Social Value Statement
Social Equity: Ensuring fair wages inclusion and and safe labor.
Social Value Statement
Our Commitment
Blade Services Ltd is committed to delivering high-quality security services that create
meaningful social, economic and environmental value. Social value is embedded into how
we recruit, train, operate and engage with the communities we serve.
Employment, Skills & Opportunity
- Funding SIA licence training for young people
- Providing sustainable employment and career pathways
- Supporting individuals facing barriers to work, including those living in hostels
Inclusive & Fair Employment
- Flexible shift patterns supporting women and parents
- PAYE employment and fair working practices
- Ongoing training and professional development
Community & Wellbeing
- Annual three-course Christmas dinners for people experiencing homelessness
- Support for women-only refugee and hostel services
- Community donations improving access to essential facilities
Sustainable & Responsible Operations
- Local SME procurement for uniforms, stationery and printing
- Reduced supply-chain mileage
- Durable purchasing to reduce waste
Monitoring & Reporting
Blade Services monitors social value delivery through employment outcomes, workforce
diversity, community engagement activity and local spend. We commit to transparent
reporting and continuous improvement throughout contract delivery.
What does social value mean at Blade Services Ltd?
Social value at Blade Services Ltd means delivering security services in a way that creates positive social, economic, and environmental outcomes alongside operational excellence. This includes fair employment, skills development, community support, responsible procurement, and sustainable working practices embedded across our business.
How does Blade Services support employment and skills development?
Blade Services actively invests in people by funding SIA licence training for young people, providing sustainable employment opportunities, and supporting individuals who face barriers to work, including those living in hostels. We focus on long-term career pathways, ongoing training, and professional development to build a skilled and reliable workforce.
What steps does Blade Services take to ensure fair and inclusive employment?
We operate PAYE employment only and uphold fair working practices across all roles. Our flexible shift patterns support women, parents, and carers, while ongoing training ensures equal access to progression and development. Inclusivity and fairness are central to how we recruit, manage, and support our workforce.
How does Blade Services contribute to local communities and wellbeing?
How does Blade Services monitor and report social value outcomes?
Social value delivery is monitored through employment outcomes, workforce diversity, community engagement activity, and local procurement spend. Blade Services is committed to transparent reporting and continuous improvement throughout contract delivery, ensuring social value commitments are measurable and accountable.
Have a question about this policy?
Speak with our team to understand how our compliance framework supports safe, professional, and responsible operations.
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