Safer Churches compliance

a Safe Church for Every Generation.

At Inspire Church we are committed to providing a safe environment for our community. All volunteers of Inspire Church need to have completed the below steps in order to serve.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact our team on: (02) 9826 0300.

At Inspire Church we are committed to providing a safe environment for our community. All volunteers of Inspire Church need to have completed the below steps in order to serve.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact our team on: (02) 9826 0300.

Working with
Childrens Check

Working with
Childrens Check

Working with Childrens Check

It is required that all volunteers that interact with children hold a current Working With Children Check (WWCC) Number. To apply for a WWCC Number with the Office of the Children’s Guardian please click the links. Please Note: All volunteer WWCC’s are free.

It is required that all volunteers that interact with children hold a current Working With Children Check (WWCC) Number.

To apply for a WWCC Number with the Office of the Children’s Guardian please click the links.

Please Note: All volunteer WWCC’s are free.

It is required that all volunteers that interact with children hold a current Working With Children Check (WWCC) Number. To apply for a WWCC Number with the Office of the Children’s Guardian please click the links.

Please Note: All volunteer WWCC’s are free.

Safer Churches
Training

Safer Churches
Training

Safer Churches Training

Please refer to your team leader to see if you need to undertake Safer Churches training.

To begin your online training course please click the button below. The cost is $15.

Please ensure you navigate to the COURSES FOR VOLUNTEERS section.

Ensure you complete on a DESKTOP NOT A MOBILE DEVICE. (When completed on a mobile, your progress can be lost if the screen locks, use a desktop to avoid this.)

Please refer to your team leader to see if you need to undertake Safer Churches training.

To begin your online training course please click the button below. The cost is $15.

Please ensure you navigate to the COURSES FOR VOLUNTEERS section.

Ensure you complete on a DESKTOP NOT A MOBILE DEVICE.
(When completed on a mobile, your progress can be lost if the screen locks, use a desktop to avoid this.)

Please refer to your team leader to see if you need to undertake Safer Churches training.

To begin your online training course please click the button below.
The cost is $15.

Please ensure you navigate to the COURSES FOR VOLUNTEERS section.

Ensure you complete on a DESKTOP NOT A MOBILE DEVICE.
(When completed on a mobile, your progress can be lost if the screen locks, use a desktop to avoid this.)

FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS

Are there requirements to serve

Yes. At Inspire Church, we want to create a safe environment for everyone. ● For adults (18+): Volunteers are required to complete the Volunteer Induction, hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC), and complete the Safer Churches course. ● For students (under 18): Volunteers can join through our Students Who Serve (SWS) initiative, which requires completing the Volunteer Induction.

What is Safer Churches?

Safer Churches is Inspire Church's commitment to creating safe environments for children, young people and vulnerable people through screening, training and safe ministry practices.

I only help occasionally. Do I still need a WWCC?

If your role requires a WWCC under our Safer Churches policy, you'll need one regardless of how often you serve.

Can I volunteer before completing all requirements?

No. All required screening, training and approvals must be completed before you begin serving.

What is a Working With Children Check (WWCC)?

A WWCC is a screening process that helps keep children safe by checking a person's eligibility to work or volunteer in child-related roles.

Who needs a WWCC at Inspire Church?

Anyone serving in child-related ministry or other designated leadership roles that require screening under our Safer Churches policy must hold a valid WWCC.

Who needs Safer Churches training?

Anyone serving in a ministry or leadership role that requires child safety awareness and compliance must complete Safer Churches training.

What happens if my WWCC expires?

If your WWCC expires, you won't be able to continue serving in roles that require one until it has been renewed and verified.

How does Inspire Church keep children safe?

Inspire Church follows Safer Churches practices through volunteer screening, WWCC verification, training, safe ministry procedures and ongoing compliance to help create safe environments for everyone.