This comprehensive safeguarding training is tailored for all staff working in secondary school environments - including teachers, school leadership, administrative and support personnel.
The course ensures that staff understand their legal and ethical obligations under Victorian child protection legislation, including the Reportable Conduct Scheme, mandatory reporting laws, and Ministerial Order No. 1359.
Using real-life case studies, interactive discussion and current legal guidance, participants will develop the confidence and knowledge to identify, respond to and report suspected abuse, misconduct or boundary breaches appropriately and lawfully.
What You Will Learn
Participants will gain a clear understanding of:
- The scope and purpose of the Reportable Conduct Scheme
- What constitutes a reportable allegation and how to recognise the signs
- The concept of reasonable belief and how to apply it in school contexts
- Roles and responsibilities under mandatory reporting laws
- The difference between reportable conduct and mandatory reporting pathways
- The implications of duty of care, both on and off campus
- How to respond to incidents, document concerns and report appropriately
- Common professional boundary issues, including social media use and informal interactions
- The investigation process and how procedural fairness is maintained
Who Should Attend
This training is designed for all staff in secondary school settings, including:
- Classroom teachers and CRTs
- Deputy principals and principals
- School executive and wellbeing teams
- Learning Support Officers and aides
- Administrative and operations staff
- School psychologists, counsellors and chaplains
- Contractors, volunteers and visiting professionals
Why Choose This Training
- Developed and delivered by experienced safeguarding consultants with education sector expertise
- Aligns with the Child Safe Standards, Crimes Act 1958 (Vic) and Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic)
- Reinforces a proactive, legally compliant and child-focused culture
- Promotes consistent practice in risk management, reporting and professional boundaries
- Supports compliance, confidence and collaboration across your school community
