Working with Children Week is 19–25 June 2023
NSW celebrates Working with Children Week to say thank you to the thousands of people who contribute to the lives of the state’s children in education, sports, arts and community organisations across the state.
This annual event also raises awareness of key child protection requirements in NSW, including the Working with Children Check and the Child Safe Standards. From 1 February 2023, the Children’s Guardian can issue penalties where organisations do not comply with the Child Safe Standards.
We also offer a free, Child Safe Self-Assessment where organisations can find out how well they’re implementing the standards.
More than 1.8 million people hold a NSW Working with Children Check clearance for volunteer or paid work.
2023 theme – Suitable and supported staff
Organisations must do their part to make sure the adults working with children are suitable and supported.
- Prioritise child safety in recruitment, including advertising and screening
- Verify online the Working with Children Check number of volunteers and paid workers
- Provide an appropriate induction so that all staff understand their child safety responsibilities
- Supervise and support staff to encourage child-safe practices
How to get involved
We have created a web page with resources, information and training to help support and celebrate quality leadership and all those who help children thrive.
Go to the Working with Children Week web page to get resources to share.
