Modern Slavery Statement
Sensory Education Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement
Introduction
Sensory Education is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chain. As a small company based in the UK, we strive to uphold ethical standards and maintain transparency in all aspects of our business, recognising our responsibility to combat modern slavery and human rights abuses in any form.
Our Business
Sensory Education specialises in supplying sensory and educational products to schools, nurseries, and healthcare providers across the UK. We work with suppliers and manufacturers both domestically and internationally to provide high-quality products for children and individuals with additional sensory needs.
Our Approach
Although Sensory Education is a small company, we understand the importance of taking proactive steps to identify and mitigate risks of modern slavery within our operations. We are committed to working only with suppliers and partners who share our values and adhere to ethical practices. Our approach includes:
- Supplier Code of Conduct: We have established a Supplier Code of Conduct outlining our expectations for fair labour practices, safe working conditions, and zero tolerance for modern slavery or human trafficking.
- Due Diligence: We conduct due diligence on our suppliers, including evaluating them based on their labour practices and adherence to local and international laws regarding workers' rights.
- Training and Awareness: We provide our employees with guidance on recognising and reporting any signs of modern slavery, both within our company and our supply chain.
Risk Assessment and Management
Sensory Education acknowledges that our greatest risk of modern slavery lies within our supply chain. To address this, we:
- Assess Supply Chains: We conduct regular reviews of our supply chains, focusing on suppliers in regions or sectors with a higher risk of labour exploitation.
- Engage Suppliers: We work collaboratively with our suppliers to ensure that they implement policies and procedures that address modern slavery risks effectively.
- Monitoring and Compliance: We reserve the right to review supplier practices and require remedial actions if we identify any areas of concern. If necessary, we are prepared to terminate relationships with suppliers that fail to meet our ethical standards.
Reporting Concerns
We encourage any of our employees, suppliers, or stakeholders to report any concerns related to modern slavery or human trafficking. Reports can be made in confidence to a designated contact at Sensory Education, and we will investigate and respond to any reported issues in a timely manner.
Our Commitment
Sensory Education is committed to continually improving our practices to combat modern slavery. We aim to ensure that our supply chain remains free of human rights abuses and to promote a safe and fair working environment throughout our operations.
Approval
This Modern Slavery Statement was approved by Sensory Education’s management team and will be reviewed annually to reflect our ongoing commitment to ethical business practices.