Policies & Compliance
Safeguarding & Data Protection Statement.
Synergy STEM is committed to safeguarding, promoting welfare, and protecting the personal data of all individuals we work with, including learners, candidates, employers, and partners.
Safeguarding Commitment
We recognise our responsibility to safeguard children, young people, and vulnerable adults, particularly where our work intersects with education, training, and early-career pathways.
Our safeguarding approach includes:
A clear Safeguarding Policy aligned with best practice
Safeguarding-aware recruitment and vetting processes
Appropriate escalation procedures where safeguarding concerns arise
Collaboration with employers and education providers to ensure safe working environments
Where roles involve contact with learners, young people, or vulnerable adults, additional safeguarding requirements (including DBS checks where applicable) are confirmed with the employer prior to progression.
Synergy STEM does not place candidates into environments that do not meet safeguarding expectations.
Data Protection & Privacy.
Synergy STEM processes personal data in accordance with UK GDPR and applicable data protection legislation.
What data we collect
We may collect and process:
Personal identification and contact details
CVs, employment history, and qualifications
Right-to-work documentation
Vetting and compliance information (where required for the role)
How data is used
Personal data is processed solely for:
Recruitment and progression support
Vetting and compliance checks
Employer introductions and candidate submissions
Legal and regulatory obligations
We do not sell or misuse personal data.
Data security
Data is stored securely with restricted access
Information is retained only for as long as necessary
Data is shared only where required and with appropriate consent
Individuals have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of their data in line with data protection law.
Equal Opportunities Statement.
Synergy STEM is an equal opportunities organisation and is committed to fair, inclusive, and non-discriminatory practices across all areas of our work.
We actively promote equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all individuals regardless of:
Age
Disability
Gender identity or gender reassignment
Marriage or civil partnership
Pregnancy or maternity
Race, nationality, or ethnic origin
Religion or belief
Sex or sexual orientation
Recruitment decisions are based solely on skills, experience, suitability, and role requirements.
Fair recruitment practices
All candidates are assessed consistently and objectively
Right-to-work checks are applied fairly to all candidates
Reasonable adjustments are supported where required
Discriminatory behaviour is not tolerated
We work with employers who share our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion and expect partners to uphold the same standards.
Right to Work & Compliance Note.
Synergy STEM is committed to lawful and compliant recruitment practices.
Right to Work Checks
All candidates must demonstrate the legal right to work in the UK before being progressed for employment opportunities.
Right-to-work checks are completed using:
The UK Government online Right to Work service (share code), or
Approved manual document checks where applicable
Checks are conducted consistently, recorded appropriately, and retained securely in line with legal requirements.
Compliance Assurance
Our recruitment processes are designed to:
Meet employer and MSP/RPO compliance expectations
Reduce hiring risk for employers
Ensure ethical and transparent recruitment
Where additional checks are required (such as DBS or reference checks), these are confirmed with the employer and coordinated accordingly.
Synergy STEM does not charge recruitment fees for employers recruiting learners directly from publicly funded Skills Bootcamp programmes. Commercial recruitment services are delivered separately under agreed Terms of Business.