Job Overview
Role type: Full Time; Continuing Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences Department/ School: Department of Social Work, School of Health Sciences Salary: Level C - $152,695 to $176,065 OR Level D - $183,254 to $202,556 p.a plus 17% super Shape the future of social work field education – lead the development of innovative field education models, expand practice-based learning, and strengthen partnerships across health, community and social service organisations.
Lead a thriving and collaborative team – foster a culture of creativity, connection and shared purpose, supporting the team to deliver outstanding student experiences and shape education that responds to the changing needs of the profession and community.
Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
In line with the **** Enterprise Agreement clause ****** & ********, the University is committed to growing the number of Continuing jobs, and to increase the proportion of Continuing employment FTE in comparison to Fixed-Term or Casual employment.
As part of this shared objective, all continuing vacancies will be advertised internally for a minimum of five working days to allow for current staff at the University to apply and be considered - ahead of external recruitment.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership for all field education activities within the Master of Social Work program.
Design, deliver and continuously improve contemporary field education curriculum and subjects aligned with accreditation requirements.
Oversee diverse, high-quality student placements, ensuring excellent supervision,



learning outcomes and risk management.
Lead, mentor and develop the field education team, fostering inclusive, collaborative and high-performing culture.
Build and sustain partnerships, research projects and sector initiatives that enhance social work education nationally.
Key Qualifications
Hold a PhD in social work or cognate discipline and AASW-eligible social work qualification.
Bring at least five years' professional social work practice experience across relevant fields or settings.
Demonstrate leadership of academic or professional teams, fostering inclusive, collaborative cultures and high-quality field education.
Excel in innovative teaching and curriculum design, particularly practice-based and field education initiatives.
Develop and disseminate impactful research or scholarship in field education, with emerging or established national profile.
Build productive partnerships with universities, professional bodies and community organisations to drive educational innovation.
Benefits
Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning




Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave, cultural leave, and menstruation and menopause leave.
Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company
Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
Diversity and Inclusion
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Chance Employer and a child-safe organisation.
The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.
We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians.
Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at ******.
Eligibility and Application Details
You must have current valid work rights for Australia.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
A Working with Children Check is required for all positions.
If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.
Applications close: 9 October 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.
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📌 Director Of Social Work Field Education (New South Wales)
🏢 University of Melbourne Employees, Location, Alumni
📍 New South Wales