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The Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) regulates the teaching profession in Victoria using a contemporary, risk-based approach. This approach reflects regulatory best practice and focuses on protecting children and maintaining public confidence in the profession.
We use a combination of setting clear expectations, supporting teachers to meet them, and taking action where standards are not upheld. Our work is informed by data, responsive to emerging risks, and focused on achieving long-term outcomes for learners and the community.
Our regulatory approach
Our regulatory approach is guided by the following principles:
Outcomes focused
Our functions are clearly focused on achieving our strategic objectives.
Accountable and transparent
We perform our functions responsibly, objectively, fairly, consistently and transparently.
Efficient and timely
We focus on prevention and take a proactive approach to relationship building, information sharing and education.
Intelligence led
We analyse and use the best available data and intelligence to identify emerging trends, patterns, risks and weaknesses.
Risk based
We consider risk when exercising all of our functions, considering the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
Proportionate
We make regulatory decisions and allocate resources based on the risks, consequences, benefits and strategic objectives involved.
Collaborative
We develop and maintain collaborative and productive working relationships with duty holders and stakeholders.
Engaging
We inform and educate the teaching profession about their responsibilities and obligations to safety and quality in teaching.
Responsive and flexible
We are responsive and flexible to emerging trends and issues, and current risks.
