Lecturer - Social Work

Job Reference: About the Role Curtin School of Allied Health is currently seeking a dedicated Lecturer to join our team and make a difference in the field of social work . In this position, the ideal candidate will play a vital role in unit coordination, fieldwork, and teaching, as well as have relevant expertise and practical experience in social work, particularly in mental health. If you are passionate about social work, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our dedicated team at Curtin University. Your expertise and commitment will help us shape the future of social work education. Responsibilities Design and conduct engaging learning activities across various formats (online, face‑to‑face) to enhance student learning outcomes. Collaborate with colleagues to innovate curriculum and develop effective learning materials, while assessing student needs and providing necessary support. Supervise honours and postgraduate students, maintaining awareness of current discipline practices and contributing to professional development in higher education. Manage administrative tasks related to course delivery, including assessment moderation, and ensure that curricular innovations accommodate diverse student needs for a successful university experience. Selection Criteria A doctoral qualification in Social Work (or equivalent accreditation and professional standing for a Teaching Academic role). Demonstrated high‑level teaching skills and a reflective approach to teaching delivery. A strong understanding of pedagogical theory and contemporary educational practice relevant to the discipline. An emerging record of contribution to scholarship in teaching. Demonstrated experience/capacity to undertake unit coordination. Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal and organisational skills with a commitment to the development of a collegial and supportive working environment and the ability to interact with students and staff with cross‑cultural sensitivity. Demonstrated commitment to the application of relevant and applicable policies, procedures and legislation in the day‑to‑day performance of the functions of this position. Role Requirements As this is a continuing (permanent) role, you will require permanent work rights in Australia to be considered. This is a part‑time role (0.6 FTE); the preferred working days are Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, but this is open for discussion. Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction. About Curtin University We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page – What We Offer You Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more. For more information, check out our benefits pageFor more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit Application Requirements Updated Resume Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria for the role. If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team at or ***(option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address. Applications close: 8.30pm (AWST), 31 January 2026. Late applications or applications received via email will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted. Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time. Curtin reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert. #J-18808-Ljbffr