Social Value

Making a Positive Difference to the World

At Sentry Doors, social value is not just a practice – itโ€™s a promise. We believe that true success lies in creating meaningful impact for our people, communities, and customers, while upholding strong ethical standards.

We are committed to acting in a socially responsible way and are continually focused on reducing our carbon footprint. We aim to provide a warm working environment in which we continually develop our staff to meet the needs of our customers. We encourage our staff to be mindful of the environment by reducing waste and maximising efficient use of materials, as well as by protecting themselves and the safety of others.

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Investing in our People

Since 2019, our workforce has expanded from 28 to over 200 staff across Doncaster and Birmingham, underlining our role as a significant local employer.

We support our team through:

  • Fair pay (above the National Living Wage), flexible working conditions, and comprehensive healthcare benefits

  • Wellbeing initiatives, including mental health support and an EAP service

  • Continuous skills development to ensure growth and innovation

Community Engagement and Beyond

Our social value extends beyond business – itโ€™s rooted in community partnerships and shared impact:

  • Weโ€™ve collaborated with Trees for Cities to contribute to urban green spaces and environmental wellbeing

  • We offer free educational webinars, CPD sessions, and community outreach around fire safety, equipping stakeholders with vital knowledge (as highlighted in our ESG Impact Report)

  • We maintain strong ties with local charities, supporting causes that enrich our communities

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Driving Forward: Our Social Value Roadmap

Our ESG report sets out an ambitious path ahead to deepen our social impact:

  • Achieve Real Living Wage Certification and conduct a Gender Pay Gap review

  • Deliver comprehensive sustainability and wellbeing training across all levels

  • Expand partnerships with charities and community organisations

  • Continue promoting fire safety knowledge and access through community initiatives and industry forums

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Why Social Value Matters

We believe social responsibility enriches every aspect of our business, from fostering a productive and engaged workforce, to building trust with clients and communities. Our growing team, strong partnerships, and accountability systems reinforce that social value isnโ€™t just what we do – it defines who we are.