The Workplace Bullying policy affirms the Department’s commitment to safe, equitable and non-discriminatory workplaces, and guides employees and line managers in the prevention and effective management of bullying in the workplace.

This policy provides procedures for the recruitment, selection and appointment of teaching staff, school administrators and staff other than teachers and school administrators.

Teachers and school psychologists have requirements and responsibilities in relation to maintaining professional registration with the respective regulatory bodies (Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia, Psychology Board of Australia) as a condition of their contract of employment.

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.

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.

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

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

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

This policy provides information for employees in relation to their obligations and responsibilities with respect to intellectual property.

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