At Taten Care Services, we are fully committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in all aspects of our operations. As part of our dedication to social responsibility, we are committed to ensuring that modern slavery and human trafficking have no place in our organisation or our supply chains. This statement outlines the steps we have taken and continue to take to comply with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and protect human rights.
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1. Organisation Structure and Supply Chains
Taten Care Services is a leading provider of social care services for young people aged 12 to 25, offering a range of support including mental health services, life skills development, and housing assistance. We operate within the United Kingdom and partner with various suppliers and service providers to deliver the highest quality of care to our clients. Our supply chain includes vendors and contractors who provide goods and services, such as facility management, IT support, training, and other essential resources. We recognise that our supply chains can be complex, involving multiple tiers of suppliers. As such, we are committed to working only with suppliers who share our values and adhere to ethical standards, including the prevention of slavery and human trafficking.
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2. Policies in Relation to Slavery and Human Trafficking
Taten Care Services has implemented a comprehensive Anti-Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy, which outlines our zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery. This policy applies to all employees, suppliers, and contractors associated with our organisation. It sets clear expectations regarding the ethical treatment of individuals and the prohibition of forced labour, child labour, and human trafficking in any form. Our policy is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure it remains effective and aligned with current legislation. We also provide training and resources to our employees and suppliers to raise awareness of the risks of modern slavery and the importance of compliance with our standards.
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3. Due Diligence Processes
To safeguard against the risks of modern slavery within our organisation and supply chains, Taten Care Services has established robust due diligence processes. These include: Conducting thorough background checks on all suppliers and contractors before engagement. Requiring suppliers to complete a Modern Slavery Compliance Questionnaire, which assesses their adherence to ethical labour practices. Including clauses in contracts with suppliers and contractors that explicitly prohibit modern slavery and human trafficking, and outline the consequences of non-compliance. Our due diligence processes are designed to identify and mitigate risks early, ensuring that all parties involved in our operations are committed to ethical practices.
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4. Risk Assessment and Management
Taten Care Services regularly conducts risk assessments to identify areas within our organisation and supply chains that may be vulnerable to modern slavery and human trafficking. These assessments are conducted at least annually and whenever there are significant changes to our operations or supply chains. We prioritise areas where the risk of modern slavery is highest, focusing on sectors and regions with known issues related to labour exploitation. Based on the findings of our risk assessments, we implement targeted actions to address potential vulnerabilities, such as increased scrutiny of certain suppliers or enhanced monitoring of specific processes.
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5. Key Performance Indicators to Measure Effectiveness
To ensure that our efforts to combat modern slavery are effective, Taten Care Services has established key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure our progress. These KPIs include: The number of suppliers and contractors who have completed the Modern Slavery Compliance Questionnaire. The percentage of contracts that include anti-slavery clauses. The number of employees and suppliers who have received training on modern slavery awareness. The results of our annual risk assessments, including any identified risks and the actions taken to mitigate them. The number of reported incidents of modern slavery within our operations or supply chains, and the outcomes of any investigations. We regularly review these KPIs to evaluate the effectiveness of our policies and procedures, making adjustments as needed to strengthen our approach.
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6. Training and Awareness
At Taten Care Services, we believe that education is a critical component in the fight against modern slavery. We provide comprehensive training to all employees, particularly those in procurement, HR, and other roles with direct responsibility for supply chain management. This training covers the signs of modern slavery, the legal requirements of the Modern Slavery Act, and the procedures for reporting concerns. In addition, we work closely with our suppliers to raise awareness of modern slavery risks and encourage the adoption of best practices across our supply chain.
Conclusion
Taten Care Services is committed to playing our part in the global effort to end modern slavery and human trafficking. We understand that this is an ongoing challenge, and we are dedicated to continually improving our practices to protect the rights and dignity of all individuals involved in our operations. We will continue to monitor, assess, and enhance our efforts to ensure that modern slavery has no place in our organization or supply chains.