Tarem Services expands food security initiative with Mayor’s support at STORM Family Centre
Tarem Services distributed food essentials bags to 40 families, supporting around 80 individuals, at STORM Family Centre in Battersea. This marked the eighth Mobile Foodbank event since the initiative launched in October 2024.
The Worshipful the Mayor of Wandsworth, Councillor Jeremy Ambache, joined the distribution alongside volunteers from Tarem Services and its Fulham-based client, construction company Balfour Beatty.
“This is what local partnership looks like. Community, enterprise and industry working together to meet real needs,” said Mayor Ambache. “It shows what’s possible when social purpose is placed at the centre of business.”
Thank You to Our Volunteers and Partners
We thank all the volunteers who helped make the event a success, including our client Balfour Beatty, whose support demonstrates the strength of socially responsible partnerships.
Community Impact
The Mobile Foodbank has now supported more than 1,380 individuals across areas where Tarem Services operates. Marie Hanson MBE, Director and Founder of STORM Family Centre, said:
“They didn’t just show up. They rolled up their sleeves, filled food bags with care and handed them out with heart.”
The event sparked connections, with hopes it will lead to future collaboration and projects.
STORM Family Centre supports families affected by domestic violence and hardship, providing mental health support, training, outreach and advocacy.
Learn more: www.taremservices.com/foodbank
To get involved: community@taremservices.com
We are delighted to be shortlisted for both the UK Social Enterprise of the Year and the Social Enterprise Innovation of the Year at the UK Social Enterprise Awards 2025.
Run by Social Enterprise UK, the Awards celebrate the leading lights in our sector, showcasing diversity and impact across 15 categories.
Social enterprises are businesses that trade for a social or environmental purpose and reinvest at least half their profits to further that mission. There are around 131,000 social enterprises in the UK, employing 2.3 million people, and we’re proud to be recognised as one of the best in this pioneering business movement.
Commenting on the shortlisting, Managing Director Titus Komolafe said:
“This shortlisting is more than recognition – it’s a bold affirmation that tackling in-work poverty and food insecurity through business is not only possible, but necessary. At Tarem Services, we prove every day that profit and purpose can coexist, and this honour reinforces that ethical enterprise is the future of our economy.”
We’ll join other finalists and VIP guests at a prestigious awards ceremony at the Queen Elizabeth Hall at London’s Southbank Centre on 26 November, when the winners will be revealed.
Tarem Services’ Mobile Foodbank has expanded its reach to Woolwich, providing much-needed community food support in partnership with Brookhill Children’s Centre.
Supporting Families in Woolwich
The first Woolwich distribution, held on 31 July 2025, supported 50 families, including three emergency walk-ins. Of those helped, 106 were children, highlighting the ongoing need for family-focused foodbank support in Greenwich, where child poverty remains among the highest in London.
The event was attended by the Mayor of Greenwich, Councillor Linda Bird, who praised the collaborative effort between Tarem Services and local partners.
Social Value in Action
This extension was made possible thanks to the social value commitments of our local clients, Christ Church C of E Primary School and Notre Dame Catholic Primary School.
Since launching, the Mobile Foodbank has supported more than 1,300 people in the areas we serve, bringing food essentials directly to communities impacted by the rising cost of living.
The initiative has already drawn positive attention within the community, you can read more here and here.
Get Involved
Together, we can make a difference in tackling food insecurity and building fairer communities. To get involved or learn more, contact us at community@taremservices.com.
Brockley based social enterprise cleaning company recognised for outstanding community contributions
On Tuesday, 3 June 2025, Tarem Services Limited was honoured with the Good Business – Mayor of Lewisham Community Award at the Civic Suite, Catford. This prestigious award celebrates local businesses that go beyond their commercial role to deliver lasting, voluntary contributions to their communities. Read more about the event on the Lewisham Council website.
As a certified social enterprise, Tarem Services has spent 26 years embedding social value into its operations – tackling in-work poverty while delivering high-quality cleaning and labour services.
Building Community Through Business: 26 Years of Local Impact
Since establishing our base in the Lewisham borough, we’ve worked from a simple principle: businesses should strengthen the communities they serve. Our work focuses on fair wages, secure employment, and creating access to opportunities, especially for those in overlooked roles like cleaning and labour.
We also invest directly in community-led initiatives that meet local needs, from youth development to food security.
Local Action, Long-Term Commitment
Youth Development and Enterprise
• Young Lewisham Project (YLP): Purchased bike safety kits (2021). Co-hosted the ‘Empowering Young People Through Enterprise’ event in 2024 with The King’s Trust, attended by Mayor Brenda Dacres.
• Grove Park Youth Club: Funded a large screen to enhance social experiences.
Addressing Food Insecurity
• Community Contributions: Donated funds through the Tarem Award to Lewisham Foodbank (2022) and RMUK Wellbeing (2023).
• Tarem Services Mobile Foodbank: Since launching in October 2024, has supported over 1,128 local residents. We’ve also donated food to the 999 Club in Deptford.
Our Story, Before the Spotlight
Our work speaks for itself. This short video, produced before we received the Mayor of Lewisham Award, captures the community impact and values that led to this honour.
Watch it here and catch the award moment on our LinkedIn , Instagram or Facebook pages.
A Shared Recognition
This award reflects the efforts of our staff, the trust of our clients, and the support of our community partners. Together, we turn our social mission into measurable impact.
Purpose-Driven Business
This recognition affirms our belief that business can be a force for social good. Local companies are uniquely placed to understand and respond to community needs and we’re proud to play that role in Lewisham.
Get Involved
Tarem Services is always looking for partners, collaborators, and clients who believe in doing business differently.
To learn more about our cleaning and labour services or to partner with us on community initiatives contact us.
Mental Health Awareness Week: Every Job Should Support Every Mind
At Tarem Services, mental health support is non-negotiable. It’s central to how we tackle in-work poverty and build a better workplace.
We provide 24/7 access to free, confidential, professional counselling, because well-being shouldn’t depend on your job title.
Why does this matter? Because early support improves focus, prevents burnout, and helps people stay in work and thrive.
Stress, anxiety, or just needing to talk – support is always available
If you’re part of our team, use it. Your well-being matters. Every day.
This week, Tarem Services, a social enterprise tackling food insecurity, delivered its Mobile Foodbank at St Raphael’s Family Wellbeing Centre in Brent, in partnership with Morgan Sindall Construction.
The distribution provided essential food, and hygiene supplies to approximately 168 Brent residents, including families unable to attend in person. Each bag included everyday staples such as rice, milk, and toothpaste – with Easter eggs included as a thoughtful touch, thanks to generous donations.
In a strong demonstration of community leadership, Councillor Tariq Dar, Mayor of Brent, not only attended the food support event but he also actively volunteered alongside our team members, helping local families access supplies.
Join Our Mission to Tackle Food Insecurity
Partner with us: Organisations looking to deliver real social impact in Brent and beyond can collaborate with Tarem Services.
Volunteer with us: Join our next Mobile Foodbank distribution and help support local families experiencing food poverty.
Let’s create lasting social value together.
Contact: community@taremservices.com
Download the press release here
View more photos from this event on our LinkedIn page
Tarem Services Cleaning with Purpose
We’re pleased to share news of our new cleaning contract with Chase New Homes, an independent property developer that has been building homes across the UK since 2005.
With one of Tarem Services’ Welfare Cleaners now working on-site, this reflects our partnership commitment to delivering cleaning services with care, purpose, and responsibility.
Supporting Social and Environmental Impact
This contract aligns with our wider mission to:
• Tackle in-work poverty
• Promote the Real Living Wage
• Embed social value in everyday operations
• Reduce environmental impact across all contracts
Sustainability as Standard
As part of our ongoing commitment, we’ve offset 1 tonne of CO₂ for this contract – just as we do for every new client engagement.
This is delivered through the Verified Carbon Standard (VCS) with Carbon Footprint Ltd, reinforcing our approach to responsible and sustainable service delivery.
Doing Things Differently
As a social enterprise, we focus on delivering high-quality cleaning while building a business model that benefits people and the planet. This includes:
• Fair pay and dedicated support for all staff
• Profit sharing and reinvestment into our business and the communities we serve
• Systematic carbon offsetting as part of every contract
Interested in working with a company that delivers social impact?
To explore how Tarem Services can meet your cleaning needs or learn more about our full range of services here – delivered ethically and professionally, contact us at info@taremservices.com.
At Hearst Networks EMEA (formerly A+E Networks), one of our client offices, Tarem Services team member Emmanuel recently showed that leadership can come from any role – especially in cleaning and facilities services.
Emmanuel delivered more than just a clean space. In a standout presentation to Hearst Networks EMEA staff, he reshaped how colleagues think about shared environments.
What Emmanuel Shared:
- Focus and Productivity – using quiet zones well
- Collaborative Cleanliness – keeping shared spaces tidy
- Shared Responsibility – everyone shapes workplace culture
Emmanuel’s talk didn’t just explain office etiquette – it inspired behaviour change.
The Tarem Services Difference
This is what makes us different. We don’t just provide cleaning services. As a social enterprise, we empower our people to lead with pride, purpose, and professionalism — changing workplaces and tackling in-work poverty from the ground up.
Looking for more than just a job in cleaning?
Join a company where your work creates real impact.
See our vacancies here
A Story of Growth, Commitment, and Leadership 👏
At Tarem Services, a social enterprise tackling in-work poverty, we believe that real career growth happens when people are given fair opportunities, respect, and support. No one embodies this better than Tage Grant, who has been with us for 23 years.
Tage joined Tarem Services in 2002, looking for stability to support her family. What started as a part-time cleaning role quickly evolved into a remarkable career built on dedication, hard work, and leadership.
A Journey of Growth & Progression
2002: Took the initiative and reached out directly to Tarem Services, securing a 2-hour-a-day role as a Cleaning Operative at one of our contract sites in central London.
2011: After years of proving her attention to detail and reliability, she was promoted to Supervisor, a position she never actively sought but fully deserved.
2021: Her leadership skills became impossible to ignore, and she stepped into a full-time management role.
2025: Now serving as a Contract Manager, Tage works closely with teams to improve operational efficiency and client satisfaction.
Her story is proof that career progression isn’t about chasing promotions – it’s about consistently showing up, delivering excellence, and making a difference.
Making an Impact Beyond the Job Title
At Tarem Services, we don’t just provide cleaning and facility management services. We are a social enterprise committed to tackling in-work poverty by ensuring fair wages, ethical employment, and real career opportunities.
Tage has witnessed firsthand how low wages can hold cleaners back, which is why she is proud to work for a company that champions the Living Wage and invests in its people.
“Tage doesn’t just manage teams. She makes an impact,” says Tarem Services HR Manager, Keiran McKen.
“Her commitment to staff and clients is great. She leads by example, ensuring quality service and strong team morale.”
Celebrating 23 Years of Dedication
Today, we surprised Tage with a special gift to mark her incredible 23-year journey – not just for her tenure, but for the values she lives every day: humility, leadership, and unwavering commitment.
Her story serves as a reminder that at Tarem Services, hard work and dedication are always recognised and rewarded.
Watch the video on our LinkedIn page to see her reaction!
Advancing Sustainability, Technology & Ethical Cleaning
On Tuesday, 18 March, representatives from Tarem Services attended The Cleaning Show 2025 at ExCeL London, gaining valuable insights into the latest advancements in commercial cleaning, sustainability, and ethical workforce practices.
From eco-friendly cleaning solutions to meeting key suppliers and discovering the latest innovations in professional cleaning services, the exhibition provided a comprehensive look at how the industry is evolving to reduce environmental impact, enhance cleaning efficiency, and promote ethical employment.
Attending The Cleaning Show 2025 reinforced the importance of staying ahead of industry advancements in commercial cleaning while ensuring that innovation benefits not just businesses, but also the people behind the work.
As a social enterprise, we continue to explore ways to integrate sustainable cleaning practices and new technologies. Our commitment remains dedicated to delivering high-quality, responsible cleaning solutions that align with our social mission.