About Safeguarding Services

Safeguarding Services supports safe, ethical and compliant organisations across Australia and the world. We are specialists in safeguarding investigations and consulting for organisations that care for children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Our work combines in-depth investigative expertise with practical consulting and training, enabling leaders to respond to incidents, prevent harm, and build confident safeguarding cultures.

Our Mission

To make safeguarding second nature.

At the heart of our work is the belief that every person, especially those at risk, deserves to be safe, respected, and supported. Safeguarding is more than compliance; it is an ethical obligation that speaks to organisational integrity, leadership and culture. We help organisations meet their duty of care with clarity, confidence and compassion, creating environments where harm is prevented, safety is prioritised, and all people can thrive.

Our Story

Safeguarding Services was founded by Simon Davies, a nationally awarded investigator and internationally recognised safeguarding specialist with over 30 years of experience across criminal, civil, military and canon law domains. Since 2017, we have supported schools, faith-based organisations, disability providers, out-of-home care providers, aged care and government bodies nationwide, earning trust through the quality and integrity of our work.

Our Approach

We take an evidence-informed, trauma-informed, and practical approach to every engagement, pairing independent investigations with prevention, policy, and leadership capabilities.

Our Commitments

Purpose-driven organisations choose us for specialist depth and dependable delivery.

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Specialist

Safeguarding is our sole focus

Experienced

Hundreds of investigations and thousands trained

Trauma-informed

Dignity and recovery are prioritised in every engagement

Inclusive & accessible

Culturally responsive practice with translation and inclusive design

Data secure

Microsoft 365 environment with strict data handling and encryption protocols

Trusted

Preferred provider for governments, faith organisations, schools and disability providers

Meet our People

Our Team

Safeguarding Services is built on a multidisciplinary team with backgrounds in law enforcement, education, disability, professional standards, governance and human resources — giving a 360-degree view of safeguarding in practice.

Work With Us

If you are experienced in investigations, consulting or HR and share our values of integrity, empathy and excellence, explore opportunities on our Careers page.

Contact Us

Speak with our team about how we can support your organisation.

Call 1800 227 672 or enquire online.