Child Protection Officer | Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst

Full-time | Permanent

Based out of Bathurst or Dubbo office

Negotiable Commencement

Salary ranging from $135,000 - $157,000 (depending on qualifications and experience)

Access to Fitness Passport & Salary Packaging

About the Role

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is seeking an additional Child Protection Officer to join the HR, Risk and WHS Team on a full-time basis. Supporting approximately 9,000 students across 33 Catholic primary and secondary schools throughout the Diocese, this role is appropriate for someone who holds tertiary qualifications in education, social work or psychology.

Reporting to the Head of HR, Risk and WHS, this position plays a crucial role in ensuring CEDB schools provide safe, supportive, and compliant environments for all students.

This role will see you:

• Provide expert guidance on student wellbeing and risk of significant harm concerns.
• Liaise with external agencies (e.g. DCJ, Police, mental health services), school leaders, and families.
• Advise on and/or investigate reportable conduct matters in accordance with NESA and the Office of the Children’s Guardian requirements.
• Deliver professional learning to school staff on child safety and wellbeing.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and internal policies around child protection, including WWCC and safeguarding requirements.
• Develop and maintain relevant policies, procedures, and resources aligned with best practice and current research.
• Engage in cross-functional collaboration with education officers, wellbeing teams, Aboriginal education officers, and school counsellors.

A copy of the position description can be found here

About You

• Must hold an appropriate tertiary qualification in education, social work, psychology, or related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience working in child protection, student wellbeing, or similar fields.
• Understands the complex legal and regulatory frameworks surrounding child safety in education.
• Excellent communication skills and can sensitively engage with a variety of stakeholders including students, parents, school staff, and external agencies.
• Highly organised and capable of managing complex and confidential matters with professionalism and discretion.
• Aligns with and supports the Catholic ethos, values and mission of the Diocese.
• Must have a valid drivers licence.

Why work for us?

• Competitive salary with annual increases
• Professional development opportunities
• Career growth opportunities
• Employee wellness programs - access to Fitness Passport
• Generous leave - additional leave over Christmas and New Year period
• Supportive and collaborative culture

About Us

Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,600 students and 1,700 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.

How to Apply

If you think this role sounds like you, we would like to hear from you! Click “Apply” to be taken to our online application portal where you be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:

• An updated CV/Resume
• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement
• Contact details of appropriate referees
• All supporting documentation (transcripts, identification, WWCC etc)

Applications must be submitted by 22 October 2025.

Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.

Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting Angela D’Amore; Head of HR, Risk &WHS on 02 6338 3070.

CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.

A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.

Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.