Senior Lecturer (Deputy Director, Field Education)
Share
Job Location:
Monthly Salary:
Posted on:
Vacancies:
Job Summary
- Part-time (0.8 FTE) appointment on an ongoing basis.
- Base salary range: Level C $144143 $165809 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
The School of Health and Clinical Sciences at The University of Western Australia is a research
intensive academic organisation giving material expression to the belief that excellence in
research underpins excellence in teaching and community partnerships. The school has a
reputation for a strong evidence-based approach to research and education that is used for
policy and practice development.
About the opportunity
- Help to lead the Field Education team to source and secure student field placements for the Master of Social Work and Bachelor of Social Work.
- Deliver quality teaching and unit coordination in social work
- Work with the Leadership Team to ensure creativity innovation and sustainability in Field Education
About you
- A Bachelors degree or equivalent higher qualification.
- At least five years social work practice experience in a relevant industry setting.
- High-level leadership and management skills with the ability to efficiently work on multiple tasks simultaneously and meet required deadlines.
- Experience in the supervision of social work students on field placements.
- Knowledge of and strong networks within the health and human services sectors.
Note: A current National Police Clearance Certificate Finance Check Working with Children Check will be required by the successful applicant.
Position description: Senior Lecturer (Social Work and Social Policy) -
To learn more about this opportunity please contact Professor Stephan Lund at
How to apply
Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria please visit Addressing the selection criteria.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Friday 14 November 2025
This position is only open to Current UWA staff
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people women those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds the LGBTIQA community and people living with disability.
If you require any reasonable adjustments we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.
If you have queries relating to your application please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively please contact the Talent team at with details of your query. To enable a quick response please include the 6-digit job reference number.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Classroom Experience
- Education Administration
- Lesson Planning
- Special Education
- Adult Education
- Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Administrative Experience
- Leadership Experience
- Program Development
- Supervising Experience
