CheckWestern Australia
Working with Children Check (WA)
Issued by Department of Communities (Western 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 WA to work or volunteer with children. Issued by Department of Communities (Western Australia).
SourceLast checked 10 Oct 2026
How to get it
Apply in person at an Australia Post outlet, with the form signed by your organisation. You can renew online through a WWC Account. Paid workers and volunteers pay different fees.
SourceLast checked 10 Oct 2026
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Common questions
- What is Working with Children Check (WA)?
- The check you need in WA to work or volunteer with children. Issued by Department of Communities (Western Australia).
- How do you get Working with Children Check (WA)?
- Apply in person at an Australia Post outlet, with the form signed by your organisation. You can renew online through a WWC Account. Paid workers and volunteers pay different fees.
- Who issues Working with Children Check (WA)?
- Working with Children Check (WA) is issued by Department of Communities (Western Australia).
- Which jobs need Working with Children Check (WA)?
- Jobs in this guide that ask for it: Early childhood educator, Disability support worker and Nanny.