• Support students with workplace learning course components
• Coordinate and convene workplace learning subjects
• Establish and supervise quality workplace learning opportunities
• Directly impact the student experience through the integration of practice and theory

The Role

• Fixed Term (up to 3 years)
• 2.4 FTE available
• Level B - $100,476 to $119,121 pa FTE (plus 17% superannuation)
• Port Macquarie or Wagga Wagga (preferred), Sydney (Remote Work)

A number of opportunities currently exist to facilitate student access to quality workplace learning opportunities to assist in the preparation of reflective and ethical professionals.

Charles Sturt leads the way for undergraduate and postgraduate employment in Australia in the field of social work. Our good performance is a testament to the currency of our degree programs and the effectiveness of our workplace learning, industry engagement and initiatives. This position will play a key role in delivering workplace learning via face-to-face liaison and supervision and online teaching and will coordinate workplace learning opportunities.

A number of full time and part time positions are currently available with a preference for the successful candidate(s) to be based on one of our regional campuses. We will consider applicants from the Newcastle/ Sydney/ Wollongong area who may be interested in working with us remotely.

Eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) is an essential requirement of this position.

To be successful you will have:

• A masters qualification relevant to social work or equivalent accreditation and standing
• Eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
• Minimum of five years (FTE) post-qualifying experience in social work or human services
• Ability to build strong partnerships, networks, and relationships with a clear understanding of workplace learning in social work

Application Requirements

Applicants are expected to apply online and address the selection criteria in the position description. If you experience difficulties applying online or for further information on completing the application process please visit our how to apply page or contact us.

About Us

Charles Sturt University is a young and growing university committed to developing far-sighted people who help their communities grow and flourish. We make a significant contribution to the prosperity and vibrancy of our rural and regional communities, with a reach and impact across Australia and internationally. We work together with industry, communities and students to create new thinking, inspire each other and make a positive and progressive contribution to the world.

The Faculty of Arts and Education is one of three Faculties within the University. Schools and Centres offer a diversity of courses in education, communication, creative industries, social work and human services, library and information studies, theology, humanities, Indigenous Australian studies and Islamic studies.

With approximately 9,000 online students and 3,000 on-campus students, the Faculty is an innovator in online and blended learning modes. Over 200 academic staff deliver distinctive courses and are supported by a skilled team of professional staff. On-campus courses are delivered at the University’s Wagga Wagga, Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst, Dubbo, and Port Macquarie campuses, and at other locations including Sydney and Canberra.

Academic staff within the Faculty undertake high quality, impactful research that engages with governments and professional organisations, nationally, internationally and in regional communities, ensuring excellent supervision for Higher Degree Research students. 

Charles Sturt University offers a great work-life balance, professional development opportunities and generous financial benefits.

Charles Sturt University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. This is demonstrated through our Workplace Gender Equality Agency Employer of Choice Citation and our Athena SWAN Bronze Institutional Award. Charles Sturt is also a participating member of the Australian Workplace Equality Index. Applications are encouraged from Indigenous Australians; people with a disability; women (particularly for senior and non-traditional roles); people who identify as LGBTIQA+; and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

This position is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents; or applicants who hold a current valid work visa commensurate with this position.

Further Information

Additional information is available in the Position Description or by contacting:

Lisa Campbell | Associate Head of School (Workplace Learning and Partnerships) | licampbell@csu.edu.au | Ph: (02) 6933 4166

Closing Date: 11 pm, 14 November 2021