Fieldwork Education Coordinator - Grow Impact in Community

Acknowledge Education Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities to grow within the organ

$1,500 annual professional development

Student-centric team

Health insurance discounts via Bupa

Fast-moving agile provider environment

Job summary

Acknowledge Education is seeking an experienced Fieldwork Placement Coordinator to manage student fieldwork placements within the Community Services program, collaborating with academic teams and industry partners to ensure placement and academic requirements are met.

Based in Surry Hills, this permanent, full-time role focuses on coordinating placements, supporting teaching and assessment, and preparing graduates for professional practice in community services.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification (AQF Level 8+) in Community Services, Welfare Work, Human Services, Social Work or a related discipline.
• Minimum three years of relevant post-qualification industry experience in Community Services, Human Services, Human Welfare or Social Work.
• Strong understanding of the theory, practice and professional expectations of the community services sector.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills, with the ability to coordinate competing priorities and work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Commitment to high professional and ethical standards, student engagement and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Assess placement requirements, coordinate student-to-agency matching, deliver placement inductions and work with industry partners to support successful placement experiences.
• Develop and maintain relevant teaching materials, deliver engaging learning experiences, support assessment and provide timely, constructive feedback to students.
• Prepare students for professional practice, monitor student progress, identify students requiring additional support and collaborate with relevant staff to address concerns.
• Maintain accurate placement and assessment records, ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and accreditation requirements, and contribute to moderation and continuous improvement activities.
• Build effective working relationships with placement agencies, supervisors and academic colleagues to strengthen placement processes and enhance student outcomes.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Collaborative approach

Education

AQF Level 8+ postgraduate qualification in Community Services/Human Services/Social Work

Job description

Acknowledge Education is seeking an experienced Fieldwork Placement Coordinator to manage student fieldwork placements within the Community Services program, collaborating with academic teams and industry partners to ensure placement and academic requirements are met.

Based in Surry Hills, this permanent, full-time role focuses on coordinating placements, supporting teaching and assessment, and preparing graduates for professional practice in community services.