Guidelines of Use

The Devon Learning Network has been created to encourage members from a range of agencies to engage and communicate with one another, share resources and insights and above all learn from each other.We would like managers from our member organisations to discuss people management issues. For example:

• How do I give effective feedback?
• What is coaching?
• How do I motivate a staff member who is under-performing?
• How can I support my staff through organisational change?
• How can I manage flexible working fairly?

These are just a few important issues facing managers on a regular, if not daily basis. There are many more…..

To ensure the integrity of the Devon Learning Network website. All users are individually accountable and must adhere to the following guidelines of use:

1. In line with data protection, I agree to keep my registration details accurate and fully updated. I will unsubscibe from the Devon Learning Network if I am no longer a member or employee of one of the subscribed partner agencies.
2. I will promote the professional and non-discriminatory standards and practices of my organisation and accept that I am subject to the full terms and conditions of my employment at all times
3. I will not disclose restricted policy or procedures relating to my organisation which is not in the public domain.
4. I understand that it is my responsibility to use my judgement about the suitability of advice I receive or provide. It is a two way process. When receiving advice I should check it aligns with policies and procedures relating to my organisation. When giving advice, it should be accurate and consistent with good practice or personal experience.
5. I will not discuss or disclose information relating to cases subject to discipline, conduct or fairness at work procedures
6. I understand that my profile is submitted with my consent. The content and detail is at my discretion and inclusion of my photograph is purely optional.
7. I am aware that website information by its very nature cannot be made fully secure. I will refrain from entering sensitive personal information onto the site. I have personal responsibility for the content I post. I cannot hold Devon Learning Network liable for information I supply or post on the network.
8. I will anonymise information relating to a third person to ensure that people are unidentifiable, asserting sensitivity towards organisations, teams and individuals at all times.
9. I am aware that any person can make a request for information from a public authority under the Freedom of Information Act. I am mindful that anything I post on the website could therefore be disclosed to members of the public. I understand that I must comply with legislation relating to data protection and anti-discrimination, harassment and bullying. Non-compliance with Devon Learning Network Guidelines of Use could breach my organisations code of conduct for employees and leave me vulnerable to procedures being instigated by my employer. I am aware that any entries or postings I make on the Devon Learning Network website can be removed or amended by group creators or website administrators. Substantial breaches could result in my membership to the Devon Learning Network website being retracted.