Modern slavery statement

Our commitment to preventing modern slavery

Pathway Living Services is committed to acting ethically, responsibly and transparently in the way we provide support and work with people, staff, professionals and partners.

We do not tolerate slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, human trafficking, exploitation, abuse or coercion in any part of our service, workforce or supply arrangements.

Statement overview

Modern slavery and human trafficking statement

This statement sets out the steps Pathway Living Services takes to reduce the risk of modern slavery and human trafficking within our service, workforce, recruitment activity and supplier relationships.

We aim to maintain a culture where safeguarding, safe recruitment, respectful employment, open reporting and ethical decision-making are taken seriously.

Our position

Zero tolerance

We do not tolerate exploitation, forced labour, trafficking, abuse, neglect or coercive practice.

Our people

Safe recruitment

We aim to recruit safely, check suitability and promote fair, respectful working practices.

Our service

Safeguarding focus

We treat exploitation risks as safeguarding concerns and encourage people to report concerns early.

Our organisation

Who we are

Pathway Living Services provides supported living and mental health support in London for adults who benefit from structured, person-centred and progression-focused support.

Our work involves supporting people with daily living, stability, independence, safety planning, professional liaison and progress towards agreed outcomes.

  • Company registration number: 17125135
  • ICO registration number: ZC113678
  • Registered address: 124 City Road, London, EC1V 2NX
Support worker providing respectful person-centred support
Risk areas

Where modern slavery risks may arise

We recognise that modern slavery risks can arise in different areas of care, support, recruitment and supplier relationships. We aim to stay alert to signs of exploitation and take concerns seriously.

Recruitment and employment

Risks may include unfair recruitment, coercion, withheld documents, excessive working hours, poor treatment or pressure from third parties.

People we support

People with care and support needs may be more vulnerable to exploitation, coercion, financial abuse, criminal exploitation or unsafe relationships.

Suppliers and partners

Risks may arise through contracted services, property-related services, cleaning, maintenance, transport, agency staffing or other supply arrangements.

What we do

Steps we take to reduce risk

1

Safe recruitment and checks

We aim to follow safer recruitment processes, check suitability for roles and confirm right to work where required.

2

Safeguarding awareness

We encourage staff to recognise and report safeguarding concerns, including signs of exploitation, coercion, neglect or abuse.

3

Clear reporting routes

Concerns can be raised through management, safeguarding routes, whistleblowing routes, complaints processes or external professionals where needed.

4

Supplier awareness

We expect suppliers, contractors and partners to act lawfully, ethically and responsibly and to raise concerns where risks are identified.

Spotting concerns

Possible signs of exploitation

Modern slavery and exploitation can be hidden. Warning signs may not always be obvious, but concerns should be taken seriously and shared through the right route.

Control or coercion

Someone appears controlled by another person, cannot speak freely, seems fearful, or is pressured about where they live, work or go.

Financial exploitation

Someone has little control over their money, wages or benefits, or another person appears to manage their finances inappropriately.

Unsafe work or living conditions

Someone appears to be working excessive hours, living in unsafe accommodation, or being moved around without choice.

Reporting concerns

How to raise a concern

If you are worried about modern slavery, human trafficking, exploitation or unsafe practice linked to Pathway Living Services, please report it as soon as possible.

Contact Pathway

Phone: 07444 562573

Email: info@pathwaylivingservices.co.uk

Address: 124 City Road, London, EC1V 2NX

Use the feedback form

You can also use our whistleblowing, compliments and complaints form to raise a serious concern.

Urgent risk

Immediate safety concerns should be escalated straight away

If someone is at immediate risk of harm, abuse, exploitation, medical emergency or urgent mental health crisis, use emergency services or the appropriate safeguarding, NHS or statutory pathway without delay.

Concerns can also be raised with a social worker, care coordinator, commissioner, placing authority, safeguarding team or relevant professional service.

Review

Reviewing this statement

This statement will be reviewed periodically and updated where needed to reflect changes in our service, risks, suppliers, safeguarding practice or governance arrangements.

Training and awareness

We aim to keep staff aware of safeguarding and exploitation risks through induction, supervision and ongoing practice discussions.

Policy links

This statement links with our safeguarding, whistleblowing, recruitment, complaints and governance arrangements.

Continuous improvement

We use concerns, incidents, feedback and learning to improve practice and strengthen service quality.

Speak up

Concerned about exploitation or unsafe practice?

Raise your concern as soon as possible. We will take modern slavery, trafficking, exploitation and safeguarding concerns seriously.