Fieldwork Placement Coordinator - Community Services

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

Benefits offered by this job

PD allowance 1500

Health insurance discount

Growth opportunities

Supportive team

UP Education group

Job summary

Acknowledge Education is seeking a Fieldwork Placement Coordinator for its Community Services program, based in Sydney. The role is permanent full time and focuses on coordinating student fieldwork, supporting industry partnerships, and contributing to teaching and assessment within higher education.

You will work with academic teams and external agencies to prepare graduates for professional practice, ensure compliance, and support student success.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification (AQF Level 8+) in Community Services, Welfare Work, Human Services, Social Work or a related discipline.
• At least three years of post-qualification industry experience in Community Services or Social Work.
• Strong understanding of theory, practice and professional expectations of the community services sector.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills, with ability to coordinate competing priorities.
• Willingness to undertake at least 20 hours of continuing professional development each year.
• Experience in fieldwork placement coordination or higher education program delivery is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate fieldwork placements for Community Services students and match them with agencies.
• Develop and maintain teaching materials, deliver engaging learning experiences, provide timely feedback to students and support assessment.
• Prepare students for professional practice, monitor progress and address concerns with relevant staff.
• Maintain accurate placement and assessment records and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Build effective working relationships with placement agencies, supervisors and academic colleagues to strengthen placement processes.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Coordinating priorities

Stakeholder management

Education

Postgraduate qualification (AQF 8+) in Community Services or related discipline

Job description

Fieldwork Placement Coordinator - Community Services

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

Are you an experienced Community Services professional looking to make a meaningful impact on the next generation of practitioners? We are seeking a Fieldwork Placement Coordinator to coordinate student placements, support industry partnerships, and contribute to high-quality teaching and learning within our Community Services program that prepare our graduates for real-world success.

About the role:

• Permanent, Full Time
• Based on Oxford St, Surry Hills

Coordinate fieldwork placements for Community Services students while contributing to teaching, assessment and student support. Work with academic teams and industry partners to prepare students for professional practice and ensure placement and academic requirements are met.

Key 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.

Qualifications

About you

You are an experienced Community Services, Human Services, Welfare Work or Social Work professional who is passionate about developing future practitioners. You bring a strong understanding of industry practice, a collaborative approach and the ability to support students as they transition into professional environments.

You will ideally have:

• A postgraduate qualification (AQF Level 8 or above) in Community Services, Welfare Work, Human Services, Social Work or a related discipline.
• At least three years of relevant post-qualification industry experience in Community Services, Human Services, Human Welfare or Social Work.
• A 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.
• A commitment to high professional and ethical standards, student engagement and continuous improvement.
• A willingness to undertake at least 20 hours of continuing professional development each year.

Experience in fieldwork placement coordination, tertiary teaching, academic assessment or higher education program delivery will be highly regarded, but is not a requirement.If you have strong community services industry experience and are looking to move into Higher Education, this role is for you.

Additional Information

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/

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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.