Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Pedagogy

(Identified Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander position)

School of Education

Continuing, full-time

$107,734 - $127,683 per annum (Level B)

$131,671 - $151,624 per annum (Level C)

Plus 17% employer superannuation

Salary packaging options are available

20 days family and domestic violence leave available per annum

20 days gender affirmation leave per annum

10 days Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and ceremonial leave per annum

4 weeks annual leave plus Christmas week shutdown, per annum

Relocation assistance provided

Applicants must have appropriate Australian work rights for the duration of this position (UNE will not provide sponsorship for this position)

Acknowledgement of Country

This position is an identified Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander position as it is a genuine occupational requirement that this position be filled by an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander lived experience, cultural knowledge, community connection or capability is essential to this role.

The University of New England Aboriginal-Employment-Strategy-2025-2029 provides a platform to improve employment outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The UNE Employment Strategy will guide the development of action and approaches that support culturally aware workplaces and practices, improved employment opportunities, career development options, including academic career paths, for current and prospective Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students.

Genuinely consulting and collaborating with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities where UNE conducts its business is an integral part of UNE. Adopting a strengths-based approach by consulting with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community in the design, delivery and evaluation of strategies that build on and enhance the capacity of the local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and further solidify our working relationships with them.

About the role

As a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Pedagogy, you will work with a highly productive team who teach in undergraduate and postgraduate courses. The successful candidate will join a team who work with State Departments of Education, educational leaders, teachers, pre-service teachers, and school students in research partnerships and engagements that support initial teacher education and the ongoing improvement of curriculum, pedagogy and policy in schools. You will develop a new key leadership role in the area of pedagogy at UNE and nationally. Your specific responsibilities include leading initiatives in pedagogy across UNE and/or locally/nationally.

About you

For Level B candidates, you will have enrolled in a doctorate and progressed a significant way towards the successful completion.

For Level C candidates, you will have a doctoral qualification in a discipline or topic relevant to pedagogy.

Both Level B and C will have a formal teaching qualification alongside demonstrated school teaching experience in this field, as well as previous demonstrated leadership in a school setting.

Both Level B and C will embody values and behaviours, demonstrating collegiality, capability to communicate with a range of stakeholders, and a commitment to excellence in teaching, research and service.

Both Level B and C will need to demonstrate a high degree of insight in a broad range of into pedagogical theories and the contemporary Learning and Teaching issues faced by schools.

Level C candidates will have a track record of publications in a related education field.

Experience in supervising higher degree research candidates, and mentoring and support early career academics is expected for Level C candidates only.

About the Faculty

The Faculty of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences and Education (HASSE) achieves excellence through focusing on quality in all that we do, offering an environment where staff are safe, welcomed, and respected; valued through self-development, participation and engagement. The Faculty of HASSE offers innovative programs across a range of disciplines and professions, underpinned by the University’s commitment to provide excellent teaching, flexible and outstanding learning facilities and a first-rate student learning experience. The Faculty consists of the Schools: School of Education and the School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (HASS). Further information can be found on the website: Faculty of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences and Education.

About Armidale

Armidale is an attractive and vibrant city that combines all the features of a bustling regional town centre with the tranquility of rural living. It boasts gourmet restaurants and cafes, boutique shopping, quality schools and sporting facilities. Surrounded by mountain gorges, waterfalls and national parks, Armidale’s natural beauty and distinct seasons make it an ideal place to live and thrive. To find out more, visit https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/experience

Enquiries and additional information

To discuss this role please contact Professor Sue Gregory, Head of School, Education, phone: 02 6773 5054, email: [email protected].

Closing Date: 11:59pm, Wednesday, 14 May 2025

Reference No: 225051

Please visit www.une.edu.au/jobs-at-une for further information about this position and other career opportunities at UNE.

To Apply

Submit your application through www.une.edu.au/jobs-at-une and refer to vacancy ref 225051.

Your application should be comprised of:

Covering letter;

Responses to selection criteria (as per the position statement);

Current CV;

Documentation that supports your identification as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

Commitment to Inclusion and Diversity

UNE is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians with disability, those who are mature age and in the LGBTQIA+ community.

About Our Process

At UNE, we are committed to employing individuals who meet the requirements of this role and align with our values. All applicants will be contacted and advised of an outcome. The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencing in this role as indicated in the position statement. Please visit our Privacy Statement to understand how your information is collected, stored, accessed and used.

National Police Check

If you are the successful candidate for this role you will be required to provide UNE with a National Police Check prior to your commencement. Please note that people with criminal records are NOT automatically barred from applying for this position (unless there is a particular requirement under law).