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

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

The Staff Conduct and Discipline policy applies to all employees of the Department of Education and describes the expectations the Department has of its employees and outlines the processes that will be implemented should an allegation of a breach be made.

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.

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.

These procedures aim to maximise the flexibility available to school communities in the configuration of the school day within the constraints of legislation and industrial agreements. The Director General determines the days in each year on which government schools are to be open for educational instruction of students.

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.

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

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

All Department of Education employees must only use software products in accordance with the terms and conditions stipulated by the software license. Workplace managers must ensure that procedures are in place to manage record keeping, procurement, registration, installation, management, transfer and disposal of software licenses for those software products used within the workplace.

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 apply to all principals and college managers. They support the Visitors and Dignitaries at Public Schools and Residential Facilities policy.

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.

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 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.

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.

This policy aims to maximise the flexibility available to school communities in the configuration of the school day within the constraints of legislation and industrial agreements. The Director General determines the days in each year on which government schools are to be open for educational instruction of students.

On 6 February 2024 the Enrolment Framework for Students with a Visa in Public Schools was updated. A new enrolment process for overseas students will come into effect on Monday 19 February 2024.

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

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Principal Consultant, Service Response.

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

The policy provides an operational framework to raise employees’ and line managers’ knowledge and understanding of entitlements and responsibilities related to leave eligibility, application and approval processes. It ensures that employees and line managers are informed about, leave procedures and leave management strategies under relevant Awards and Agreements.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Principal Project Officer, Maintenance.

The procedures outline the requirements for staff in residential facilities to ensure the safety and well-being of students during leisure activities.

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.

This procedure 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.

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

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 an Injured Employee with a return to work.

Some secondary students in agricultural education programs drive vehicles and machinery on school property. These procedures are used for the management and supervision of student drivers.

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

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.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Coordinator Regional Services.

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

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.

This policy 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 and procedures outlines for all employees of the Department of Education to follow when travelling on a trip authorised by the Department.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Manager, Maintenance and Program Delivery.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Principals, schools of special educational needs and school of alternative learning settings.

This CEO Instruction mandates that, in line with Western Australian laws, school staff must not allow students under the age of 16 to bring eRideables or eBikes on school premises.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the General Counsel, Legal and Legislative Services.

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

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

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the School Psychologist Consultant, Service Response

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.

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

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 Service Director, Primary, Early Childhood and Education Support.

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

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

The principal or college manager is responsible for the day-to-day management of a public school or residential facility, including providing for the safety and welfare of students, staff and visitors on the site.

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

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Service Director, Secondary Schools, District High Schools and Post-School Pathways

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Assistant Executive Director, Service Delivery.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Director, ICT Operations and Customer Service.

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 Manager, Service Planning and Contracts.

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.

This policy provides procedures and advice to assist school staff understand their responsibilities and supports informed decision-making in family disputes.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Director, Business and Customer Services.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Lead School Psychologist, Service Response

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

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Director, Teaching and Learning Services.

The Department is a signatory to a number of statutory and voluntary licences, which aim to ensure fair returns to owners of copyright, and set out guidelines for the use of ‘works’ and ‘subject matter other than works’ in schools.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Manager, Secondary District High School and Post-School Support.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Director, Service Planning and Coordination.

Template to Internation Excursions for WA Department of Education commitment to provide a safe environment and appropriate accommodation for billeted students

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Manager, Residential Colleges.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Manager, Primary, Early Childhood and Education Support.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Manager, Service Allocation Prioritisation and Coordination.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Principal Consultant, Property Management.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Principal Assessment Officer, Standards and Integrity.

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.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Manager, Swimming and Water Safety.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Principal Consultant, Incident Support Unit.