This policy outlines the safe use of technology in all NSEMM services, particularly online tutoring and mentoring sessions.
- All online sessions must use Lessonspace (see Part 22)
- Sessions can be recorded for safeguarding and quality assurance purposes
- Tutors should not use personal video conferencing tools
- Staff must not connect with students or families on personal social media
- NSEMM's official social media is managed by the External Relations team
- See the Communications Policy for social media guidelines
- All personal data handled in line with GDPR (see Part 21)
- Student data must not be stored on personal devices
- Use only NSEMM-approved systems for communication
- Messages in the Learn App are monitored for contact information sharing
- Lesson recordings may be reviewed for quality assurance
- IT alerts flag suspicious activity (see Part 8, Section 8.16)
Report any online safety incidents through NSEMM Protect at protect.nsemm.org.uk
This document is maintained by NSEMM leadership. Last reviewed: March 2026. For queries, contact leadership@nsemm.org.uk