This framework must be read in conjunction with the Injury Management and Workers' Compensation policy.

The Employee Performance and Development 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.

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

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

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