Lecturer-Field Education Coordinator

1 week ago


Crawley, Western Australia, United Kingdom Current staff Full time £118,150 - £139,812 per year

Social Work and Social Policy

  • Full-time appointment on a tenurable basis.
  • Base salary range: Level B, $118,150 – $139,812 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The School of Health and Clinical Sciences at The University of Western Australia is a research-intensive academic organisation giving material expression to the belief that excellence in research underpins excellence in teaching and community partnerships.  The Department of Social Work and Social Policy is located in the School and offers a two-year postgraduate Master of Social Work, a four-year undergraduate Bachelor of Social Work along with Higher Degree by Research options

About the opportunity

  • Sourcing and securing student field placements for the Master and Bachelor of Social Work.
  • Extensive practice experience and strong networks within the health and human service sectors
  • Deliver quality teaching and unit coordination in social work

About you

  • At least five years social work practice experience in a relevant industry setting.
  • High-level self-management skills with the ability to efficiently work on multiple tasks simultaneously and meet required deadlines.
  • Experience in the supervision of social work students on field placements.
  • Knowledge of and strong networks within the health and human services sectors.
  • Experience in the provision of placements in a tertiary environment including ability to develop appropriate systems and processes.

Position description:  PD - Lecturer (Social Work and Social Policy) -

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Professor Stephan Lund at

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 4 January 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia's top university.

Learn more about us.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.



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