First Nations Sessional Lecturer, Social Work

**ACAP is seeking three dedicated First Nations Sessional Social Work Lecturers to join our teaching team for the Master of Social Work (Qualifying) [MSW(Q)] program. This identified position is part of our commitment to strengthening the voices and perspectives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples in higher education.**

As a First Nations educator, you will play a pivotal role in shaping how future social workers understand and engage with First Nations communities. You will contribute to embedding cultural safety and self-determination into curriculum and practice, building a stronger, more respectful profession.

Opportunities are available at both our Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide campuses.

**Areas of Teaching May Include**

We are seeking sessional lecturers in one or more of the following areas:

- Community work, social action, public policy
- Groupwork, family work
- Ageing, disability and complex care
- Trauma-informed practice
- Research methods
- Mental health
- Law and ethics
- Sociology

**Sessional Work Involves**:

- Delivering interactive 3-hour workshops (primarily on campus)
- Marking assessments and managing classroom administration
- Supporting and advising students
- Contributing to culturally safe and inclusive learning environments
- Teaching on a sessional basis over 13-week trimesters
- Opportunities to act as Unit Coordinator in exceptional cases

**Qualifications**:
**Essential Criteria**

We’re looking for passionate and knowledgeable First Nations professionals with:

- A Master’s-level qualification in Social Work (preferred)
- Eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
- Extensive experience as a practicing Social Worker
- A commitment to advancing cultural safety and First Nations perspectives in education
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
- Experience or interest in tertiary education and mentoring

**Identified Position Criteria**

This is an **identified position**, open only to **Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants** under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW) and the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (VIC).
Applicants will be required to provide **confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent**.

**Additional Information**:
ACAP focuses on shared values and strengths across our teams, you will work together with others committed to transforming lives through education in a purpose-driven, engaging, and supportive team environment.

**If the below is important to you, you will flourish here**
- Student-focused approach with the highest standards of student experience and outcomes
- Working in a vibrant, growing team that is committed to innovative teaching
- A collegial and collaborative environment dedicated to academic excellence
- An appreciation and utilisation of transferable skills
- Cultural responsiveness; We attract students from 40+ nationalities, so your work will have far-reaching community benefits

**At ACAP our employee perks and benefits include**:

- Unlimited global career opportunities across the Navitas portfolio
- Flexible working arrangements
- Salary packaging and novated leasing
- 2 paid volunteer days per year for your passionate causes
- Up to 50% scholarships are available to staff enrolled in ACAP courses
- Health & well-being packages including free counselling and well-being specialist support for employees and family members
- Discounted gym memberships, private health insurance, movie tickets, travel, hotels, insurance and selected retailers

**Diversity Equity and Inclusion**:
**Join us in making the world a better place**

**To Apply**:
**About Navitas**:
Navitas is a leading global education provider that has helped generations of learners transform their lives through education. The Navitas portfolio employees over 5000 staff and supports over 60,000 students and encompasses a broad selection of partners, locations, and opportunities, including university pathway programs, English language qualifications, employment training, creative media training, and more.