Design note 4 - what do we mean?
In addition to the similarities between our new icon and the real Northern Lights, we particularly liked some of the themes the Northern Lights icon represented, namely:
In addition to the similarities between our new icon and the real Northern Lights, we particularly liked some of the themes the Northern Lights icon represented, namely:
To complement our dynamic new Northern Lights icon, we needed a strong colour pallette and confident, contemporary font.
The contrasting yet complimentary colours in our logo symbolises our value of diversity and unity. We often talk about 'the same but different' at Beckfoot Trust to acknowledge that whilst we have a very clear One Trust identity and clarity on what remarkable means, we also know that one size does not always fit all.
Perhaps the most important part of our new Beckfoot Trust logo is the icon, shown to the right here.
We call it our Northern Lights.
In nature, the Northern Lights are seen as something unique and truly Remarkable that are associated with the North.
Our Northern Lights icon represents The Beckfoot Trust which is also on a constant journey to Remarkable and is strongly associated with the North of England.
As part of our ongoing Journey to Remarkable we felt it was important to give The Beckfoot Trust a strong, confident and contemporary logo and brand that was worthy of an organisation with such high standards and aspirations.
The new Trust logo was a departure from the previous logo style and was definitely designed with the future in mind.
This statement is designed to satisfy the requirements of Part 6 Section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act (2015) and sets out steps that Beckfoot Trust has taken to ensure that slavery and human trafficking are not taking place in our supply chains or in any part of our business.
Beckfoot Trust is committed to the highest standards of ethical conduct in all our activities and making continuous improvement in this area. Beckfoot Trust does not engage in, or condone, the practices of human trafficking, slavery or forced labour.
Beckfoot Trust consists of primary, secondary, and special schools closely located in the Bradford district. It was formed in 2013 and includes ten schools with over 7,000 young people. Bradford Local Authority determines who attends our schools, so we properly represent the communities they serve. We believe that by working in partnership our schools can transform life chances and strengthen communities. We are working to create remarkable schools where no child is left behind.
The Trust’s financial Regulations include reference to the Modern Slavery Act, and key finance colleagues have been briefed in its implications for procurement.
The Trust’s Financial Regulations include reference to the Modern Slavery Act in relation to procurement.
We have carried out a risk assessment of our supply chain against the likelihood of the following three traits of slavery and human trafficking occurring:
Each key risk area is listed below along with a description of our strategy to reduce the risk of modern slavery in each area.
Catering services provided by one supplier who operates under Bradford Local Authority regulations and abides by their Modern Slavery standards. Modern slavery is explicitly mentioned in the contract and discussed with the supplier. A low level of risk remains in the caterer’s supply chain.
Cleaning services are in some instances outsourced. Compliant procurement processes are followed upon appointment of cleaning contractors. A whistleblowing policy is in place.
Compliant procurement processes are followed and a considerable proportion of procurement in = this area is with suppliers who are preapproved by a purchasing framework. Wherever possible we ensure Modern Slavery controls are discussed with new suppliers and the issue is specifically referred to in new contracts.
Compliant procurement processes are followed and a considerable proportion of procurement in this area is with suppliers who are preapproved by a purchasing framework.
Compliant procurement processes are followed and a considerable proportion of procurement in this area is with suppliers who are preapproved by a purchasing framework.
The Trust uses a preferred supplier for the bulk of education equipment. This supplier has a clear Anti-Slavery Policy in place. Where other suppliers are used further controls, such as avoiding overseas suppliers are in place.
Local suppliers are used and where relevant the Trust ensures that they have their own modern slavery statement.
Over the last year we have taken proactive steps to ensure compliance with the Modern Slavery Act is inherent in the procurement systems we use, we are constantly vigilant across the Trust and have raised awareness with relevant staff (Finance, HR and Compliance).
We will continue to take the following steps to promote awareness of this during 2023/24:
We are confident that our policies promote good behaviour among our employees within the Trust. Our policies and procedures are kept under review to make sure that they reflect the changing needs of Beckfoot Trust and of the staff, students and the communities it serves. We are determined that there shall be no modern slavery or human trafficking in Beckfoot Trust. Our policies enhance our commitment to act ethically and with integrity throughout
our schools.
Our Trust policies, designed to help us avoid modern slavery or human trafficking under the Act are:
Our Safer Recruitment practice is embedded in the Trust Recruitment and Selection policy and ensures that all prospective employees are legally entitled to work in the UK. A copy of this policy is available on the Beckfoot Trust website.
All our schools have an annual safeguarding audit, conducted by the Trust Safeguarding Team.
This statement relates to the financial year 2022/23 which ended on 31 August 2023.
This statement will be reviewed on an annual basis in line with Beckfoot Trust’s financial year.