Lecturer Social Work TF

Job No.:569852

Work type:Continuing

• Continuing/Full Time Appointment/Lecturer/Level B Teaching Focussed
• Role located at La Trobe Universitys Shepparton Campus
• Salary Band $114855-$135633 including 17% Superannuation and a range of employee benefits
• Shape future curriculum and subject delivery to create a world-class student experience

About the position

La Trobe Rural Health School (LRHS) is Australias largest rural health school with campuses in Bendigo Mildura Shepparton and Albury-Wodonga. We offer a wide range of health programs and are committed to improving rural health and wellbeing through graduates and research.

Our Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) combines in-person and online learning with strong industry partnerships giving students valuable placement experiences in diverse health and human service settings. The program is focused on building social work capacity in regional and rural communities.

A Level B teaching-focused academic will work independently to design curriculum coordinate subjects teach and support student learning. The role also involves contributing to discipline administration and engaging in scholarly activities that advance learning and teaching in the field.

Some of your duties will include

• Lead curriculum design and development by creating innovative evidence-based subjects and courses that integrate employability skills promote student success and meet accreditation and policy requirements.
• Oversee student assessment processes including the preparation validation marking and moderation of assessments and provide constructive timely and fair feedback in line with university policies and procedures.
• Deliver student-focused support such as consultation and guidance to foster positive learning outcomes and address individual learning needs.
• Incorporate technology and innovative teaching methods to enhance learning in face-to-face blended and online settings.

Skills & Experience

• Postgraduate qualification such as a PhD or equivalent accreditation and standing recognised by the University/profession as appropriate for the Social Work discipline.
• Eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
• Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching curriculum development and subject coordination in face-to-face blended and/or online modes and evidenced by sustained high results on student feedback on teaching surveys teaching excellence awards peer-review of teaching formal training (eg a graduate certificate) or through other equivalent forms of evidence.
• Relevant contemporary clinical/professional experience as relevant in social work.
• Consolidated skills in the use of evidence-based practice in social work and human services and teaching and learning.

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties skills and experience required for this position.

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How to apply

Closing date: Sunday 4^th January 2026 @ 11:55pm

**Please note: This opportunity is open only to applicants who hold the full rights to work in Australia**.

Position Enquiries: Dr Lisa Hanson Head of Department of Rural Allied Health Physiotherapy La Trobe Rural Health School Email:

Recruitment Enquiries: Vicki Stavrou Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner Email:

Position Description below:

PD-Lecturer Social Work (TF)

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• A Cover letter;
• An up-to-date resume and;
• Response to Key Selection Criteria located in the position description.

Why La Trobe:

• Develop your career at an innovative global university where youll collaborate with community and industry to create impact.
• Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses the perfect hub for industry students and academics
• Help transform the lives of students partners and communities now and in future

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.