Modern Slavery Statement

Our Commitment

At Kerensa Care and Support, we are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our operations. We take a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking and are dedicated to ensuring our organisation and supply chains are free from all forms of exploitation.

This statement outlines the steps we are taking in line with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and in accordance with CQC Regulation 13 on safeguarding.

Who We Are

Kerensa Care and Support provides high-quality care and support services to vulnerable adults across Cornwall. Our services are built on compassion, dignity, and respect, and we are committed to protecting the rights of every person we support.

We employ a dedicated team of staff across multiple services and understand our duty to safeguard both those we support and those who work with us.

Preventing Modern Slavery

We recognise that modern slavery can occur in many forms—including forced labour, domestic servitude, debt bondage, and human trafficking—and we take proactive steps to prevent it within our organisation and our supply chains.

What We Do:

• Conduct right-to-work checks for all employees

• Ensure no recruitment fees are charged to staff

• Maintain a whistleblowing policy to empower staff to raise concerns safely

• Deliver mandatory safeguarding and modern slavery training

• Perform supplier due diligence and contract reviews

These measures are embedded in our internal policies and processes and reflect our commitment to safe, ethical working environments.

Working with Suppliers

We expect the same high standards from our suppliers, contractors, and business partners. All new suppliers are subject to vetting to ensure they meet our ethical and legal standards. Any supplier found to be in breach of these requirements will be investigated and, where necessary, removed from our supply chain.

Training and Awareness

Safeguarding is central to our values at Kerensa. All employees receive training on:

• Recognising signs of modern slavery

• How to report concerns internally or externally

• Understanding the legal responsibilities under the Modern Slavery Act and CQC requirements

Training is refreshed annually and updated in line with national guidance.

Governance and Accountability

Modern slavery is addressed at the highest level of our organisation. Our leadership team:

• Reviews safeguarding concerns, including any related to exploitation

• Monitors compliance with anti-slavery policies

• Ensures continuous improvement through audit and feedback

We are committed to transparency and continuous improvement in all areas of safeguarding and human rights protection.

Raising a Concern

If you suspect any form of modern slavery within our services or supply chain, we urge you to report it immediately via our whistleblowing procedure or to contact the Modern Slavery Helpline (08000 121 700).