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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.