This privacy notice explains how Asters Specialist Care (Yorkshire) ltd (trading as Asters Specialist Care) collects, uses, stores, and protects personal data submitted through our website (www.asterscare.co.uk).

 

It applies to enquiries, job applications, newsletter sign-ups, and general communication received via the website.

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This notice is specific to website users. 

 

Who We Are

Asters Specialist Care (Yorkshire) Ltd (trading as Asters Specialist Care) is the data controller for information collected via our website. Our registered address is 1 Eastway, Scarborough, YO11 3LS. Our Data Protection Officer is Lynne Taylor. You can contact our DPO on 01723 502418 for any privacy-related enquiries.

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What This Notice Covers

This notice covers information submitted through our website, including general enquiries, recruitment enquiries, and newsletter subscriptions.

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What Data We Collect

• Name, email address, phone number

• Any details entered into our contact, enquiry, or application forms

• Information provided in CVs or covering letters

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How We Collect Your Data

We collect data when you submit a form through our website or contact us using published email or phone details.

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Why We Collect Your Data

We collect your data to:

• Respond to enquiries or requests for information

• Process job applications

• Send newsletters (where you have opted in)

• Carry out our legitimate business operations

 

Lawful Basis for Processing

We rely on the following lawful bases under UK GDPR:

• Consent (for newsletter subscriptions)

• Contract or pre-contractual steps (for job applications)

• Legitimate interests (for general communication and enquiries)

• Legal obligations (if data relates to safeguarding or regulatory processes)

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Sharing Your Data

We do not sell or share your personal data for marketing. We may share data with trusted service providers to help manage our website, recruitment, or communications, under strict data processing agreements.

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How We Store and Protect Your Data

Your data is stored securely in our Microsoft 365 environment (OneDrive/SharePoint). Access is limited to those who need it for their roles, and data is encrypted both at rest and in transit.

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How Long We Keep Your Data

We retain personal data in line with GDPR guidance.

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Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you

• Request correction of inaccurate data

• Request erasure (in certain circumstances)

• Object to or restrict processing

• Withdraw consent (where applicable)

• Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (https://ico.org.uk/concerns)

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Contacting Us

If you have questions about this privacy notice or how your data is handled, please contact our Data Protection Officer: Lynne Taylor on 01723 502418.

 

Review and Updates

This privacy notice was last reviewed in October 2025.