Subject Consent

In many cases, the College can only process personal data with the consent of the individual. In some cases, if the data is sensitive, express consent must be obtained. Agreement to the College processing some specified classes of personal data is a condition of acceptance of a student onto any course, and a condition of employment for staff. This includes information about previous criminal convictions in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974| and information about disabilities.

Some jobs or courses will bring applicants into contact with children, including young people between the ages of 16 and 18. The College has a duty under the Children Act 1989| and other enactments to ensure that staff are suitable for the job, and students for the courses offered. The College also has a duty of care to all staff and students and must therefore make sure that employees and those who use the College facilities do not pose a threat or danger to other users.

Therefore, all prospective staff and students will be asked to consent to their data being processed when an offer of employment or a course place is made. A refusal to sign such a form may result in the offer being withdrawn.

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