Policies. Last updated 9 November 2026.
Privacy notice
This notice explains how Himalaya Care Limited uses personal information you send us through this website or by email. It does not cover the records we keep about young people in our care, which are explained in the children's guide and our Statement of Purpose.
Who we are
Himalaya Care Limited (company number 17345001) is the data controller. Registered office: DNS House, 382 Kenton Road, Harrow, London, HA3 8DP. Contact us about privacy at info@himalayacaregroup.co.uk.
What we collect
- Enquiries: your name, organisation, role, email and message.
- Job applications: your contact details, role, qualifications, right to work, CV and anything you choose to tell us.
- Technical data: limited information needed to keep the site secure, such as IP address, handled by our hosting provider.
Please don't send information that could identify a young person through this website or by ordinary email. Referrals should come through your authority's secure email.
Why we use it
- To reply to enquiries and build relationships with placing authorities (legitimate interests).
- To assess job applications and take steps towards employment (steps before a contract).
- To carry out safer recruitment checks the law requires of children's homes (legal obligation).
How long we keep it
- Enquiries: 2 years from our last contact.
- Unsuccessful job applications: 6 months after the role is filled.
- Successful applications become part of your staff record.
Your rights
You can ask to see, correct or delete your information, object to how we use it, or ask us to limit its use. Email us and we'll respond within one month.
Complaints
If you're unhappy with how we've handled your information, please tell us first. You can also complain to the Information Commissioner's Office at ico.org.uk or on 0303 123 1113.