Academic Support Officer

Job Description

• Fix Term Contract - Finishing Sept 2026 (Maternity Leave Cover)
• Full Time

We’re seeking an Academic Student Support Officer to assist students in developing their academic skills, improving communication, and understanding academic integrity. You’ll work closely with Course Coordinators and teaching staff to identify student needs, deliver workshops, and process Academic Misconduct cases in line with AE policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver workshops on academic skills and integrity.
• Support students referred by Course Coordinators through learning plans and progress monitoring.
• Process Academic Misconduct cases following AE policy.
• Collaborate with staff to enhance student academic outcomes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and report on student support activities.
• Refer students to appropriate internal services when needed.

Qualifications

About You

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time management and ability to prioritise.
• Confident using technology and learning platforms.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience supporting students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
• Proficient in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Master’s degree in TESOL, Education or a related field.

Desirable

• Experience in academic support or tertiary teaching.
• Understanding of academic integrity principles and student learning needs.

Additional Information

Why join AE 

Now is the perfect time to join Acknowledge Education. With a refreshed leadership team and a renewed focus on innovation and growth, we’re building something special — and you can be part of it. 

• 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: https://www.up.education/ 

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 environment.