Associate Lecturer in Social Work

Position Details 

• Fixed term until Dec 2026 | Full-Time  
• Academic Level A | $88,842 to $107,666 plus 17% superannuation
• Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country
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About the Role 

We have an exciting opportunity within the College of Education, Psychology and Social Work as the Associate Lecturer in Social Work (Teaching Specialist (Academic)). As the successful candidate, you will be responsible for contributing to the preparation and delivery of the College’s Social Work topics using innovative and contemporary teaching practices and technologies, with support and guidance from a more senior academic.

This position will also be involved in field education ensuring integration of curriculum (practice skills), and continuous review and improvement according to the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) standards.

Some of the key responsibilities of the position include:

• Create, coordinate and conduct lectures, tutorials, practical classes, demonstrations, workshops and assess students enrolled in Social Work topics of the College.
• Contribute to the field education topics across the discipline.
• Contribute to the planning and evaluation of these topics.
• Assist in the development of topic and course materials with appropriate guidance from Course Coordinators and/or Senior Academic Staff.
• Provide support, academic counselling and professional advice to students concerning their studies, professional development and career opportunities.
• Make effective use of innovations and technologies in teaching practice.
• Maintain professional knowledge relevant to teaching within their discipline through scholarship and professional development.

About You 

To be successful, you will have completed a Bachelor of Social Work and/or a Master of Social Work (qualifying) degree, or equivalent qualification and experience in an area relevant to Social Work. You will also have eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) and post- qualifying practice experience.

Some of the key position capabilities of the role include:

• Demonstrated evidence of making a contribution to teaching and the scholarship of teaching at the discipline level, including involvement in curriculum development and teaching methodology.
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills, including the demonstrated ability to establish effective relationships with staff and students.
• Demonstrated experience applying innovative approaches to pedagogy and/or curriculum design.

About the College/Portfolio: 

Through our world-class teaching and research, we equip students with the skill, commitment, and vision to protect vulnerable communities and advance human development. The College of Education, Psychology and Social Work is dedicated to cultivating bright minds and inspiring innovative, passionate, and highly skilled graduates for future ready careers, and delivering connections for life.  

Life at Flinders 

We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world. 

Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders? 

• 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options 
• Flexible working arrangements 
• Wide range of professional development activities and services 
• We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff 
• Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia). 

Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment 

Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.  We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies. 

• Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan  
• Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy 

Prescribed Conditions for Employment

• A valid National Police Certificate which is satisfactory to the University will also be required before the successful applicant can commence in this position. 
• It is a requirement of this position that the incumbent maintain a current Working With Children Check which is satisfactory to the University in accordance with the Child Safety (Prohibited Persons) Act 2016 (SA). 

How to Apply and Information 

• You are required to submit a CV, along with a Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the Key Position Capabilities of the position description.
• For more information regarding this position, please contact Professor Kathomi Gatwiri at [email protected].  

Applications to be submitted before 10:00pm (ACST) on Sunday, 28 September 2025.  

Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted. 

At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. 

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At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.

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