A common understanding of the standards of behaviour expected by all employees of Department of Education. Page 5
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Who does the Code of Conduct apply to?
All employees of Department of Education whether permanent, temporary or casual. Page 6
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What is the Department of Education committed to?
A workplace that provides dignity and respect. Page 7
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How do I protect confidential information?
Only use official information for the work-related purpose it is intended. Page 19
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How many pages is the Code of Conduct document?
47. Page 47
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What are the values that underpin our work?
Fairness, respect, integrity and responsibility. Page 3
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What is record keeping?
Records may be class rolls, student assessment records, emails, electronic documents, digital image and audio recordings, correspondence, files, forms, plans, drawings, notes, photographs and film. Page 31
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What does the Department expect of its employees?
To be aware of the Department of Education's policies, procedures and delegations, particularly those that apply to your workplace. Page 9
Legal obligation to provide reasonable care while performing any acts or making any omissions that could foreseeably harm others. Page 21
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What is the obligation the Code of Conduct places on us?
Take responsibility for our own conduct and work with colleagues cooperatively to establish consultative and collaborative workplaces where people are happy and proud to work. Page 5
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What do I do if I have concerns about inappropriate actions of an employee?
Report to your supervisor of directly to the Employee Performance and Conduct Directorate. Page 11
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What happens if I breach the code of conduct?
An employee who fails to follow a lawful direction given by their supervisor on more than two occasions will be referred to the Employee Performance and Conduct Directorate. Page 12
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Am I accountable for documents that I sign?
You are accountable for documents that you sign so you should read them carefully before you sign. Page 27
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What is appropriate dress?
Employees must ensure their personal appearance and presentation are clean, tidy and appropriate for their work role and takes into account the particular circumstances of their workplace. Page 39
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What is the Statement of Ethics?
Department of Education is committed to improving the social and economic wellbeing of the people of NSW through the provision of high quality services to the community. Page 3
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Can I destroy records without appropriate authority?
No. Page 31
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What do I do if I have secondary employment?
You must seek approval in writing from your manager prior to engaging in any secondary employment. Page 21
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Can I write personal references?
You are not to provide written personal references for any current or former staff member on the Department of Education letterhead nor use your title and position for this purpose. Page 28
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What is a lawful direction?
A direction which falls within the scope of the job description, involves no illegality and which is reasonable. Page 41
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What are the main legislations applying to employees?
Government Sector Employment Act 2013;
Teaching Service Act 1980;
Education (School Administrative and Support Staff) Act 1987. Page 4
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What is unacceptable behaviour?
Bullying or insulting behaviour, including verbal and non-verbal aggression, abusive, threatening or derogatory language and physical abuse or intimidation towards other employees. Page 7
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What do I do if I am offered a gift or benefit?
Exercise sound judgement when offered a gift or benefit. Page 17
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How are you required to serve the elected Government of the day?
Implementing Government policy;
Providing impartial and accurate advice to the Government of the day;
Administering laws passed by the Parliament;
Providing responsive service to the community in line with Government policy. Page 23
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What is a conflict of interest?
A situation where conflict arises between public duty and private interest. Page 14