Job Description

National Academy of Professional Studies - Sydney CBD NSW

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Teach, Lead and Shape the Future of Social Work Education

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The National Academy of Skilled Studies (NAPS) is seeking passionate, experienced, and academically accomplished educators to join our growing Bachelor of Social Work team.

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This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the preparation of future social workers through high-quality teaching, scholarship, curriculum development, and academic leadership. You'll join a cooperative academic community committed to student success, innovation in teaching and learning, research and scholarship contributions and maintaining the highest professional and academic standards.

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Appointments may be made at either Lecturer or Senior Lecturer level, depending on qualifications, experience, academic leadership, and demonstrated contribution to teaching, scholarship, and the profession.

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About the Role

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As Lecturer/Senior Lecturer you will contribute to the delivery, coordination, continuous improvement, and quality assurance of the Bachelor of Social Work program.

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The role will involve teaching across face-to-face and online learning environments, developing engaging curriculum and assessment materials, supporting student success, and contributing to scholarship, research, and broader academic activities.

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You'll play an important role in ensuring graduates are equipped with the professional knowledge, skills, and ethical foundations required for contemporary social work practice.

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About You

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To be successful in this role, you will have:

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A Masters or PhD in Social Work, with relevant postgraduate research qualifications.

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Eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).

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A current Working with Children Check, or willingness to obtain one.

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Demonstrated experience teaching and coordinating units within a higher education environment.

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Experience designing, developing and reviewing curriculum, learning resources, assessments, and teaching materials.

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Experience delivering high-quality learning experiences in both online and face-to-face settings.

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Contemporary social work practice experience and the ability to integrate theory and practice in teaching.

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A commitment to student-centred learning and excellence in teaching and learning.

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Evidence of scholarly activity, research, publications, professional engagement, or other forms of academic contribution.

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Experience supervising student placements, research projects, and/or honours students.

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Robust organisational, administrative, and time-management skills.

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Demonstrated experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse student cohorts and the ability to foster inclusive, supportive, and student-centred learning environments.

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A commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement.

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Key Responsibilities

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As a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer, you will:

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Deliver engaging and contemporary teaching within the Bachelor of Social Work program.

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Coordinate units and contribute to course development and enhancement.

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Design, develop, review, and maintain curriculum, assessment, and learning materials.

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Lead or contribute to curriculum renewal and continuous improvement initiatives.

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Ensure teaching and assessment practices align with contemporary pedagogical approaches and regulatory requirements.

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Support student learning, academic progression, and professional development.

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Supervise student placements, research projects, and honours students where appropriate.

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Engage in scholarship, research, and professional practice activities relevant to the discipline.

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Contribute to academic quality assurance, accreditation, and compliance requirements.

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Participate in course reviews, curriculum innovation, and the development of recent learning opportunities.

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Assist with assessment moderation and the finalisation of academic results.

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Contribute to academic governance activities, committees, and faculty meetings.

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Maintain compliance with TEQSA, CRICOS, Higher Education Standards Framework requirements, and AASW accreditation standards.

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Contribute to a collegial, inclusive, and high-performing academic culture.

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Why Join NAPS?

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At NAPS, we are committed to creating an environment where talented educators can thrive. As a growing higher education provider, we offer the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to student success while helping shape innovative and industry-relevant academic programs.

📌 Lecturer / Senior Lecturer - Social Work (New South Wales)
🏢 National Academy of Professional Studies
📍 New South Wales