Human resources

Complaints and Notifications Policy

The Complaints and Notifications Policy and Framework sets out the requirements for management and resolution of complaints and notifications.

Housing for Country Employees in Public Schools Policy

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

Injury Management and Workers' Compensation Policy

This policy outlines 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 a...

Managing a Breach of the Public Sector Standard Claims Policy

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 re...

Complaints and Notifications Framework

The Complaints and Notifications Policy and Framework sets out the requirements for management and resolution of complaints and notifications.

Grievance Framework

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

Injury Management and Workers Compensation Framework

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 d...

Managing a Breach of the Public Sector Standard Claims Framework

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 re...

A Guide to the Discipline Process for Public Sector Staff

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.

A Guide to the Discipline Process for Wages and Other Officers

This guide explains the management of the disciplinary process for Wages and Other officers. It aims to address frequently asked questions in relation to the formal disciplinary process.

Competency Framework for Teachers

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 teache...

Corruption Prevention and Detection

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 guideli...

Equity and Inclusion Charter

The Equity and Inclusion Charter (the Charter) acknowledges the Department’s equity and diversity legislative responsibilities and commitment to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion em...

Family and Domestic Violence Leave Guidelines

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...

Part-time Work Guidelines

These guidelines provide processes for part-time work arrangements within the Department.

Public Interest Disclosure

The Public Interest Disclosure Act 2003 (the Act) aims to facilitate and encourage the disclosure of public interest information and to provide protection for those who make disclosures and for tho...

Reporting Misconduct

Employees are required to report any breach/suspected breach of the Staff Conduct policy/Code of Ethics to their line manager. This brochure provides information on reporting misconduct under the P...

Retirement on Grounds of Ill Health Guidelines

An employee who is unable to perform the inherent duties required of their position due to long term or permanent medical incapacity may be retired on the grounds of ill health. This guideline out...