Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools
The Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools (DLCS) provides a range of services to support approximately 3,500 staff in 45 vibrant and dynamic Catholic school communities that serve more than 18,000 students. The DLCS assists schools to build teaching and leadership capabilities in communities of professional educators who share responsibility for school improvement and for achieving the best outcomes for our students.
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Child Safeguarding Investigation Officer
Location: Port Macquarie NSW (preferred), or Coffs Harbour NSW (may be considered)
Full-time, permanent position. Commencing 20 April 2026.
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The Rewards
Salary: Attractive salary dependent on skills and experience + 12% superannuation Additional benefits: Salary packaging options, long service leave after 5-years of continuous service, work laptop, company car, mobile phone, fuel card, credit card Working hours: 7-hour working day, 35-hour week Flexibility: Achieve both work-life balance and the benefits of face-to-face collaboration with your peers with our hybrid working model Staff wellbeing: Access to our Employee Assistance Program, free annual flu vaccinations, discounted gym and aquatic memberships through our Fitness Passport Growth: Learning and career development opportunities.
Position Purpose
The Child Safeguarding Investigation Officer provides specialised advice and support in the areas of child protection and safeguarding. The Child Safeguarding Investigation Officer will play a significant role in ensuring the Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Limited (DLCSL) is supported with safeguarding practices and to develop a culture to meet child protection and safeguarding responsibilities.
This role supports the underlying Mission of Catholic Education in the Diocese of Lismore by delivering services that contribute to enabling students to achieve the fullness of life.I
Work Requirements
A current/valid Australian Driver’s Licence and eligibility to work within Australia for the period of the appointment Compliance with Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead as prescribed by the Bishops of NSW, or working towards accreditation at the appropriate level upon commencement. Hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check, or ability to obtain if the successful candidate Requirement to travel between locations.
Qualifications
Relevant tertiary qualifications e.g. social work, social welfare, human resources, law; or, at least five year’s relevant industry experience in investigations.
Work Experience
Significant experience in the area of child safeguarding in the school or welfare sector, or a related field involving child protection.
Key Capabilities
Investigation skills. An ability to provide effective advice and support in relation to managing allegations against employees of inappropriate behaviour towards children and young people. An ability to provide effective advice and support in relation to dealing with risk of significant harm and wellbeing concerns for students and families at risk. Knowledge of child safe standards and practices and their application in an education setting. Highly developed written skills including investigation report writing skills and risk assessments. Sound record keeping practices to ensure accountability, transparency and confidentiality. Highly developed oral communication and interpersonal skills. The ability to research and participate in policy and training development and delivery. Capacity to work in a team.
Plus, The Following Generic Criteria
Knowledge of WHS and equity principles in the workplace. Respect and uphold the ethos and teachings of the Catholic Church and the values of the Employer.
Your cover letter must address the key capabilities listed above.
Additional Information
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Enquiries:
Applications close: 9am, Monday 23 March 2026
Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Limited is committed to creating Child Safe Schools
For identified child related roles, Child Protection legislation requires preferred candidates to hold a valid NSW WWCC
An equal-opportunity employer