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.

A Disabilities Advisory Panel advises the Director-General on educational provision for students with disabilities and/or comment on whether an exclusion order is warranted for a disruptive student with a disability.

The Telecommunications Use policy applies to any person at any location using the online or telecommunications services of the Department of Education Western Australia.

This guide explains the management of the disciplinary process for Public Sector employees. It aims to address frequently asked questions in relation to the formal disciplinary process.

These guidelines apply to the review of a decision made by the Director General, by a Home Education Advisory Panel established under section 54 of the School Education Act, 1999.

This document provides advice for all staff to be aware of their obligations under Government and Department policies and codes when making submissions to inquiries and attending parliamentary committees.

This guidelines provides an outline of processes for public schools, Education Regional Offices and the Western Australian and Commonwealth Governments for the opening of new schools, school buildings and upgraded facilities.

These guidelines provide a reference point for when a school is hosting dignitaries, planning official functions and events, and occasions when a school is hosting a visit by the Minister for Education.

An employee who is unable to perform the inherent duties required of their position due to long term or permanent medical incapacity may be retired on the grounds of ill health. This guideline outlines the process by which an employee may be retired on grounds of ill health.

Information on the State election includes the following: •Schools as polling places; •Working for the WA Electoral Commission; •Department staff standing for election; •Members of school councils/boards; •Members of PCs and •Other information (includes codes of ethics and conduct, administrative instructions and policies).

The Department of Education aims to achieve substantive equality in their workplaces where rights of individuals are upheld and all are treated with respect, fairness, equality and dignity through an improvement process.

The purpose of this document is to support user compliance with the Department of Education (Department) Vehicle Management Policy and Vehicle Management Procedures, and assist user understanding of whole of government policy regarding vehicles.

The protocols to assist in appropriately and respectfully recognising Aboriginal custodianship of country at events conducted by the Department.

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 Framework supports the Injury Management and Workers Compensation Policy, outlining 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.

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.

Template related to Principals Guide to Bushfires

Supporting document containing specific requirements for the Recreation and Outdoor Education Activities for Public School Procedures in the Duty of Care for Public School Students policy effective from 1 January 2021.

Supporting document containing specific requirements for the Recreation and Outdoor Education Activities for Public School Procedures in the Duty of Care for Public School Students policy effective from 1 January 2021.

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