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Working with Children Check Unit
The Working with Children (WWC) Check Unit assists to protect children from sexual or physical harm by administering the Working with Children Act 2005 as part of a whole of government and community approach to safeguarding children in Victoria.
The unit undertakes to:
- determine whether individuals are not suitable to work or volunteer in "child-related work" by assessing and monitoring, on an ongoing basis, their relevant criminal history and professional disciplinary findings in a fair and consistent manner and with respect for the individual’s privacy
- provide education and information about rights and responsibilities under the Act and work in partnership with the community, peak bodies, and relevant stakeholders in a timely manner.
To find out more about the WWC Check and how and when it affects you, visit the Working with Children Check website.
Contacts
Working with Children Check Unit
Department of Justice
GPO Box 1915
Melbourne VIC 3001
Information Line: 1300 652 879
Hours of operation are 8:30am - 5pm weekdays (excluding public holidays)
If you need an interpreter please call the Translating and Interpreting Service on 13 1450 and have them contact the WWC Check Information Line on 1300 652 879.