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$121,442 to $143,486 pa (ALEVB)

Ongoing, Fulltime, Joondalup Campus

Open to candidates with relevant working rights

SCHOOL OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES
JOONDALUP CAMPUS
$121,442 to $143,486 pa PLUS 17% SUPERANNUATION
ONGOING, FULL TIME

Edith Cowan University

Are you ready to belong to a dynamic community where courage, creativity, and optimism are essential elements of our DNA? At ECU we’re inspired by the incredible achievements of Edith Cowan, the first woman elected to an Australian parliament and a lifelong champion of education. Empowered by her legacy, we’re united in our vision to lead the sector in educational experience and expand our impact through world-class research.

Embrace an opportunity to become part of something extraordinary.

The School of Arts and Humanities

The School of Arts and Humanities is one of the largest at ECU with diverse disciplines arranged into three clusters: Creative Humanities; Psychology, Counselling and Criminology; and Social Sciences, Social Work and Youth Work. The school has more than 140 academic and professional staff operating across three campuses, as well as teaching offshore in Sri Lanka, and is a leader in online education. The diversity of the school is a strength, enabling interdisciplinary research, a sustainable financial platform, and many opportunities for collaborations with industry and community.
About the Opportunity

The School of Arts and Humanities at Edith Cowan University is excited to welcome an enthusiastic and innovative practitioner - academic to join our teaching staff to focus on the delivery of the field placement programs in the Master of Social Work (Qualifying) and the Bachelor of Social Work.

You will join a team of experts in social work, community and human services, and youth work, who contribute to our well-established bachelor and graduate programs, as well as collaborating with colleagues in related disciplines in counselling and psychology. Your responsibilities will include developing and overseeing course content, teaching units, supporting students in placement, and supervising sessional academics.

Additional teaching in the Social Work undergraduate is likely.

Why join us?

Work in a supportive, energetic environment that values creativity and forward-thinking.
Contribute to a program that has the potential to shape the practice and calibre of the Australian and International social workforce.

If you’re ready to take your academic career to the next level and be part of something truly impactful, we’d love to hear from you.

About you

We are looking for a skilled academic with a MSW -

A mentor who is passionate about guiding students and inspiring the next generation of social work professionals.
Masters degree (preferably in social work) or equivalent

You will need to demonstrate, based on past achievement and potential for future development, that you can:

teach effectively using student-centred approaches that facilitate learning;
forge partnerships with industry and community to advance teaching and the work integrated learning space;
exercise leadership consistent with your level of appointment;
work productively and positively with colleagues in the school and university; and
eligibility for membership in AASW.

You will be expected to demonstrate personal attributes consistent with the University’s values of integrity, respect, rational inquiry, personal excellence, and courage.

Benefits of working at ECU

At ECU we’re committed to fostering a positive employment experience and believe this is fundamental to the success and satisfaction of our employees. Growth and development matter here, because we recognise people are at the centre of everything we do. Our thriving work culture is guided by the ECU values and complemented by a range of employee benefits; visit our website to read about flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, our commitment to Wellbeing, exclusive corporate discounts and industry-leading superannuation.

Contact

Please contact Associate Dean Janine Joyce at j.joyce@ecu.edu.au for more information.

Application Process

Your application is in two parts. The first part is a statement (maximum 4 pages) that clearly demonstrates your suitability for the role and the difference you will make for the school if appointed. You should highlight key examples of your experience and your capabilities: you do not need to address each criterion in turn.

The second part is a detailed curriculum vitae, including summaries of your prior roles and achievements. Please include details for three referees including your current supervisor / manager (we will not contact referees without your approval). A covering letter is not needed.

Advert Closure

Applications close Wednesday, 20th May 2026 at 11:30pm AWST.

ECU reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date, and encourage applicants to submit their applications early.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION.

ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace with specific strategies and initiatives in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. We strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age and faith. For more information on our commitment to equity and diversity, please visit our Inclusive Workplace website.

At ECU, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively encourage people with disability to apply to ECU. To discuss how we can support adjustment requirements, please contact the person listed above.

School of Arts and Humanities Plan (2024-2029): Purpose, Principles, Ambition and Strategic Directions.