A full version of our Child Safe Code of Conduct is available in KinderM8. All staff, students and volunteers must read and follow our full Child Safe Code of Conduct
DO:
· Always put children’s safety, health and wellbeing first
· Follow our child safety policies and legal obligations, including for mandatory reporting
· Respond immediately to any concern, risk, disclosure or incident
· Use positive, respectful and non-intrusive behaviour guidance
· Maintain professional boundaries and conduct with children and families
· Use physical contact only when appropriate (e.g., to comfort, prevent harm, assist with care)
· Ensure supervision is active, constant and appropriate for each child
· Communicate respectfully and professionally, including online
· Follow our rules for digital devices, photography, technology, and record keeping
· Welcome and support all children and families, regardless of background, identity or ability
DO NOT:
· Engage in any behaviour that harms, risks harm, or exploits a child
· Use physical punishment, shaming, intimidation or humiliation
· Show favouritism, develop inappropriate relationships, or ignore boundary violations
· Communicate privately or online with children
· Have your personal digital devices in your possession while you are with children
· Take or share images or recordings of children without written parental consent
· Make negative, discriminatory or inappropriate comments about a child or their family
· Be alone with a child or work in ways that are not visible to others
· Talk about adult topics or use adult language around children
· Smoke, vape, or be under the influence of drugs or alcohol at work
**Breaches and suspected breaches must be reported to the nominated supervisor and/or approved provider either in person, by telephone on 9000 8916 or via email makayla.menzies@edu-play.com.au
If the breach relates to harm or the risk of harm to a child, staff must follow our Child Protection Policy and Procedures**
