Queensland College of Teachers

Disciplinary investigations

If the QCT reasonably believes on the basis of disciplinary information received by the QCT that a ground for disciplinary action against the teacher may exist, the QCT may authorise an investigation.

If the QCT authorises a disciplinary investigation and appoints an investigator, the QCT must as soon as practicable give the relevant teacher notice of the investigation.  This notice must state how the teacher may make a submission to the investigator.

However, the QCT need not give the teacher the notice if the QCT reasonably believes doing so may:

• seriously prejudice the investigation
• place at risk the wellbeing of vulnerable persons
• place the complainant or another person at risk of harassment or intimidation.

An investigation may be authorised by:

• the QCT
• the Professional Practice and Conduct Committee
• the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal

If an investigation involves a disciplinary matter, as soon as practicable after completing the investigation, the investigator must give a written report about the investigation to:

• the Professional Practice and Conduct Committee where the investigation is authorised by the QCT or the Professional Practice and Conduct Committee; or, otherwise
• the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal.

An information sheet is available for further information.

Information Sheet - Disciplinary Investigations