Role type: Full Time; ContinuingFaculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health SciencesDepartment/ School: Department of Social Work, School of Health SciencesSalary: Level C
- $152,695 to $176,065 OR Level D
- $183,254 to $202,556 p.a plus 17% superShape the future of social work field education / drive innovative practice-based learning / strengthen sector-wide partnershipsApply now to lead a collaborative team delivering outstanding student experiences and future-focused social work education.
Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
The University of MelbourneWe take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website.
Your next career opportunityIn this role, you will lead field education across our accredited Master of Social Work.
You will design transformative placement experiences in partnership with students, educators and diverse community organisations.
You will also build a distinctive research program advancing innovation in professional practice education.
What you will deliver: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.




You may be a great fit if you: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 creative 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.
For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer
youWe offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of advantages to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:Build future financial security with 17% superannuationSupportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-beingCareer development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn LearningProgressive, 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 CompanyHealth and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance ProgramYour new teamYou will join the Department of Social Work in the School of Health Sciences, within the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences. Our academic team is committed to social justice, ethical practice and innovative, evidence-informed education. We work closely with an extensive network of community, health and human service partners across diverse practice settings. You will be supported to lead, collaborate and grow your academic career in a collegial, inclusive environment.
Be YourselfThe University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity 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. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.
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📌 Director of Social Work Field Education (Melbourne)
🏢 University Of Melbourne
📍 Melbourne