Reportable Conduct Scheme

The reportable conduct scheme took effect from 1 July 2017 and requires any allegations of ‘reportable conduct’ against employees (including contractors, volunteers, allied health staff and school board members) to be reported to the Commission for Children and Young People (CCYP) within the legislated timeframe.

There are five types of reportable conduct listed in the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005 (Vic.). These are:

  1. sexual offences (against, with or in the presence of, a child);
  2. sexual misconduct (against, with or in the presence of, a child);
  3. physical violence (against, with or in the presence of, a child);
  4. behaviour that is likely to cause significant emotional or psychological harm; and
  5. significant neglect.

From 1 July 2017, principals in the Archdiocese of Melbourne should, at first instance, contact the Employee Relations Unit as soon as they are made aware of an allegation that may constitute reportable conduct.

The Employee Relations Unit will provide advice and support to Melbourne principals on how to manage the matter, including reporting to CCYP (if appropriate) within the legislated timeframe.

Principals from Sale, Sandhurst and Ballarat Dioceses are advised to contact their Catholic Education Office for advice and support.

Video Introduction to the Reportable Conduct Scheme

Information and resources to assist schools with the Reportable Conduct Scheme

CEM Guide to the Reportable Conduct Scheme

Reportable Conduct Scheme one-pager

Reportable Conduct Scheme Presentation (pdf)

Reportable Conduct Scheme Presentation (ppt)

Reportable Conduct Scheme Scenarios

Reportable Conduct Risk Assessment Tool

Reportable Conduct Record of Reported Issue