This Template is used for Local Area Excursions with Overnight Stay including Camps for Water Based and Swimming - Advice.

The Employee Performance policy and procedures are directed at building a high performance, high care culture across the Department through a focus on improvement. The procedures specify, for all groups of employees, a procedurally fair approach that balances development requirements with accountability, in accordance with the role being performed.

The Department registers home educators and evaluates their educational programs and children’s progress.

Information for planning and preparing documentation, required forms and letter templates to be used in conjunction with the Excursions in Public Schools Procedures.

These guidelines explain the various student allowances available.

The Department of Education does not permit student use of mobile phones in public schools unless for medical or teacher directed educational purpose.

This policy outlines roles and responsibilities of workplace managers and workers relating to work health and safety within the Department of Education.

The Employee Performance policy and procedures are directed at building a high performance, high care culture across the Department through a focus on improvement. The procedures specify, for all groups of employees, a procedurally fair approach that balances development requirements with accountability, in accordance with the role being performed.

Information and communication technologies are provided by the Department to enable employees and authorised third parties to satisfactorily perform their duties. It is recognised that the associated information, physical equipment, infrastructure and software is at risk of accidental or intentional loss, unauthorised manipulation or unauthorised disclosure. This policy authorises security controls to address those risks.

This policy provides the mandatory framework for school decision making about promoting and maintaining positive student behaviour, as well as responding to student misconduct.

This policy provides procedures and advice for the enrolment of students in public schools.

This framework provides information and advice for the enrolment of students with a disability in public schools.

The Department of Education undertakes advertising in schools in accordance with the mandatory requirements for Western Australian Government agencies.

Animals can enrich students’ learning experiences, however schools must adhere to consistent and high quality practices for the care and use of animals. Staff are to adhere to the processes of the Schools Animal Ethics Committee for the use of animals for any scientific teaching activity and/or adhere to the processes of Agricultural Education for the use of animals on school farms.

The Department of Education manages a breach of Standards claims in accordance with the Public Sector Management (Breaches of Public Sector Standards) Regulations 2005 and in compliance with the requirements of the Commissioner's Instructions: Employment Standard and Filling a Public Sector Vacancy.

The Grievance Framework provides resolution options, processes and resources to address employee grievances.

The Curriculum Assessment and Reporting in Public Schools Policy and Procedures set out the requirements that schools need to meet in planning their curriculum, assessment and reporting practices. The Policy and Procedures are aligned to the Western Australian Curriculum and Assessment Outline.

Provides information about the functions and operation of public school Councils and Boards, along with advice that may assist Council and Board members to fulfil their consultative and decision-making roles.

A secondment is the voluntary placement for a defined period, with the requirement that the employee returns to their substantive position on completion. The Department of Education supports secondment for staff development.

The Private Tutors in Public Schools policy formalises the arrangements where students receive educational programs from private tutors during the prescribed hours of instruction.

This policy requires principals and school staff, to undertake self assessment, planning and reporting processes. It incorporates school compliance reporting and requirements related to the Standards Review and the Expert Review Group.

Details the approval process for external parties wishing to conduct research on Department sites and information requirements for research projects regarding consent, participation, withdrawal, required checks and confidentiality.

School swimming pools are used both in and out of school hours. Although pool activities will vary, the Risk Management and Community Use of School Facilities and Resources policies provide for schools to develop effective safety plans.

The Community Kindergartens Guidelines provides information and guidance to community kindergarten teachers, linked school principals and parent management committees.

School visits/study tours by overseas students are undertaken for the purpose of meeting Australian students, teachers and other professional educators as part of educational and cultural programs.

These guidelines support the intent of the School Education Act 1999 and assist staff with the provision of religious education in public schools at the local level.

Provides advice on the installation of shade in general, including shade sails.

The Family and Domestic Violence Guidelines provide information on additional leave provisions, support available for employees experiencing family and domestic violence and how principals and line managers can assist employees in these circumstances.

The Competency Framework for Teachers remains a source of reference whilst schools transition to the mandated use of Australian Professional Standards for Teachers as the prime reference for teachers ’registration, self-reflection, professional learning, performance management and development, and recruitment.

The Asbestos Management Plan, in conjunction with the mandatory on-line Asbestos Awareness Training, is designed to provide school principals, workplace managers, and other relevant staff with knowledge and understanding of asbestos containing materials in the workplace, and the capacity to respond to asbestos related issues as and when they arise.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Deputy Director General, Education Business Services.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Deputy Director General, Schools.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Executive Director, Infrastructure.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Executive Director, Statewide Services.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Directors.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Managers.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Manager, Education Regulation, Non-Government School Regulation.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Manager, Investigations and Compliance, Non-Government School Regulation.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to College Managers.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Principals, WA Colleges of Agriculture.

This is a sample Summarised Gift Register for schools contained in the Acceptance and Provision of Gifts Policy and Procedures.

This Template is used for International Excursions for Parent, Carer, Guardian Information and Consent to Participate Instructions.

This Template is used for International Excursions for Parent Information and Consent to Participate.

This Template is used for Local Area Excursions for Students who are over 18 years of age for Information and Consent.

This Template is used for Interstate Excursions for Water Based or Swimming Activities Advice.

This Template for International Excursions is for Students who are over 18 years of age wanting water based or swimming activities advice.

This Template is used for Local Area Excursions with Overnight Stay including Camps to Provide a Billet within Australia.

The Department of Education is committed to the prevention of corruption at all levels of staff across the Department, maintaining and promoting high ethical standards and practices. These guidelines are to be read in conjunction with the Staff Conduct and Discipline Policy and Code of Conduct, and provide information on how to define and report corrupt behaviour.

This template is used for International Excursions for students who are over 18 years of age.

This document outlines what a delegation is and the responsibilities of delegates.

Provides information about the functions and operation of public school Councils and Boards, along with advice that may assist Council and Board members to fulfil their consultative and decision-making roles.

A Disabilities Advisory Panel advises the Director-General on educational provision for students with disabilities and/or comment on whether an exclusion order is warranted for a disruptive student with a disability.

The Telecommunications Use policy applies to any person at any location using the online or telecommunications services of the Department of Education Western Australia.

This guide explains the management of the disciplinary process for Public Sector employees. It aims to address frequently asked questions in relation to the formal disciplinary process.

These guidelines apply to the review of a decision made by the Director General, by a Home Education Advisory Panel established under section 54 of the School Education Act, 1999.

The Department of Education aims to achieve substantive equality in their workplaces where rights of individuals are upheld and all are treated with respect, fairness, equality and dignity through an improvement process.

The purpose of this document is to support user compliance with the Department of Education (Department) Vehicle Management Policy and Vehicle Management Procedures, and assist user understanding of whole of government policy regarding vehicles.

The protocols to assist in appropriately and respectfully recognising Aboriginal custodianship of country at events conducted by the Department.

A secondment is the voluntary placement for a defined period, with the requirement that the employee returns to their substantive position on completion. The Department of Education supports secondment for staff development.

These protocols detail requirements in relation to politicians visiting schools during election campaigns.

The policy outlines the responsibilities of all employees relating to alcohol and other drugs in Department schools and workplaces and is underpinned by the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1984 and related staff and student duty of care obligations.

Criminal history screening is the process of gathering relevant information to assist in making an informed decision about a person’s suitability for employment or continued employment with the Department.

School facilities can be made available for community use. Applications must be approved by the principal and formalised by an agreement signed by the principal and a representative of the user group.

The policy outlines the responsibilities of all employees relating to alcohol and other drugs in Department schools and workplaces and is underpinned by the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1984 and related staff and student duty of care obligations.

This policy determines the provision and administration of housing for Department of Education employees deployed to a regional location.

Template related to Principals Guide to Bushfires

Excursions in Public Schools Policy Approved Providers Register

This policy sets out the requirements of the Department of Education for the development and approval of policies, procedures and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) directives

Department Online Services for Parents Terms of Use

This Framework supports the Injury Management and Workers Compensation Policy, outlining the rights and responsibilities of staff regarding work related injuries and injury management, including details about how to lodge a Workers’ Compensation Claim and support an Injured Employee with a return to work.

The Department of Education recognises and supports the diverse needs of all students. This policy is to establish school processes to identify, provide for, monitor and report on students who may be at educational risk.

The Curriculum Assessment and Reporting in Public Schools Policy and Procedures set out the requirements that schools need to meet in planning their curriculum, assessment and reporting practices. The Policy and Procedures are aligned to the Western Australian Curriculum and Assessment Outline.

The policy details the responsibilities of Department staff in relation to the creation and maintenance of records, whether in paper or electronic format. It highlights the penalties for non-compliance with the State Records Act 2000.

All of the Department's delegations are contained within the Delegations database.

This policy provides rules and guidance for all staff on the acceptance, provision and declaration of gifts, benefits, and hospitality. Staff need to act with integrity when receiving or offering, gifts, benefits and hospitality in the course of their work.