Price: Cost is based on the number of pupils within the school/setting (£2.60 per pupil)
Overview
We save your school time, money and effort in trying to interpret complex and extensive legislation. We can also help you avoid huge fines and compensation claims for data protection breaches.
Our service eases the pressure by supporting your school in adhering to the latest GDPR regulations. Our expert team of Data Protection Officers give you the tools and advice you need to be compliant in this complicated world of what you can and can’t do with data.
The service ensures that as the appointed Data Protection Officer (DPO), the tasks outlined in Article 39 General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) are complied with.
What's included?
Our support will:
- Inform and advise the controller or the processor and the employees who carry out processing of their obligations
- Provide advice and guidance on GDPR compliance and data protection impact assessments
- Monitor compliance with the Regulation including data protection policies such as assignment of responsibilities and staff training
- Act as the contact point for the supervisory authority on issues relating to processing
- Investigate all data breaches and liaise with regulatory bodies in the event of a data breach
- Manage Subject Access Requests (SARs)
- Provide a variety of GDPR templates including a model records management policy and retention periods
- Develop fit for purpose policies and procedures
- Conduct data mapping exercises
- Undertake an annual GDPR Audit and provide a GDPR tracker
You will also benefit from:
- Access to online training material for staff and governors
- Access to Shard Business Services Learning Platform, which has ready-made policies, guidance, templates, training material and e-books
- Termly GDPR Networking Forum
- Cyber Security support and training
What our customers think
"Sheryl’s expertise in GDPR has been of great benefit. She advises us in this area and acts as our DPO. Sheryl’s proactive approach ensures that she is up to date with developments. In the fields of both financial scrutiny and GDPR, we are confident in Sheryl’s assurance of compliance."
Why you should choose us
We have over 20 years of experience within schools and have an in depth understanding of how different schools work. Our staff are fully qualified GDPR Practitioners, are experts in compliance and have dealt with a wide range of GDPR issues.
Our focus on our customers means you can expect a reply to emails and queries within 24-48 hours. Our service is value for money, without compromising on quality.