Working with Children Update

Working with Children Update

Working With Children Legislation Changes There have been changes to the laws around the Working With Children Check that are important for everyone who works or volunteers with kids. Please note the following changes: * Personal details must be updated. Everyone who holds a Check is now legally required to update their contact details, including any name or address changes, within three months – just like your driver licence. And like your licence, penalties will apply for people who don’t update. Updating your details is simple – go to www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au/check and follow the directions. You can also find your Check number here if you don’t have it to hand. * Parents on overnight camps must have a Check. All parents volunteering on overnight camps will now need a Check. The camp organiser needs to verify the Check and keep records. (Previously parents volunteering on overnight camps with their child were exempt from requiring a Working With Children Check.) If you have any questions, speak with Warina, our AdSafe Coordinator.