Below are the steps Working Well Trust has taken and continues to take to understand and minimise the potential risk of modern slavery in its business and supply chains. 

This statement is published in line with section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015. 

Organisation Structure, Business and Supply Change 

Working Well Trust is a UK-based charity dedicated to supporting individuals with mental health challenges to access employment, training, and community opportunities. Our operations are primarily within the UK, and our supply chains include office supplies, IT services, training providers, and occasional subcontractors for facilities management. 

We currently operate from five London boroughs; Barking & Dagenham, Enfield, Kingston, Newham and Tower Hamlets.  Our Head Office is located at Pritchard’s Road Centre, Marian Place, London E2 9AX. 

Our Commitment 

Working Well Trust is committed to the principles of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and the abolition of modern slavery and human trafficking. 

As an equal opportunities employer, we’re committed to creating and ensuring a non-discriminatory and respectful working environment for our staff. We want all our staff to feel confident that they can expose wrongdoing without any risk to themselves. 

Our recruitment and people management processes are designed to ensure that all prospective employees are legally entitled to work in the UK and to safeguard employees from any abuse or coercion. 

We do not enter into business with any organisation, in the UK or abroad, which knowingly supports or is found to be involved in slavery, servitude and forced or compulsory labour. 

Supply Chain 

Due to the nature of our business, we assess ourselves to have a low risk of modern slavery in our business and supply chains. 

Our supply chains are limited and we procure goods and services from a restricted range of UK suppliers. 

Policies and Procedures 

The following policies are available to all staff through our internal channels: 

  • Code of conduct 
  • Ethics policy (including procurement) 
  • Whistleblowing 
  • Bullying and harassment policy 
  • Diversity and inclusion policy 
  • Recruitment Procedure 
  • Anti-Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy 
  • Safeguarding policies. 

Embedding the principles 

We will continue to embed the principles through: 

  • Providing awareness training to staff on the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and informing them of the appropriate action to take if they suspect a case of slavery or human trafficking.
  • Ensuring that consideration of the modern slavery risks and prevention are added to Working Well Trust’s policy review process as an employer and procurer of goods and services.
  • Making sure Working Well Trust and UK SBS procurement strategies and contract terms and conditions include references to modern slavery and human trafficking.
  • Continuing to take action to embed a zero tolerance policy towards modern slavery.
  • Ensuring that staff involved in buying or procurement and the recruitment and deployment of workers receive training on modern slavery and ethical employment practices.

Training and Capacity Building 

All staff receive: 

  • Induction training on modern slavery awareness. 
  • Annual refresher sessions covering risk identification and reporting. 
  • Access to resources and guidance on ethical procurement. 

Due Diligence Processes 

Our due diligence includes: 

  • Supplier vetting during onboarding, requiring compliance with UK Modern Slavery Act 2015. 
  • Risk assessments for new contracts, prioritising sectors with higher vulnerability. 
  • Annual supplier declarations confirming adherence to anti-slavery standards. 

Risk Assessment and Management 

We recognise that risks may arise in: 

  • Facilities and cleaning services 
  • IT hardware procurement 
  • Training and subcontracted services 

 To mitigate these risks, we: 

  • Use UK-based suppliers with strong compliance records. 
  • Include anti-slavery clauses in all contracts. 
  • Conduct periodic audits and request evidence of supplier policies. 

Supplier Audit Process and Frequency 

To ensure compliance, we operate a structured audit process: 

  • Annual Compliance Review: All key suppliers must complete a Modern Slavery compliance questionnaire every 12 months. 
  • Document Verification: Supplier policies, training records, and certifications are reviewed annually. 
  • Risk-Based Site Audits: For higher-risk suppliers, on-site or virtual audits are conducted every two years, or sooner if risk indicators arise. 
  • Corrective Action Plans: Where gaps are identified, suppliers must implement corrective actions within agreed timelines (typically 3 months). 
  • Continuous Monitoring: We maintain a supplier risk register, updated quarterly based on audit findings and any reported concerns. 

Effectiveness and Performance indicators 

We measure effectiveness through: 

  • 100% supplier compliance declarations annually. 
  • Zero reported incidents of modern slavery in our operations or supply chains. 
  • Regular policy reviews and updates based on best practice. 

This statement has been approved by Helen Forster, Working Well Trust CEO, for the financial year ending 31 March 2025. This statement will be reviewed and updated every year. 

16 August 2025