Policy on Mobile Phones
To ensure the safety and welfare of the children in our care we operate a personal mobile phone usage policy which stipulates that personal mobile phones cannot be used when in the presence of children, on the premises or when on outings. To ensure this we will ensure that:
- All mobile phones will be kept in a secure place throughout contact time with children.
- Mobile phone calls may only be taken at staff breaks or in staff members’ own time
- If you have a personal emergency or need to make a personal call from your mobile please use the office area
- Staff (will need to) ensure that manager has up to date contact information and that staff make their families aware of emergency work telephone numbers. This is the responsibility of the individual staff member
- During group outings nominated staff will have access to the Nursery’s mobile phone, which is to be used for emergency purposes only
- If this policy has been agreed and signed, and not adhered to, disciplinary procedures will be followed.