Child Safe and Wellbeing Officer

About ACC

Australian Christian College (ACC) is a non-denominational, Christian Education organisation, whose mission is to develop each and every student to be equipped spiritually, academically, socially and physically to flourish into their full potential, and be a positive influence on the world around them. ACC is wholeheartedly committed to excellence in education so that students are “well known, well loved, and well taught” by dedicated trained Christian staff.

ACC is part of Christian Education Ministries (CEM), with 17 schools in 5 states, and is also the largest non-government Distance Education provider in Australia. 

About ACC Victoria Online

ACC Victoria Online is located at our ACC Casey campus in Cranbourne South (45 minutes south of Melbourne) and delivers online schooling from Year 5-11 in 2026. For more information please visit our website https://www.acc.edu.au/victoria-online/

We’re praying for the right staff to come and join our team, and we’re thankful that you would consider our College as a place where you will have meaningful relationships and do meaningful work.

About the role

We are seeking a committed Christian Child Safe and Wellbeing Officer to join our ACC Victoria Online team on a permanent, full-time basis.

This is a unique and pivotal role within a growing state-wide online school. The Child Safe and Wellbeing Officer plays a key role in ensuring that all students are safe, supported and appropriately engaged in their learning environment, while also supporting the College to meet its obligations under the Victorian Child Safe Standards (Ministerial Order 1359).

Working within a virtual education model, this role requires a high level of discernment, professionalism and initiative. You will be responsible for identifying and responding to wellbeing and child safety concerns, supporting staff and families, and contributing to systems that ensure students remain safe and connected despite learning remotely.

As a foundational member of a small and collaborative team, you will help shape the culture, systems and best practice approaches to student wellbeing at ACC Victoria Online. You will work closely with leadership, teaching staff and families across the state to ensure that students are well supported and that concerns are responded to promptly, appropriately and in line with College policy.

We are seeking a candidate who:

• Demonstrates a genuine Christian faith and commitment to the mission of ACC
• Is highly relational, yet able to operate within structured processes and policies
• Exercises sound judgement in complex situations
• Is confident working with families and external agencies
• Is able to learn and effectively use digital platforms to support student engagement and wellbeing

If you are passionate about supporting students, confident in navigating child safety responsibilities, and excited about shaping best practice in an online learning environment, we encourage you to apply.

Please note that all Victoria Online Staff are required to work onsite out of Casey Campus in Cranbourne South.

This full time role is expected to start as soon as possible.

Specific Role Responsibilities

• Act as a first point of contact for child safety and wellbeing concerns, providing advice and support to staff, students and families
• Identify, assess and respond to student wellbeing risks, including escalation in line with the Child Safety Responding and Reporting Obligations Policy (including the Four Critical Actions)
• Monitor student engagement and wellbeing indicators (including attendance, communication and wellbeing data) to identify students at risk
• Coordinate and support Virtual Visits, including contributing to the assessment of the student’s Place of Learning and follow-up actions where concerns are identified
• Implement targeted interventions for students of concern, which may include wellbeing plans, communication plans with families, and ongoing monitoring
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, leadership and external agencies to support student wellbeing and safety
• Maintain accurate and timely records of wellbeing concerns, actions and follow-up in the Student Information System (SIS)
• Contribute to the development, implementation and review of Child Safety and Wellbeing policies, procedures and practices
• Participate in the monitoring and review of the Child Safety Risk Register and Online Learning Risk Assessment processes
• Support a culture where students feel known, safe and supported, and where concerns are raised and responded to appropriately
• Provide guidance and support to staff in responding to wellbeing and child safety matters within an online learning context

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety & Wellbeing

• ACC Victoria Ltd is a child safe organisation which welcomes all children, young people and their families.
• We are committed to providing environments where our students are safe and feel safe, where their participation is valued, their views respected, and their voices are heard about decisions that affect their lives. Our child safe policies, strategies and practices are inclusive of the needs of all children and students.
• We have no tolerance for child abuse and take proactive steps to identify and manage any risks of harm to students in our school environments.
• We promote positive relationships between students and adults and between students and their peers. These relationships are based on trust and respect.
• We take proactive steps to identify and manage any risk of harm to students in our school environment. When child safety concerns are raised or identified, we treat these seriously and respond promptly and thoroughly.
• Particular attention is given to the child safety needs of Aboriginal students, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, international students, students with disabilities, those unable to live at home, those who identify as LGBTIQ+, and all other students experiencing risk or vulnerability.
• Inappropriate or harmful behaviour targeting students based on these or other characteristics, such as racism or homophobia, are not tolerated at our school, and any instances identified will be addressed with appropriate consequences.
• Child safety is a shared responsibility. Every person involved in our school has an important role in promoting child safety and wellbeing and promptly raising any issues or concerns about a child’s safety.
• We are committed to regularly reviewing our child safe practices, and seeking input from our students, families, staff, and volunteers to inform our ongoing strategies.

As a part of your application, you must read and support the Child Safety & Wellbeing Policy and the Child Safety Code of Conduct.

Common Responsibilities & Duties

• Provide a child safe environment in accordance with the child safe standards;
• Participate in child safety and wellbeing induction and training provided by the school and always follow the school’s child safety and wellbeing policies and procedures;
• Act in accordance with our Child Safety Code of Conduct;
• Identify and raise concerns about child safety issues in accordance with our Child Safety Responding and Reporting Obligations Policy and Procedures, including following the Four Critical Actions for Schools;
• Model and promote the vision and values of the school;
• Maintain records of class attendance and recording student progress;
• Implement effective student management consistent with the school’s strategic plan;
• Attend and participate in staff meetings as required;
• Be actively involved in regular staff devotions and prayer.

Requirements

• Evidence of the right to work in Australia

• Proof of identity

• Clearance status of the Working with Children Check

• Be a committed Christian connected with a church

• Relate well to staff, students and parents

• Have a servant heart

• Have demonstrated excellent organisational and communication skills

Benefits

• Work within a team that has a clear Christian vision and a strong Christian culture. 
• Health, fitness & wellbeing WHEREFIT benefits platform with exclusive discounts 
• EAP Program
• Be a foundational staff member and part of a innovative team committed to delivering high quality Christian online schooling across Victoria