Job Description
Company Description
Acknowledge Education is entering an exciting new chapter. With a refreshed leadership team and a renewed focus on innovation, growth, and student success, we are building on our 139-year legacy to shape the future of higher education and VET in Australia.
We deliver programs across health & community services, social work, engineering design & construction, hospitality, and the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), with campuses in Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, Brisbane, and Adelaide. Each year we support more than 8,000 students to achieve their goals.
Now, under new leadership, we are strengthening our academic vision, deepening industry connections, and investing in our people. If you’re looking to make an impact in an organisation with momentum, this is the right time to join us.
Job Description
About the Role
Sessional, Full time
Are you an experienced Case Worker, Social Worker, Youth Worker, Psychologist, Counsellor or Community Welfare Worker with experience in higher education and who is interested in passing on your knowledge to the next generation of workers?
Join our dynamic Community Services academic team and play a key role in teaching the next generation of first-class community service workers! You'll be essential in delivering engaging, high-quality education to our Bachelor of Community Services students, helping them build and refine the skills they need to excel in their careers.
Key Responsibilities include:
Lecturing, teaching, assessing and marking Bachelor of Community Services students.
Maintain accurate records of student attendance, progress and assessments.
Teaching lecture and tutorial classes.
Engage in teaching evaluations, maintaining professional development and pursuing new teaching methodologies and strategies.
Provide timely, comprehensive marking and feedback to students on all unit learning outcomes.
Identify and monitor students who are at risk of failing and organise necessary student support efforts for the students.
Respond to student emails and queries at a timely manner.
Maintain high professional and ethical conduct, including high standards of self- management, resilience and collaborative behaviours.
Preferred: teaching and practical experience in one or more of the following subjects: Working with Young People; Case Management, ******* and Other Drugs; Mental Health; and Family and Domestic Violence.
Qualifications
About You
Post Graduate qualification in Social Work, Community Services, Psychology, Counselling, or related fields
Industry experience in the human welfare sector.
Strong understanding of theory and practice
Excellent presentation and leadership skills
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.
Acknowledge Education is entering an exciting new chapter. With a refreshed leadership team and a renewed focus on innovation, growth, and student success, we are building on our 139-year legacy to shape the future of higher education and VET in Australia.
We deliver programs across health & community services, social work, engineering design & construction, hospitality, and the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), with campuses in Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, Brisbane, and Adelaide. Each year we support more than 8,000 students to achieve their goals.
Now, under new leadership, we are strengthening our academic vision, deepening industry connections, and investing in our people. If you’re looking to make an impact in an organisation with momentum, this is the right time to join us.
Job Description
About the Role
Sessional, Full time
Are you an experienced Case Worker, Social Worker, Youth Worker, Psychologist, Counsellor or Community Welfare Worker with experience in higher education and who is interested in passing on your knowledge to the next generation of workers?
Join our dynamic Community Services academic team and play a key role in teaching the next generation of first-class community service workers! You'll be essential in delivering engaging, high-quality education to our Bachelor of Community Services students, helping them build and refine the skills they need to excel in their careers.
Key Responsibilities include:
Lecturing, teaching, assessing and marking Bachelor of Community Services students.
Maintain accurate records of student attendance, progress and assessments.
Teaching lecture and tutorial classes.
Engage in teaching evaluations, maintaining professional development and pursuing new teaching methodologies and strategies.
Provide timely, comprehensive marking and feedback to students on all unit learning outcomes.
Identify and monitor students who are at risk of failing and organise necessary student support efforts for the students.
Respond to student emails and queries at a timely manner.
Maintain high professional and ethical conduct, including high standards of self- management, resilience and collaborative behaviours.
Preferred: teaching and practical experience in one or more of the following subjects: Working with Young People; Case Management, ******* and Other Drugs; Mental Health; and Family and Domestic Violence.
Qualifications
About You
Post Graduate qualification in Social Work, Community Services, Psychology, Counselling, or related fields
Industry experience in the human welfare sector.
Strong understanding of theory and practice
Excellent presentation and leadership skills
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.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Lecturer - Community Services position is now open for candidates interested in the Teacher Jobs sector. This role in Surry Hills offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Teacher Jobs is a plus.
