tools like Google Analytics. You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings, but please note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.