About AE

Acknowledge Education is entering an exciting new chapter. With a refreshed leadership team and a renewed focus on innovation, growth, and student success, we are building on our 139-year legacy to shape the future of higher education and VET in Australia.

We deliver programs across health & community services, social work, engineering design & construction, hospitality, and the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), with campuses in Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, Brisbane, and Adelaide. Each year we support more than 8,000 students to achieve their goals.

Job Description

As a Lecturer of Master of Social Work (Qualifying), you will be responsible for the ongoing development, improvement, and delivery of the program, while ensuring compliance with the Higher Education Standards Framework. You will work to ensure that a high-quality, student‑centric experience is provided. In this role, you will be expected to map to the units delivered in program. Staying abreast with current and emerging principles and best practices will play a key part to your success. Working from home during non-teaching hours is an option for this position.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop and conduct face to face teaching and student engagement sessions and learning materials.
- Develop learning materials including study guides, webinars, and assessment instructions for assigned subjects.
- Provide study assistance to students in the following modes: face‑to‑face, via the LMS, over the phone, or via email.
- Encourage the engagement of students in their studies.
- Marking student assessments in accordance with assessment and moderation policies.




- Identifying and liaising with students at risk and establishing individual learning plans as needed.
- Maintaining subject sites on the Learning Management System.

Qualifications

- PhD in Social Work (completed or in progress) OR a Masters in Social Work with 5 years of teaching experience.
- Eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
- Demonstrated experience in the development of tertiary subject curricula and teaching materials.
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate and administer the successful delivery of tertiary subjects.
- High professional and ethical conduct, resilience, and a collaborative approach to both teaching and industry engagement.
- A strong understanding of social work theory and practice.

Why join AE

- Opportunities to grow within the organisation
- $1,500 annual professional development allowance
- Incredibly committed and supportive team of student‑centric professionals
- Health insurance discounts through Bupa
- Be part of a fast‑moving, agile private provider where decisions turn into action quickly
- Acknowledge Education is part of UP Education group – a leading education provider:

Questions about your identity help us appreciate the diversity of individuals looking to work with us, ensuring we’re attracting applications from people with identities and perspectives that are as diverse as our students.

We are an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to equity, we work to ensure a fair and consistent interview process. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to an inclusive work setting.

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📌 Lecturer - Social Work (Melbourne)
🏢 Acknowledge Education
📍 Melbourne