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Child protection jobs

Being a Child Protection Practitioner means making real change to the lives of others – keeping children safe and families strong.

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Join Victoria’s child protection service to help keep children and young people safe and families strong.

We are looking for people at every stage of their career including graduates, career changes and those with relevant qualifications, experience, and passion to join Victoria’s child protection workforce.

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Child protection jobs - about child protection

Find out why child protection work is important and hear stories from child protection workers.

Child protection jobs - work in child protection

Learn about the different roles available in child protection, as well as salaries, benefits and office locations.

Child protection jobs - recruitment journey

What to expect and know before applying for a role with child protection.

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Work in regional Victoria

Do you currently live in regional Victoria, or have you ever thought about relocating to regional Victoria and having a positive impact on the lives of children and families?

Now is the perfect time to make that move.
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Child protection jobs - Aboriginal employment

We are committed towards Aboriginal employment by building our Aboriginal workforce and ensuring services are culturally safe and responsive.

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Child protection jobs - supporting our workforce

We offer comprehensive training plus ongoing development opportunities and access to wellbeing programs.

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Child protection jobs - employment pathways

If you are interested in a career in child protection, there are multiple pathways available to you.

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