Modern Slavery
Statement

Kingdom Kare is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking across our organisation and supply chain.

We are dedicated to protecting the dignity, rights and wellbeing of the people we support and ensuring that everyone who works with us is treated fairly, safely and with respect.

Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

ONE

Kingdom Kare is committed to protecting the rights, dignity and wellbeing of every person we support, employ and work alongside. We recognise that modern slavery and human trafficking are serious forms of exploitation and that organisations providing care and support have an important responsibility to identify, prevent and respond to potential risks.

This statement explains the measures Kingdom Kare has established to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our organisation, our workforce and, where applicable, our supply chain.

Our Position

TWO

Kingdom Kare has a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, servitude and exploitation.

We are committed to operating in a lawful, ethical and transparent manner and to maintaining an environment in which people are treated fairly, respectfully and with dignity.

Our responsibilities extend to:

The people who receive care and support from Kingdom Kare.
Our employees, care workers and management team.
Agency workers and other individuals working on our behalf.
Contractors, suppliers and business partners.
Anyone who may come into contact with our services.

We recognise that people who receive care may be particularly vulnerable to abuse and exploitation. Staff are therefore expected to remain alert to signs that an individual may be experiencing coercion, exploitation, trafficking or other forms of abuse.

THREE

What We Mean by Modern Slavery

Modern slavery is an umbrella term covering a number of forms of exploitation, including:

Forced or compulsory labour.
Human trafficking.
Slavery and servitude.
Exploitation through coercion, threats or intimidation.
Situations where a person is prevented from leaving employment or an exploitative situation.
Other circumstances where an individual is deprived of their freedom for the purpose of exploitation.

Modern slavery can affect people of any age, background or nationality.

Protecting People We Support

FOUR

Safeguarding is central to the way Kingdom Kare delivers care.

Our staff have a responsibility to recognise and respond appropriately where they have concerns about abuse, neglect, exploitation or modern slavery.

Potential warning signs may include unexplained injuries, changes in behaviour, fearfulness, someone appearing controlled by another person, restricted freedom, unusual financial arrangements, poor living conditions or concerns relating to employment or accommodation.

Where a concern is identified, staff must follow Kingdom Kare's safeguarding procedures and report the matter through the appropriate channels. Where necessary, concerns will be escalated to relevant safeguarding authorities or emergency services.

We will always seek to protect the individual from further harm while ensuring that concerns are handled sensitively, appropriately and confidentially.

FIVE

Our Employees and Recruitment

Kingdom Kare recognises that responsible recruitment is an important safeguard against exploitation.

We aim to ensure that recruitment and employment practices are fair, transparent and compliant with applicable UK requirements.

Our recruitment procedures include appropriate checks to confirm:

The identity of prospective employees.
Their eligibility to work in the UK.
Relevant qualifications, experience and employment history where applicable.
References and other required pre-employment checks.
Any additional checks required for roles involving regulated care.

Employees are provided with appropriate information about their responsibilities, expected standards of conduct and safeguarding obligations.

Kingdom Kare will not knowingly employ or engage an individual through arrangements involving forced labour, exploitation or unlawful working practices.

SIX

Our Policies and Procedures

Our commitment to preventing modern slavery is supported by our wider policies, procedures and working practices.

These include, where applicable:

Safeguarding policies and procedures.
Recruitment and employment procedures.
Equality, diversity and inclusion policies.
Whistleblowing arrangements.
Staff Code of Conduct.
Complaints and concerns procedures.
Health and safety procedures.
Training and development requirements.
Disciplinary procedures.
Data protection and confidentiality procedures.

These policies are reviewed periodically to ensure that they remain appropriate to the organisation and the services we provide.

SEVEN

Speaking Up and Reporting Concerns

Kingdom Kare encourages employees, people receiving our services, families, professionals, suppliers and members of the public to raise concerns if they suspect that modern slavery, trafficking or exploitation may be taking place.

Concerns can be raised through the appropriate Kingdom Kare reporting channels and, where necessary, directly with relevant safeguarding or statutory authorities.

We aim to create an open culture where people feel able to speak up without fear of unfair treatment or retaliation.

Any concern raised in good faith will be taken seriously and dealt with appropriately. Information will be shared only where necessary and in accordance with safeguarding, confidentiality and data protection requirements.

Anonymous concerns may also be considered where appropriate, although providing contact details can assist with the investigation and follow-up process.

Suppliers and Business Partners

EIGHT

Kingdom Kare recognises that risks relating to modern slavery can extend beyond our direct workforce.

Where we work with external suppliers, contractors, recruitment providers or other business partners, we expect them to operate responsibly and in accordance with applicable laws and ethical standards.

Where appropriate, we may consider modern slavery and human rights risks when selecting and reviewing suppliers.

We expect relevant suppliers and contractors to:

Comply with applicable employment and labour laws.
Treat workers fairly and with dignity.
Not use forced or compulsory labour.
Not engage in human trafficking or exploitative practices.
Maintain appropriate working conditions.
Raise concerns where potential exploitation is identified within their own operations or supply arrangements.

Kingdom Kare may review or reconsider its relationship with a supplier or contractor where serious concerns relating to modern slavery or unethical working practices are identified.

NINE

Risk Management

Kingdom Kare understands that modern slavery risks can change over time.

We will consider potential risks within our workforce, recruitment arrangements, procurement activities and wider business relationships.

Areas that may require particular consideration include:

Recruitment and agency staffing.
Employment practices.
External contractors.
Cleaning and maintenance services.
Uniform and equipment suppliers.
Other goods and services purchased by the organisation.

Risk considerations will form part of our ongoing management, safeguarding and review processes.

TEN

Training and Awareness

We recognise that employees need to understand what modern slavery is, how it may present and what action should be taken if concerns arise.

Kingdom Kare will provide appropriate information, guidance and training to relevant members of staff, particularly those working directly with people who may be vulnerable to exploitation.

Staff are expected to understand their safeguarding responsibilities and know how and where to report concerns.

Training and awareness will be reviewed as part of our ongoing commitment to safeguarding and responsible care delivery.

ELEVEN

Monitoring and Continuous Improvement

Kingdom Kare understands that preventing modern slavery requires ongoing attention rather than a one-off assessment.

We will monitor the effectiveness of our approach through relevant internal reviews, safeguarding processes, staff feedback, complaints, incidents, training and supplier considerations.

Where improvements are identified, we will take appropriate action to strengthen our policies, procedures and working practices.

Responsibility

TWELVE

Responsibility for implementing this statement sits with Kingdom Kare's management.

The management is responsible for ensuring that staff understand their responsibilities and follow relevant policies and procedures.

All employees and individuals working on behalf of Kingdom Kare have a responsibility to remain vigilant, raise concerns and contribute to maintaining an environment that does not tolerate exploitation or abuse.

THIRTEEN

Our Commitment

Kingdom Kare will continue to promote a culture based on dignity, respect, equality, safeguarding and responsible employment.

We will take concerns relating to modern slavery and human trafficking seriously and will work with relevant professionals, authorities and partners where action is required.

This statement will be reviewed periodically and updated where necessary to reflect changes in our organisation, legislation, guidance or identified risks.

Statement Approval

This statement has been prepared to demonstrate Kingdom Kare's commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking within its organisation and relevant business relationships.

Organisation: Kingdom Kare
Statement approved by: Amy Cawley
Date approved: 28 September 2026
Next review date: 28 September 2027

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