Modern Slavery Act – Ernestco Care Staffing

Modern Slavery

This statement is made pursuant to s.54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and sets out the steps that our company has taken and is continuing to take to ensure that modern slavery or human trafficking is not taking place within our business or supply chain.

Modern slavery encompasses slavery, servitude, human trafficking and forced labour. We has a zero-tolerance approach to any form of modern slavery. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity and transparency in all business dealings and to putting effective systems and controls in place to safeguard against any form of modern slavery taking place within the business or our supply chain.

Ernestco Care Staffing Modern Slavery Statement

Our Commitment to Ethical Employment

At Ernestco Care Staffing, we are fully committed to preventing modern slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking in all aspects of our business and supply chain. As a specialist healthcare staffing provider, we recognise our responsibility to protect the rights of healthcare professionals and ensure ethical, fair, and safe working conditions for all.

We uphold the highest standards of integrity in our recruitment, employment, and payroll processes, ensuring that all candidates are treated with dignity and respect.

Identifying and Preventing Modern Slavery Risks

The healthcare sector is particularly vulnerable to exploitation due to high demand, staff shortages, and reliance on international recruitment. To mitigate these risks, we have implemented strict policies and due diligence procedures, including:

Rigorous Candidate Screening – All workers undergo thorough right-to-work, identity, and compliance checks to ensure they are freely and legally employed.
Ethical Recruitment Practices – We do not charge recruitment fees to candidates and ensure transparency in job offers, pay structures, and working conditions.
Supply Chain Accountability – We only partner with organisations and clients that adhere to fair labour standards and ethical employment practices.
Whistleblowing & Reporting Mechanisms – Our confidential reporting channels empower employees and candidates to raise concerns about unethical practices without fear of retaliation.

Supporting and Protecting Healthcare Professionals

To further safeguard our workforce, we:

Provide clear employment contracts with fair wages, benefits, and working conditions.
Offer support services for workers facing unfair treatment, including guidance on employment rights.
Train our team and recruiters to identify signs of modern slavery and labour exploitation.

Continuous Improvement & Future Steps

We are committed to ongoing monitoring, training, and policy updates to ensure we remain at the forefront of ethical recruitment and employment. Our annual reviews will strengthen our approach and uphold our zero-tolerance stance on modern slavery.