Child Protection Casework NSW - Soon to be Grad

Hey!

I am graduating in December of this year with a Bachelor of Criminology and Psychological Science. I am planning to apply for the Child Protection Caseworker role. First, what is the success rate to getting the role? It has been reiterated during my studies from uni staff that getting the job is easy but is that really true? Obviously not relying on this to get the job however I am just curious. Second, are they reliant on having prior experience? Last year I completed my student placement working for Justice Advocacy Service, I loved it and have good relations with the team but this is my only relevant experience. Finally, the application advises final year uni students to apply in their last semester, I may be overthinking this but I am in my mid year break, should I apply now? or wait until I am technically in my final semester?

Big thanks to anyone who helps! Sincerely from an overthinker who thinks they should be further ahead than they are.