Position Details

• Continuing | Full-time
• Academic Level B | $110,127 to $130,325 pa plus 17% Super
• Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country
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About the Role
This Teaching Specialist (Clinical/Practitioner) position will contribute to excellence in teaching and learning across the suite of topics in Social Work, with a focus on Trauma Responsive Practice. The Lecturer in Social Work will be responsible for making an independent contribution to teaching and the scholarship of teaching using innovations in teaching practices and technologies to deliver excellence in teaching.

Some of the key position responsibilities for the Lecturer in Social Work will include:

• Create, coordinate and conduct inspiring teaching informed by approaches that enhance the student experience, across all levels and modes, of the College.
• Contribute to the planning and evaluation of topics, undertaking the role of Topic Coordinator as required.
• Make an independent contribution to the review, renewal, development and design of curricula and courses that are attractive to existing and new cohorts of students and that nurture creativity and critical-thinking skills.
• Provide support, academic counselling and professional advice to students concerning their studies, professional development and career opportunities.
• Make effective use of innovations and technologies in teaching practice.

About You
The successful candidate will require completion of a PhD, or equivalent qualifications and/or professional social work experience, as well as eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers. Some of the other key position capabilities of the Lecturer will include, but is not limited to:

• A minimum of five years (FTE) of post-qualifying practice experience.
• Experience of successful teaching and learning and use of innovative learning and teaching delivery and/or design, including assessment and feedback which enhance student success.
• Demonstrated understanding of the teaching/practice nexus and how this relates to professional standards, competencies and requirements.
• Evidence of professional development of teaching including peer or supervisor reviews of teaching and/or external accreditation processes.
• Demonstrated contribution to academic quality assurance processes, such as topic or course reviews.
• Experience with engagement within a relevant external professional domain and within a wider community context at local, national or international level which could include working parties, committees, professional associations and conferenced workshops.

About the College of Education, Psychology and Social Work
Through our world-class teaching and research, we equip students with the skill, commitment, and vision to protect vulnerable communities and advance human development. The College is dedicated to cultivating bright minds and inspiring innovative, passionate, and highly skilled graduates for future ready careers, and delivering connections for life.

Life at Flinders
We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world.

Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders?

• 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options
• Flexible working arrangements
• Wide range of professional development activities and services
• We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff
• Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia).

Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment
Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies.

• Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan
• Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy

Prescribed Conditions for Employment

• A valid National Police Certificate which is satisfactory to the University will also be required before the successful applicant can commence in this position.
• It is a requirement of this position that the incumbent maintain a current Working With Children Check which is satisfactory to the University in accordance with the Child Safety (Prohibited Persons) Act 2016 (SA).

How to Apply and Information

• To apply online, please visit the Jobs@Flinders website via the job portal: JR0000011771 Lecturer in Social Work.
• You are required to submit a CV, along with a Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the Key Position Capabilities of the position description.
• For more information regarding this position, please contact Mary Katsikitis.

Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACDT) on Sunday, 27 April 2025.
Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted.

At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.