Description

All staff have a vital role to play in creating a safe and protective school environment through the identification and support of children affected by abuse. This policy assists staff to respond appropriately where there is a concern for a child’s wellbeing or a disclosure of abuse. The best interests of the child will be met through an understanding of the processes and requirements for reporting child abuse to agencies who share this responsibility. 11.11.09 version 2.3 published with addition of section 6.18 regarding Working With Children Checks policy.

Application:

Mandatory

Effective Date:

08 April 2009

Owner:

Education Policy And Planning

Document Type

Policy

Theme/s:

Curriculum , Health and Safety , Human Resources , Legal / Accountability , Parent and Community Relations , Quality Assurance , Registered Training Organisations , Students , Vocational Education and Training

Audience/s:

Administrators Community Educators Parents & Guardians Registered Training Organisations Staff Students Tafe Staff