Working with Children - Western Sydney University Staff

What is a Working with Children Check?

A NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) is a prerequisite for anyone in child-related work. It involves a national criminal history check and review of reported workplace misconduct.

The result of a NSW Working with Children Check is either a clearance to work with children for five years, or a bar against working with children. Cleared applicants are subject to ongoing monitoring, and any relevant new records which appear against a cleared applicant's name may lead to the clearance being revoked.

The Check is fully portable which means it can be used for any paid or unpaid child-related work in NSW for as long as the worker remains cleared.

For further information and answers to frequently asked questions, refer to the knowledge article here: Do I require a Working with Children Check (WWCC) (staff login required).