Lecturer, Health and Physical Education (TF)

La Trobe University; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 119,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

La Trobe University in Melbourne is seeking a Lecturer in Health and Physical Education to contribute to the School of Education’s strategic aims and develop high-quality teaching programs. The role requires a PhD or equivalent and experience in pedagogy, curriculum design, and industry collaboration.

We offer a full-time continuing appointment with a Level B salary and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusive education. Applicants must have full work rights in Australia.

Qualifications

• Completion of a PhD or equivalent accreditation and standing recognised by the University/profession as appropriate for the relevant discipline area.
• Demonstrated experience in pedagogy and teacher practice and a sophisticated understanding of current research and trends that inform quality pedagogy in a range of learning environments to drive change.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in developing innovative curriculum using evidence-based approaches for quality learning opportunities.
• Sophisticated ability to engage with industry leaders in education to develop opportunities for course and research collaborations.

Skills

Pedagogy expertise

Curriculum development

Industry collaboration

Education

PhD or equivalent accreditation

Job description

Lecturer, Health and Physical Education (TF)

• Contribute to the School of Education’s strategic vision and help bring its goals to life
• Full Time, continuing position
• Salary range Level B - $118,530 - $139,974 plus 17% superannuation

About the position

La Trobe University’s School of Education is leading a once-in-a-generation transformation in teacher education and education innovation. By 2030, we will be recognised as Australia’s national leader – and among the world’s top 150 – for teacher education, research, and impact.

Our School is structured into three collaborative departments — Learning Sciences & Emerging Technologies, Professional Practice & Wellbeing, and Social Equity & Inclusion — reflecting our commitment to connecting research, teaching, and partnerships to create meaningful change in classrooms and communities.

The position holder will have a strong understanding of current issues and research that impact contemporary teacher practice and pedagogy, with a specific focus on Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) and/or Higher School Certificate (HSC) Health and Physical Education. A focus on evidence-based strategies including the learning sciences is highly desirable. Demonstrated experience in developing high-quality teaching and learning programs underpinned by current research in pedagogy and teacher practice at a tertiary and/or school level is essential.

Skills and Experience

• Completion of a PhD or equivalent accreditation and standing recognised by the University/profession as appropriate for the relevant discipline area.
• Demonstrated experience in pedagogy and teacher practice and a sophisticated understanding of current research and trends that inform quality pedagogy in a range of learning environments to drive change.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in developing innovative curriculum using evidence-based approaches for quality learning opportunities.
• Sophisticated ability to engage with industry leaders in education to develop opportunities for course and research collaborations.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a purpose led and impact focused team leading national reform in teacher education
• Shape the future of teaching through evidence informed practice and/or high impact research
• Contribute to a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and measurable impact

*Please note only candidates who hold the full rights to work in Australia will be eligible for consideration*

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SOE Statement of Intent.pdf

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experiencerequiredfor this position.

PD - Lecturer Health and Phys Ed.pdf

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities tosubmitan applicationand aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

Our commitment to safety

All La Trobe University employees are bound by theWorking with Children Act 2005.If you are successful, you willbe requiredto hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

National CodeonGender Based Violencein Higher Education

La Trobe University is committed to upholding the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence (GBV Code). This aligns with our mission to create safe and respectful communities.Candidates will be asked during the recruitment process to declare whether they have ever been investigated for, or found to have engaged in, gender-based violence inpreviousemployment and/or in legal proceedings and provide relevant information toassistindeterminingsuitability. Gender-based violence means any form of physical or non-physical violence, harassment,abuseor threats based on gender, that results in, or is likely to result in harm, coercion, control, fear or deprivation liberty or autonomy.