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

This policy instructs principals and teachers to perform the duties necessary for the administration and implementation of the National Assessment Program in public schools.

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.

The Staff Induction policy outlines the mandatory requirements for implementing a formal induction program that introduces all newly appointed employees to the Department, its policies, procedures, and orients them to their worksite.

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

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

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.

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

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.

The Department of Education provides inclusive and equitable work and learning environments, services and management practices free of unlawful discrimination and harassment. This includes the prevention and effective management of discrimination and harassment.

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.

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.

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.

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

The Conflicts of Interest policy and procedures apply to all employees and contractors of the Department of Education and describes the reporting and management obligations related to actual, perceived and potential conflicts of interest.

The Curriculum Assessment and Reporting in Public Schools Policy and Procedures set out the requirements that schools need to meet in planning their curriculum, assessment and reporting practices. The Policy and Procedures are aligned to the Western Australian Curriculum and Assessment Outline.

The Conflicts of Interest policy and procedures apply to all employees and contractors of the Department of Education and describes the reporting and management obligations related to actual, perceived and potential conflicts of interest.

Public School excursions are undertaken to further students’ learning and social skills development outside their normal school environment. Activities conducted outside the relatively protective environment of the school site involve greater risk. Therefore particular attention must be given to the safety and welfare of all excursion participants.

These procedures provide advice to assist school staff understand their responsibilities and supports informed decision-making in family disputes.

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

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.

These procedures provide information for employees in relation to their obligations and responsibilities with respect to managing information breaches.

The School Education Act 1999 requires all enrolled student to attend school or participate in an educational program of the school. Principals are required to record and monitor student attendance and develop appropriate strategies to restore attendance for students with persistent absence.

A cross sectoral initiative between the Department of Education Western Australia, the Association of Independent Schools of Western Australia and Catholic Education Western Australia, designed to support the needs of transient and mobile students.

Information and communication technologies are provided by the Department to enable employees and authorised third parties to satisfactorily perform their duties. It is recognised that the associated information, physical equipment, infrastructure and software is at risk of accidental or intentional loss, unauthorised manipulation or unauthorised disclosure. This policy authorises security controls to address those risks.

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 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.

Access to Department online services and Department owned devices is provided to assist the Department in achieving its goals. The Department expects employees to use these resources in an ethical, legal, appropriate and acceptable manner.

This is the signed letter of agreement between the Western Australia Police and the Department of Education. Proformas for requesting information from, and disclosing information to, the Western Australia Police can be accessed via the links to the right.

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

Information and communication technologies are provided by the Department to enable employees and authorised third parties to satisfactorily perform their duties. It is recognised that the associated information, physical equipment, infrastructure and software is at risk of accidental or intentional loss, unauthorised manipulation or unauthorised disclosure. This policy authorises security controls to address those risks.

The Department is one of the few government agencies providing secure parking for staff and visitors. Parking facilities provided to Department staff are considered to be a privilege and not an entitlement.

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

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

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

The School Education Act 1999 requires all enrolled student to attend school or participate in an educational program of the school. Principals are required to record and monitor student attendance and develop appropriate strategies to restore attendance for students with persistent absence.

This policy requires principals and school staff, to undertake self assessment, planning and reporting processes. It incorporates school compliance reporting and requirements related to the Standards Review and the Expert Review 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.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Assistant Executive Director, Professional Capability.

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

These protocols detail requirements in relation to politicians visiting schools during election campaigns.

This Schedule provides the endorsement and approvals required to meet the minimum requirements of the Procurement Act 2020 (WA), General Procurement Directions and the Western Australian Procurement Rules (WAPR) when procuring goods, services and community services, or disposing of goods.

These guidelines explain the various student allowances available.

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

The Department of Education provides support for gifted and talented students to achieve their best possible learning outcomes.

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 Manager, Student Assessment and Reporting.

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

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Executive Director, Professional Standards and Conduct.

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 Director, Teaching and Learning Services.

The guidelines assist public schools to respond to family disputes that impact the educational program of a student and the operations of a school.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Executive Director, Schooling Operations and Initiatives.

The Template is used for Local Area Excursions with Overnight Stay including Camps for Students who are over 18 years of age participation.

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, Standards and Integrity.

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 Director, Standards and Integrity.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Manager, Aboriginal Education Teaching and Learning.

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 Assistant Executive Director, Service Delivery.

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

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Director, Teaching Quality and Innovation.

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

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Director, Disability and Inclusion.

All of the Department's delegations are contained within the Delegations register.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Director, Agricultural Education and Residential Colleges.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Manager, Disability Services and Support.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Executive Director, School. Curriculum and Standards

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Director, Staff Recruitment and Employment Services.