Policies & Governance
Modern Slavery Statement
Teach Vocation is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in every part of our organisation. We promote ethical business practices, protect human rights and work with suppliers and partners who share our commitment to fairness, dignity and respect.
Our commitment
Respect, fairness and responsibility
Teach Vocation has a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking. We are committed to acting ethically, protecting human rights and maintaining responsible working practices throughout our organisation and wider supply chain.
We expect the same standards from the suppliers, contractors and partners we work with. Our approach is supported by clear policies, safer recruitment practices, appropriate due diligence and a culture in which concerns can be raised and acted upon without delay.
We recognise our responsibilities under the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and continue to review our arrangements so they remain proportionate to the nature, scale and risks of our operations.
Our approach
How we put our commitment into practice
Our commitment is reflected in the policies, procedures and day-to-day working practices that guide how we recruit, work with partners and manage our organisation.
Ethical Procurement
We work with suppliers and partners who share our commitment to lawful employment, ethical business practices and respect for human rights.
Safer Recruitment
Robust recruitment and right-to-work checks help ensure everyone working with Teach Vocation is employed fairly and legally.
Staff Awareness
Employees understand the indicators of modern slavery and know how concerns should be reported through safeguarding and whistleblowing procedures.
Continuous Review
We regularly review our policies, supplier relationships and organisational practices to strengthen our approach and respond to emerging risks.
MODERN SLAVERY STATEMENT
Our statement
Teach Vocation is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our business and supply chain. We recognise our responsibility to operate with integrity, respect human rights and ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to reduce the risk of exploitation.
Our organisation
Teach Vocation is an independent training provider delivering vocational education and employability programmes across England and Scotland. We work with employers, funding bodies, awarding organisations and delivery partners to support learners into skills development and employment.
Our policies
Our commitment is supported by policies covering safeguarding, whistleblowing, equality, recruitment, procurement and staff conduct. These policies help ensure concerns can be identified, reported and addressed appropriately.
Managing risk
We believe the overall risk of modern slavery within our direct operations is low. Nevertheless, we undertake proportionate checks when engaging suppliers and partners and expect organisations working with us to operate lawfully and ethically.
Training and awareness
Staff are expected to understand the indicators of modern slavery and know how to raise concerns through the organisation's safeguarding and reporting procedures. Awareness forms part of our wider commitment to creating a safe and respectful working environment.
Governance
How we review and maintain this statement
We recognise that preventing modern slavery requires ongoing vigilance. This statement is reviewed regularly to ensure it remains accurate, reflects current legislation and continues to support ethical working practices across Teach Vocation.
Review
- Reviewed annually.
- Updated where legislation, organisational structure or operational practices change.
- Approved by the senior leadership team.
Responsibility
- Responsibility for this statement sits with Teach Vocation's leadership team.
- All staff are expected to uphold the organisation's policies and report concerns through established safeguarding or whistleblowing procedures.
- Suppliers and partners are expected to demonstrate the same commitment to ethical working practices.
Teach Vocation remains committed to protecting human rights, promoting ethical working practices and taking appropriate action to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in every aspect of our organisation.
Questions?
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If you have any questions about our Modern Slavery Statement, our policies or our approach to ethical working practices, our team will be happy to help.
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