Background
In July 2021 the Teachers Registration and Standards Act (2004) was amended to allow, amongst other provisions, the ability of the Teachers Registration Board of South Australia (the Board) to publish or adopt codes of conduct and professional standards (or both) (Part 6A, section 31B refers).
In June 2022 the Board adopted the Protective Practices for staff in their interactions with children and young people, and work commenced on a Code of Conduct (the Code) for the South Australian teaching profession.
The Code will support the work of the Board by making transparent the behaviour expected of teachers in South Australia.
It will assist teachers, the community and the Board to ensure these expectations are met, thereby ensuring that high standards of professional conduct are maintained within the profession.
This, in turn, will safeguard the public interest by protecting not only children and young people, but also, will promote and maintain public confidence in the teaching profession.
Key information
Code of Conduct Discussion Paper
Code of Conduct Discussion Paper Feedback
Consultation
In March 2023 the Teachers Registration Board hosted representatives from the early childhood, primary, and secondary teaching communities, principals, union representatives, employers, and parents. This event launched the draft Code of Conduct consultation phase and provided an opportunity for stakeholders to give feedback on the Code.
Online and face-to-face focus groups held in March and April of 2023 also provided an important opportunity for key stakeholders to provide input into the process.
Following this period of consultation, the Board sought feedback from the wider community. This consultation period is now closed.
Next steps
The draft Code of Conduct is currently being finalised, along with a set of guidelines that will sit alongside the Code. Once finalised and approved by the Board, the Code of Conduct, and associated guidelines, will be made publicly available.
Contact us
Email consultation@trb.sa.edu.au if you have any questions about the Code of Conduct.
