✨ New feature alert
This feature is available from Thursday, 31st July 2026.
Overview
Attachments uploaded as part of a learner-submitted Skills Scan can now be deleted once they have been reviewed. This helps Centres manage personal data in line with GDPR requirements.
Important: Deleting an attachment is permanent and cannot be undone.
User Roles
This feature can be used by users who have permission to view Skills Scan submissions.
Deleting a Skills Scan Attachment
- Open the learner's completed Skills Scan.
- Locate the attachment you want to remove.
- Click Delete Attachment.
- Enter the final characters of the filename when prompted.
- Confirm the deletion.
The attachment will be permanently removed from the Skills Scan.
How Deletion Confirmation Works
To help prevent accidental deletion, you must enter the final characters of the attachment filename before the file can be removed.
Audit Trail
All attachment deletions are recorded in the audit trail, providing a clear history of when the file was removed and by whom.
Tips & Notes
- Deleted attachments cannot be recovered.
- Only delete attachments where there is a valid business or GDPR reason.
- The deletion process is designed to help Centres manage personal data retention requirements.
- All deletions are recorded for audit purposes.
Terminology
The terminology used in this article may differ depending on your Centre’s configuration.