The Safeguarding Coordinator will lead and support the Diocese of Bunbury in promoting a culture of safety for children and vulnerable persons. This role ensures the implementation of safeguarding policies and practices in line with the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards (NCSS) and other relevant Church and legislative requirements.
Key Responsibilities
1. Support the development, implementation, and review of safeguarding policies and procedures across the Diocese.
2. Provide training and resources to parishes, clergy, employees, and volunteers to ensure safeguarding standards are understood and upheld.
3. Develop and deliver safeguarding campaigns for the Diocese.
4. Act as the first point of contact for safeguarding concerns or reports, ensuring appropriate and timely responses in accordance with diocesan protocols, the NCSS, and The National Code – Integrity in Our Common Mission.
5. Maintain accurate and confidential records relating to safeguarding matters.
6. Collaborate with Church leaders and staff to conduct risk assessments, NCSS self-assessments, and implement safeguarding strategies.
7. Monitor compliance with Working with Children Checks and other background screening requirements of Diocesan offices and parishes.
8. Liaise with Catholic Professional Standards Ltd (CPSL), statutory authorities, and other relevant agencies as needed.
9. Contribute to diocesan reporting obligations on safeguarding matters.
Key Selection Criteria
1. A willingness and capacity to support the Catholic ethos.
2. Demonstrated understanding of safeguarding principles, especially in a Church or not-for-profit context.
3. Knowledge of the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and relevant child and vulnerable adults’ protection legislation.
4. Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
5. Experience in working with children, vulnerable people, or in professional standards roles.
6. High level of discretion, sensitivity, integrity, and confidentiality.
7. Relevant qualifications in social work, psychology, education, safeguarding, or a related field (desirable).
8. Experience in training or policy development (desirable).
9. A current Working With Children Check and National Police Clearance, or willingness to obtain them.
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* Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
* Do you have experience working in the not-for-profit sector?
* Do you have experience working with children?
* Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
* Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
* Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
* Do you own or have regular access to a car?
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