Job Description
Department for Education
Job reference: 714005
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Why work with us
Every child and young person deserves a great education.
We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child’s potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing.
Together we will make our education system the best it can be.
When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state.
About the role
The Engagement and Wellbeing Directorate provides statewide policy direction, reform and advice regarding the engagement and wellbeing of children and young people in education and care.
The Policy Officer, Child Safety provides leadership, expertise and policy advice based on evidence, best practice and legislation relating to safeguarding children, creating child safe environments, trauma-informed practice and mandatory reporting within education and care settings. The officer will have a comprehensive understanding of the system factors that impact on the safety, engagement, learning and wellbeing of children and young people in education and care settings. This includes knowledge of the relevant policies and procedures within the department, relevant legislation, effective early intervention strategies and practices and programs for children and young people. The subject area may change over time depending on Directorate and project priorities.
The Policy Officer, Child Safety works within a project team to lead the research, analysis, formulation, development, implementation and evaluation of policies, processes, tools, trainings and resources for a range of stakeholders across the Department for Education. Positive and purposeful stakeholder engagement both within and outside the department will be an important aspect of this role and knowledge of interagency services and responses will be required.
Qualifications
Essential: Nil
Desirable: An appropriate tertiary qualification in one or more of the following fields: education, public policy, law, psychology, social work, or other relevant behavioural/social science)
Special conditions
The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry.
The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN –EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years.
For all other Special Conditions please refer to the attached Position Description.
Remuneration
ASO7 $108,109 - 116,864 per annum (1.0 FTE) + superannuation (12%) and leave loading
Enquiries
Enquiries can be directed to Jowen Apostol, Principal Policy Adviser, via tel: (08) 8463XXXXXX or email: [email protected]
Application instructions
Applications should be made through the IWorkForSA website.
Applicants are required to submit a CV, the Application Cover Sheet, Employment Declaration, and a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the key competencies in the attached position description.
People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
Additional note
This is a full-time contract role (1.0 FTE), initial 9-month term contract.
Applications close: 23/01/2026 11:30 PM
Job reference: 714005
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Why work with us
Every child and young person deserves a great education.
We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child’s potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing.
Together we will make our education system the best it can be.
When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state.
About the role
The Engagement and Wellbeing Directorate provides statewide policy direction, reform and advice regarding the engagement and wellbeing of children and young people in education and care.
The Policy Officer, Child Safety provides leadership, expertise and policy advice based on evidence, best practice and legislation relating to safeguarding children, creating child safe environments, trauma-informed practice and mandatory reporting within education and care settings. The officer will have a comprehensive understanding of the system factors that impact on the safety, engagement, learning and wellbeing of children and young people in education and care settings. This includes knowledge of the relevant policies and procedures within the department, relevant legislation, effective early intervention strategies and practices and programs for children and young people. The subject area may change over time depending on Directorate and project priorities.
The Policy Officer, Child Safety works within a project team to lead the research, analysis, formulation, development, implementation and evaluation of policies, processes, tools, trainings and resources for a range of stakeholders across the Department for Education. Positive and purposeful stakeholder engagement both within and outside the department will be an important aspect of this role and knowledge of interagency services and responses will be required.
Qualifications
Essential: Nil
Desirable: An appropriate tertiary qualification in one or more of the following fields: education, public policy, law, psychology, social work, or other relevant behavioural/social science)
Special conditions
The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry.
The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN –EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years.
For all other Special Conditions please refer to the attached Position Description.
Remuneration
ASO7 $108,109 - 116,864 per annum (1.0 FTE) + superannuation (12%) and leave loading
Enquiries
Enquiries can be directed to Jowen Apostol, Principal Policy Adviser, via tel: (08) 8463XXXXXX or email: [email protected]
Application instructions
Applications should be made through the IWorkForSA website.
Applicants are required to submit a CV, the Application Cover Sheet, Employment Declaration, and a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the key competencies in the attached position description.
People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
Additional note
This is a full-time contract role (1.0 FTE), initial 9-month term contract.
Applications close: 23/01/2026 11:30 PM
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The ASO7 - POLICY OFFICER, CHILD SAFETY position is now open for candidates interested in the Helper Jobs sector. This role in South Australia offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Helper Jobs is a plus.
