Who issues Working with Children Check (SA)?

Working with Children Check (SA) is issued by Department of Human Services Screening Unit (South Australia).

Which jobs need Working with Children Check (SA)?

Jobs in this guide that ask for it: Early childhood educator, Rideshare driver, Disability support worker and Nanny.

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Working with Children Check (SA)

Issued by Department of Human Services Screening Unit (South Australia)

Screening comes before work

Care work usually needs a Working with Children Check or NDIS worker screening before you start. Your employer has to see it before your first shift.

What it is

The check you need in SA to work or volunteer with children. Issued by Department of Human Services Screening Unit (South Australia).

SourceLast checked 10 Oct 2026

How to get it

Apply online with the DHS Screening Unit. You confirm your ID and pay by card online. Volunteers do not pay. Your employer may also need to start the request.

SourceLast checked 10 Oct 2026

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Common questions

What is Working with Children Check (SA)?: The check you need in SA to work or volunteer with children. Issued by Department of Human Services Screening Unit (South Australia).
How do you get Working with Children Check (SA)?: Apply online with the DHS Screening Unit. You confirm your ID and pay by card online. Volunteers do not pay. Your employer may also need to start the request.
Who issues Working with Children Check (SA)?: Working with Children Check (SA) is issued by Department of Human Services Screening Unit (South Australia).
Which jobs need Working with Children Check (SA)?: Jobs in this guide that ask for it: Early childhood educator, Rideshare driver, Disability support worker and Nanny.