At Probity Teaching Ltd we take your privacy seriously. This policy outlines how we collect,  use, and protect the personal data of teachers and schools who use our platform to  connect for recruitment purposes. We are committed to complying with the UK General  Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) to ensure your data is handled lawfully and  transparently. 

1. Data Controller 

Probity Teaching Ltd registered at C/O Atreus Accountants, A35, Arena Business Centre,  East Dorset Trade Park, Wimborne, England, BH21 7UH is the data controller responsible  for the personal data collected through this service. 

2. Personal Data We Collect 

We collect personal data from both teachers and schools for the purpose of facilitating  introductions and matching but only with both parties’ express written permission.  

The types of personal data we may collect include: 

2.1. For Teachers: 

– Full name 

– Contact information (email, phone number) 

– CV and educational background 

– Teaching qualifications and certifications 

– Employment history and references 

– Preferred location, job role, and school type 

– Language proficiency and skills 

– Profile picture (optional) 

– Criminal records check (if applicable) 

2.2. For Schools or Other Educational Institutions: 

– School name and address 

– Contact person’s name, position and contact details 

– Information about vacancies (role, qualifications, experience required) – School description and mission

3. How We Use Your Data 

We use the personal data we collect for the following purposes: 

– Matching teachers with relevant job opportunities at international schools. – Facilitating communication between teachers and schools. 

– Verification and screening of candidates’ qualifications and experience. – Improving our services, including data analytics to optimise the matching process. – Compliance with legal obligations, such as safeguarding and data protection laws. 

4. Lawful Basis for Processing 

We rely on several lawful bases for processing your personal data: 

– Consent: You provide your express written consent when signing up for our services. – Legitimate interests: We process data to match candidates with schools in a way that  benefits both parties. 

– Contract: Processing is necessary to fulfil our obligations under any contracts you enter  with us. 

– Legal obligations: We may process data for safeguarding or regulatory reasons. 

5. How We Share Your Data 

We may share your personal data with: 

– International schools that have entered into a contract with us, for the purpose of  matching teachers with vacancies. 

– Service providers who support our operations (e.g., cloud hosting, background check  services). 

– Regulatory authorities, if required by law. 

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. 

6. Data Retention 

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in  this policy. If you delete your account or request that we stop processing your data, we  will securely delete or anonymise your data in line with our retention policy. 

7. Your Rights Under GDPR 

As a user of our service, you have the following rights: 

– Right of access: Request access to your personal data. 

– Right to rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data. 

– Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”): Request the deletion of your data. – Right to restrict processing: Limit the ways in which we process your data. – Right to data portability: Obtain a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable  format. 

– Right to object: Object to our processing of your personal data. 

– Right to withdraw consent: You may withdraw your consent at any time. 

To exercise your rights, please contact us at [email protected] or by mail at  Probity Teaching Ltd registered at the address: C/O Atreus Accountants, A35 Arena  Business Centre, East Dorset Trade Park, Wimborne, England, BH21 7UH.

8. Data Security 

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your  personal data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. These measures include using  an SSL encrypted website for initial data collection, secure data storage and regular  audits of our data security practices. 

9. International Data Transfers 

As an international service, some of the data you provide may be transferred to, stored  in, or processed in countries outside the UK. We ensure that such transfers comply with  GDPR, using standard contractual clauses or other safeguards as required. 

10. Children’s Privacy 

Our services are not directed at individuals under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly  collect personal data from children. 

11. Changes to This Policy 

We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or the law.  We will notify you of any significant updates through our website or by email. 

12. Contact Information 

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy, or if you wish to make a  complaint, please contact us at: 

Probity Teaching Ltd, C/O Atreus Accountants, A35 Arena Business Centre, East Dorset  Trade Park, Wimborne, England, BH21 7UH 

13. In Conclusion 

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s  Office (ICO) if you believe we have not complied with applicable data protection laws. 

This GDPR policy ensures that your service is transparent about its data practices and  compliant with UK law, offering both teachers and schools confidence that their  information is being handled responsibly.