Our commitment to fair and safe employment.
Everyone deserves to work in an environment where they feel safe, respected and free from exploitation.
At Serenity Homes, protecting the wellbeing and rights of our colleagues is a responsibility we take seriously.
This statement explains the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, forced labour and human trafficking within our homes, and how anyone with concerns can seek support.
Our commitment
Serenity Homes Ltd is committed to ensuring that everyone working within our organisation is treated fairly, with dignity and respect.
We believe no one should ever feel trapped in their employment, afraid to speak up or vulnerable to exploitation.
Although we understand that we are not legally required to publish a modern slavery statement under Section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015, we have chosen to do so voluntarily.
We believe transparency matters, particularly within a sector where international recruitment plays an important role.
About Serenity Homes
Serenity Homes Ltd is a family-owned care provider operating two homes:
- Edgecumbe Lodge, in Downend, Bristol, regulated by the Care Quality Commission.
- Gnoll Nursing Home, in Neath, regulated by Care Inspectorate Wales.
Both homes are owned and operated by Elaine Sardar-Dean and her family.
With a professional background in risk and compliance, Elaine oversees our approach to ethical employment, staff welfare and the prevention of exploitation.
Understanding the risks
Many of our colleagues have moved to the UK from overseas, and some work with us through Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.
We recognise that moving countries for employment can leave people feeling vulnerable, particularly when they are unfamiliar with UK employment rights, separated from family or concerned about their immigration status.
We also recognise that exploitation of internationally recruited workers is a serious concern within the care sector.
Being aware of these risks is important, but we believe it is equally important to create a working environment where people feel informed, supported and confident about speaking up.
How we protect our colleagues
Our commitment to fair employment is reflected in the way we recruit, welcome and support our team.
Fair and transparent employment
Every colleague receives a contract of employment and is paid through our payroll. We believe everyone should understand the terms of their employment and feel confident about their rights at work.
Support when arriving in the UK
Over the past three years, we’ve developed an induction programme that helps international colleagues adjust to life in the UK, as well as their responsibilities at work.
Our approach has been shared with other care providers through Social Care Wales, following an invitation for Elaine to speak at its providers’ forum.
A safe way to raise concerns
Every colleague has access to our speak-up service, where they can raise concerns about their employment, working conditions or treatment.
This includes concerns involving managers or those responsible for running the homes.
We take every concern seriously, regardless of who it involves.
Protection against mistreatment
Discrimination, intimidation, bullying and exploitation have no place at Serenity Homes.
If a colleague experiences mistreatment, we are committed to taking their concerns seriously and supporting their safety and wellbeing.
If you have a concern
If you are worried about your own situation, or believe someone else may be experiencing exploitation, we encourage you to speak up.
You can raise a concern with the manager of either home, use our internal speak-up service or contact us directly:
Edgecumbe Lodge, Bristol
gm-bristol@serenity-homes.org
Gnoll Nursing Home, Neath
gm-neath@serenity-homes.org
You can also seek independent advice and support through the Modern Slavery & Exploitation Helpline.
The helpline offers free, confidential advice for anyone affected by or concerned about modern slavery.
If someone is in immediate danger, please call 999.
Reviewing our commitment
We recognise that preventing exploitation requires ongoing attention.
Serenity Homes will review this statement annually, alongside our employment practices and the measures we take to protect our colleagues.
Approved by: Elaine Sardar-Dean, Owner, Serenity Homes Ltd
Date approved: 27 October 2026
Next review: 27 October 2027