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safeguarding statement

caba is dedicated to providing high-quality support to past and present ICAEW members, students and their dependents across the UK and internationally.

We offer information, advice, expert support services, and financial assistance in partnership with leading charities. Our safeguarding policy applies to all caba trustees, staff, and volunteers and governs the support provided to service users, whether in-person or online. A caba service user is anyone who has contacted us for support.

Our policy aims to protect adults at risk, those aged 18 and over who may be vulnerable due to disabilities, age, or illness and also recognises our responsibility to safeguard children and other vulnerable family members of service users. caba promotes a safe environment for children, young people, and adults at risk, encouraging prompt reporting of concerns while providing confidential mechanisms for doing so.

We ensure ongoing training for all stakeholders in safeguarding principles.

We comply with legal frameworks and regulations, promoting inclusivity and safeguarding the rights of all individuals.

We actively work with external partners and communities to strengthen our safeguarding measures.

To manage risks and reduce the likelihood of abuse, caba:

  • fosters a culture where individuals can openly share their concerns.
  • appoints designated leads for safeguarding.
  • maintains and reviews policies and procedures on an annual basis.
  • records and secures information in accordance with data protection laws.
  • follows local authority safeguarding policies and procedures.
  • employs thorough recruitment, induction, and training protocols.
  • promotes safe working practices.
  • applies policies and procedures to communicate concerns and relevant information with agencies, in compliance with applicable legislation and GDPR.
  • handles allegations against staff appropriately.
  • ensures the implementation of effective anti-bullying policies.
  • implements robust measures for complaints and whistleblowing.

Safeguarding is a shared responsibility among caba staff, trustees, and volunteers. We are committed to enhancing the well-being of all service users and maintaining an organisational risk register to identify potential risks.

Actions taken by caba will be consistent with the principles of children and adults at risk safeguarding ensuring that any action taken is prompt, proportionate and that it includes and respects the voice of the child or adult concerned.

Here are additional details about caba’s privacy statement and subject access request policy. Please refer to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) for guidance on the right to access data and how to file a complaint.

contact

If you have any questions regarding this statement, you can contact caba's Safeguarding Lead at [email protected] or by writing to: Ola Opoosun, caba, Merrett House Swift Park, Old Leicester Road, Rugby, CV21 1DZ

October 2025