Social Work Field Education Lead

Up Education; Sydney, Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual PD allowance

Health insurance discounts through BUP

Growth opportunities

Supportive team

Job summary

Acknowledge Education in Australia is seeking a qualified Social Work Field Placements Coordinator to lead and teach in our Masters of Social Work program. Based in Sydney, Melbourne or Perth, you will coordinate field placements, ensure regulatory compliance and prepare students for practical work experiences.

You will develop materials, oversee assessments, deliver induction programs, gather feedback from agencies, and collaborate with WHS teams to maintain high standards.

Qualifications

• Post-graduate qualification in Social Work or a related discipline.
• Eligibility for membership in relevant professional bodies.
• Minimum 3+ years' post-qualification industry experience.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development (≥20 hours per year).

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and develop current material for fieldwork placements.
• Oversee assessment processes to align with learning outcomes and AE standards.
• Engage in professional development to enhance teaching quality.
• Deliver placement induction programs and ensure student compliance with requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure WHS adherence and incident investigation participation.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Teaching

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory compliance

Education

Post-graduate qualification in Social Work

Eligibility for membership in relevant professional bodies

Job description

Acknowledge Education in Australia is seeking a qualified Social Work Field Placements Coordinator to lead and teach in our Masters of Social Work program. Based in Sydney, Melbourne or Perth, you will coordinate field placements, ensure regulatory compliance and prepare students for practical work experiences.

You will develop materials, oversee assessments, deliver induction programs, gather feedback from agencies, and collaborate with WHS teams to maintain high standards.