classdirect.co.uk

Modern Slavery Statement

Introduction

At ClassDirect, we are committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our business and supply chain. This statement outlines the steps we are taking to ensure compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and to uphold the highest standards of ethics and human rights in the education recruitment sector.

Our Commitment

We believe in operating with integrity, fairness, and transparency. ClassDirect does not tolerate slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, or human trafficking in any form.
We are dedicated to identifying and eliminating any potential risks of modern slavery within our operations and those of our partners and suppliers.

Our Business and Supply Chain

ClassDirect is a UK-based education staffing and supply agency. We work with schools, academies, and education professionals across the country, providing staffing solutions for teaching, support, tutoring, and SEN roles.
While the nature of our business means we operate primarily within the UK education sector, we are aware of potential risks within broader recruitment and labour supply chains.

Due Diligence and Vetting

To mitigate the risk of modern slavery :

  • We conduct robust vetting and background checks on all candidates, including identity verification, right-to-work status, and  Enhanced DBS checks
  • We ensure that all workers are engaged voluntarily, are legally eligible to work, and are paid fairly.
  • Our clients and partner schools are expected to uphold ethical recruitment and employment practices.
  • We work only with approved payroll providers that meet legal and ethical standards.

Policies and Training

We have implemented the following policies and procedures:

  • Anti-Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy
  • Safeguarding Policy
  • Whistleblowing Policy – enabling staff and workers to report concerns
    confidentially.
  • Staff and recruiters are trained to recognise signs of exploitation and report concerns in accordance with safeguarding guidance.

Monitoring and Review

We regularly review and update our policies, procedures, and internal practices to ensure ongoing compliance. As our business grows, we remain vigilant to any new risks of modern slavery and are committed to continuous improvement in our ethical standards.

Approval

This statement has been approved by the partners of ClassDirect and is reviewed annually.

Signed:
Aashir Zulfiqar
Co-Founder & Partner
ClassDirect
Date: 20/05/2025

Signed:
Waleed Zulfiqar
Co-Founder & Partner
ClassDirect
Date: 20/05/2025