Social Ventures (PVT) Ltd Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 30.12.2025

At Social Ventures (Pvt) Ltd, we are committed to protecting your privacy and personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and applicable data protection laws.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information when you engage with our consultancy, training, supervision, and professional development services under our Bridging Gaps offer.

By using our website or services, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information from individuals, professionals, and institutions who contact or engage with us, including but not limited to:

• Contact details (name, email address, phone number, country of residence)
• Professional background (qualification, practice area, years of experience)
• Information provided during consultations, training, or supervision
• Registration-related information (e.g. Social Work England application status)
• Booking and enquiry form submissions
• Communications via email, WhatsApp, Microsoft Teams, or website forms
   

Where relevant and with explicit consent, we may also process limited special category data (e.g. information relating to professional capability or learning needs).

2. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following lawful bases:

• Consent – where you voluntarily provide information or agree to specific processing
• Contractual necessity – to deliver consultancy, training, or supervision services you request
• Legitimate interests – to respond to enquiries, improve services, and maintain professional records
• Legal obligation – where required to comply with regulatory or legal requirements
   

3. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to:

• Respond to enquiries and consultation requests
• Deliver consultancy, training, supervision, and professional development services
• Support international professionals preparing for UK social work practice
• Arrange and manage virtual sessions (via Microsoft Teams or similar platforms)
• Maintain professional records and service quality
• Improve website content and service offerings
• Comply with legal, regulatory, and safeguarding obligations
   

Important:
Social Ventures UK does not provide recruitment or employment placement services.

4. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information only where necessary and appropriate, including with:

• Secure third-party service providers (e.g. booking systems, email services)
• Professional or regulatory bodies only if required by la 
• IT or website service providers for operational purposes
   

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

5. Data Security

We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard your personal information, including:

• Secure digital storage
• Restricted access to data
• Use of reputable software platforms
• Regular review of data handling practices
   

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:

• Provide requested services
• Meet professional, legal, or regulatory requirements
• Resolve queries or disputes
   

You may request deletion of your data at any time (subject to legal obligations).

7. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Rectify inaccurate or incomplete data
• Request erasure of your data
• Restrict processing
• Request data portability
• Object to processing in certain circumstances
• Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is consent-based)
   

Requests can be made using the contact details below.

8. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and user experience. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

9. Links to External Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies separately.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page with a revised effective date.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us:

Social Ventures (Pvt) Ltd
1st Floor, 46 Throwley Way
Sutton, Greater London
SM1 4AF
United Kingdom

📧 admin@socialventuresuk.com
🌐 www.socialventuresuk.com