Safeguarding Officer - Child & Vulnerable People

Do you want to work for an iconic Western Australian organisation committed to changing lives and making a difference to your community?

For more than 130 years, St John WA has been a cornerstone of support in Western Australia connecting with community through education, training and care.  

As a trusted not-for-profit, the organisation’s unwavering mission is to serve humanity and build resilient communities which we do through a strong team spirit, camaraderie and the collaboration of all team members – paid and volunteers alike - working together to support wellbeing and health for every Western Australian.  

St John WA is powered by team members who have a strong sense of belonging and purpose and combined we are a leader in pre-hospital care and related products.

Last year, we connected with 1.2 million Western Australians including:  

• 340,000 people through first aid training, education and engagement,  
• 362,000 people who received care close to where they live and work,  
• 410,000 received trusted transport and emergency care when they needed it most.   

A job to be proud of:

Are you passionate about the safety and wellbeing of children and vulnerable people?

St John WA is seeking a proactive Safeguarding Officer – Child & Vulnerable People to join the team on a permanent, full-time basis. In this key role, you will manage and support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of safeguarding strategies, policies, and training across the organisation.

As a trusted advisor and subject matter expert, you will play a vital role in ensuring St John WA meets national and state safeguarding standards - fostering a strong culture of safety, inclusion, and respect.

What you’ll do:

• Provide expert advice on safeguarding policies, legislation, and best practices
• Coordinate training initiatives across the organisation on child and vulnerable people protection
• Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and resources related to the safety of children and vulnerable people
• Conduct regular audits of Working with Children Check processes and ensure legislative compliance
• Oversee safeguarding governance, risk assessment, and incident response
• Support youth-related projects and coordinate advisory groups including youth and carers
• Liaise with external stakeholders such as WA Police, the Department of Communities, and Elder Rights WA

What you’ll need:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in similar role, including, in the field of child safety, child protection, education, social work, psychology or similar
• Working with Children Check and C Class driver’s license
• Deep understanding of children and vulnerable people safeguarding legislation
• Experience in policy development, risk assessment and incident management
• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and project coordination skills
• Experience working with volunteers preferred.

What’s in it for you?

The successful candidate will be offered an interactive and supportive working environment within a positive and professional team along with:

• $550 Health and Wellness reimbursement
• 17.5% leave loading
• Salary packaging options
• Free emergency ambulance cover
• Free first aid training

To Apply:

To apply for this exciting opportunity, prospective candidates will need to submit their application online. Applications must include a detailed cover letter outlining your motivations for this position and resume.

Alternatively, if you have any questions, please contact Passang Dema – Talent Sourcing Consultant at passang.dema@stjohnwa.com.au

Applications close on Monday 25th August 2025 at 6:00pm.

St John WA is committed to creating an inclusive environment which provides a sense of belonging and enables a welcoming, diverse, capable and connected workforce who represent the community we serve. Our goal is to ensure people feel safe to be themselves. 

We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and all other suitable applicants. 

Please note that St John will not accept recruitment agency applications for this position.

St John reserves the right to select a shortlist from the applications received. The selection process employed will be at the discretion of St John. St John may begin the shortlisting process prior to the closing date.