Whistleblowing

At Leap Pathways CIC, we are committed to operating with honesty, integrity and accountability in everything we do.

We believe that anyone who raises a genuine concern about wrongdoing within our organisation should be treated with respect and should never suffer any disadvantage as a result of speaking up.

Whistleblowing concerns may include (but are not limited to):

• Any criminal offence (such as fraud, theft or financial misconduct)

• A breach of a legal obligation or statutory duty

• A miscarriage of justice

• A risk or danger to the health and safety of any child, young person, staff member, volunteer or member of the public

• Safeguarding concerns involving children or vulnerable individuals

• Damage to the environment

• The deliberate concealment of information relating to any of the above

Raising a Concern

Any concerns should first be raised with a member of staff.

If the matter is not resolved, or you feel it cannot be addressed appropriately at that level, it should be escalated to Vicky or Alex who are Leap pathways senior management .

If you do not feel able to approach your supervisor or senior management, you may raise your concern directly with:

• The Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) please click here to find out who our DSL is.

• A member of the Board of Directors

Concerns can be raised verbally or in writing (for example, email).

Confidentiality and Protection

Leap Pathways CIC encourages all staff and volunteers to feel confident in raising concerns openly. However, we understand that some individuals may wish to raise concerns confidentially or anonymously. We will respect this wherever possible, although it may sometimes limit the extent of any investigation.

Whistle-blowers are protected by law under the Employment Rights Act 1996. Leap Pathways CIC will not tolerate victimisation, harassment or any detrimental treatment of an individual who raises a genuine concern in good faith.

Anyone raising a concern will be supported throughout the process.