Privacy Policy for Famah Healthcare Recruitment
Last Updated: [10th April, 2026]
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information necessary to assess your suitability for healthcare roles. This includes:
- Identity Data: Full name, date of birth, nationality, and right-to-work documentation.
- Professional Data: CV, employment history, qualifications, and professional body memberships (for example NMC, GMC).
- Special Categories: Health records (fitness-to-work), DBS criminal record checks, and vaccination status.
- Financial Data: Bank details and National Insurance number for payroll purposes.
2. How We Use Your Data
We process your data based on Contractual Necessity (to find you work) and Legal Obligation (to verify healthcare credentials).
- Matching: To pair you with suitable healthcare providers.
- Vetting: To perform mandatory compliance checks required for healthcare settings.
- Communication: To update you on applications and upcoming shifts.
3. Sharing Your Information
Your data is only shared with parties essential to the recruitment process:
- Healthcare Providers: We share your professional profile and compliance status with potential employers.
- Regulatory Bodies: If required for audits or legal compliance.
- Third-Party Services: For payroll processing or background screening, under strict confidentiality agreements.
4. Data Retention
We do not keep your information longer than necessary:
- Unsuccessful Candidates: Typically held for 6 months.
- Placed Candidates: Held for 7 years post-contract for tax and legal verification.
- DBS Records: Destroyed after 6 months once the recruitment decision is made.
5. Your Rights
Under data protection laws, you have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold.
- Rectify: Correct any inaccurate information.
- Erase: Request the deletion of your data (subject to legal retention requirements).
- Withdraw Consent: At any time for optional data processing.
6. Contact Us
For any privacy concerns or to exercise your rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer at:
- Email: [info@famahhealthcareservices.com]
- Address: [United Kingdom, 45 Fitzroy Street, Fitzrovia, London, England, W1T 6EB.]