ONSITE ATTENDANCE EXPECTATIONS A consistent onsite presence ensures strong collaboration, continuity of learning, and a safe, well-supervised environment for all students. At The Lakes, professionalism includes arriving on time, being present and productive throughout the day, and respecting each other’s right to work, focus, and contribute without disruption. SOCIAL ACTIVITIES • Various social activities are enjoyed throughout the year • The staff association helps to subsidise the cost of these events, as well as arranging member gifts on special occasions • Please pay your staff association fees of $40/year at the general office • Check your email for information regarding staff events KEYS • All teachers have a key which will open all internal locks and external gates • The Principal, Assistant Principals, Facilities Manager, and Business Manager have master keys to all locks and padlocks within the school • If you need access to the school outside of school hours be aware that the security alarms will be set and entry to any building will cause an alarm to be relayed to the DET security • See principal for access information NAME BADGE • Name badges are provided at the beginning of the school year • The staff name badge must be worn when interacting with members of the public, e.g. at reception, information nights, etc.
SCHOOL COUNCIL •
School Council meets twice a term (8 times per year), usually on the third Tuesday of each month • Staff is represented on the School Council, and these staff members can be approached if you wish to raise items at School Council • Sub-committee representation and meeting times will be determined by the members of the School Council • A precis of the School Council minutes is published in the newsletter ADMINISTRATION & PLANNING TIME • Administration and planning time is set our for staff in accordance with the current agreement. • Full-time staff are allocated 30 hours of teaching and preparation with 8 hours tagged for other responsibilities. • Primary staff have 42 sessions of face-to-face teaching per fortnight, while Secondary staff have 38 hours per fortnight. • This allocated face-to-face time includes extras (class covers). PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS Arrive punctually and be ready to begin the day’s work by 8:50 am. Remain onsite during your scheduled hours unless approved otherwise. Use work time productively , maintaining focus on planning, teaching, collaboration, and reflection. Respect others’ focus and workspace — keep shared
2026 Staff Handbook The Lakes South Morang College spaces professional and minimise interruptions. Engage positively in meetings, supervision, and student interactions throughout the day. Support coverage and flexibility where required to meet operational or student needs.
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