The Department of Education (the Department) supports high quality, ethical research where the findings have the potential to inform decision making and contribute to improvements in school education policy, staff competency, operational practices, student and staff wellbeing or student achievement and progress.

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

The Vehicle Management Policy provides a framework for the improved management of all Department and school passenger and light commercial vehicles ensuring the most efficient, effective and economical way to deliver operational services.

This policy sets out requirements for public schools that wish to enter into a sponsorship agreement.

This policy explains what ‘duty of care’ means, how teaching staff may discharge their duty of care to students, and circumstances in which non-teaching staff, external providers and volunteers may owe students a duty of care.

These procedures ensures that employees are aware of their obligations under the Working With Children Check (Criminal Record Checking) Act 2004 (the Act) and ensures that the Department maintains compliance with the Act.

This policy assists teachers with protecting and informing students and parents in their use of online services.

The Complaints and Notifications policy and framework sets out the requirements for management and resolution of complaints and notifications.

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

School dress requirements are tangible evidence of the standards expected of students. A school’s dress requirements play an important role in promoting a positive image of the school and creating a sense of identity among students.

The Vehicle Management Policy provides a framework for the improved management of all Department and school passenger and light commercial vehicles ensuring the most efficient, effective and economical way to deliver operational services.

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

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

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.

Schools and residential facilities need to have appropriate security measures in place to protect school property and ensure a safe and secure environment for staff and students. A variety of approaches are needed for implementation of effective security.

This policy details the procedures to be undertaken by a school in order to address the management of health care or medical matters during school hours.

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

These procedures apply to all Department site managers and to Department employees in public schools who have been nominated to take charge of a recreation and/or outdoor education activity.

This policy provides information for employees in relation to their obligations and responsibilities with respect to procurement and contract management.

This policy explains what ‘duty of care’ means, how teaching staff may discharge their duty of care to students, and circumstances in which non-teaching staff, external providers and volunteers may owe students a duty of care.