Key Person Policy

Key Person Policy

At Hillside Playcare Centre we realise the importance of each child having a key person who is "special to them. The following responsibilities are subject to key persons being available to care for their key children. In their absence a familiar person will take their place.

Key person's responsibilities are:-

Introducing a new child to their room and talking to parents/carers about the child's individual needs and routines.

To develop a secure and trusting relationship with your key children and their parent/carers.

Greeting and settling your key children on arrival and ensuring any messages are recorded/passed on to relevant staff.

To change nappies, toileting and changing of clothes and any other personal needs.

Maintaining your child's developmental records and ensuring that their needs are integrated into the room activities.

To comfort when distressed and support them when learning new skills.

Ensuring any necessary feedback for parents/carers at the end of the day is recorded or communicated to the room supervisor/evening staff who are responsible for the handover.

This policy is sometimes difficult to fully implement due to staff holidays/sickness/training etc. staff can also be moved to other rooms to cover absences.