Passionate about shaping future community services professionals? Step into a rewarding teaching opportunity with Box Hill Institute.

We're seeking an experienced Lecturer in Community Services to join our Higher Education team. In this role, you will deliver engaging, student-centred teaching to a diverse cohort of domestic and international students, helping them succeed in their studies and prepare for meaningful careers in the community services sector. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-quality, innovative education within a leading Australian institute.

This is a casual opportunity. Attractive remuneration dependent on qualifications & experience, plus 12% superannuation.

Why work with us?

At Box Hill Institute, we offer more than just a job - we offer a supportive and rewarding work environment where your wellbeing, growth and achievements are celebrated. Our benefits are designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally:

• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
• On-site parking for added convenience
• Career progression opportunities and reward & recognition programs to celebrate your success
• Generous leave options such as Defence Reserve Service, Emergency Response, up to 20 days paid Family Violence leave and up to 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Health and wellbeing supports and resources, including FREE flu-vaccinations, FREE skin checks, FREE health checks and corporate health insurance discounts
• Financial perks like novated leasing and salary packaging
• Exclusive staff discounts on CAE/Box Hill Institute short courses for staff and their immediate family as well as discounted access to our on-campus retail services such as floristry, day spa and beauty salons, hairdressing salon, barbershop, restaurant, vet & dog grooming - all delivered by students in training, under the supervision of their teachers.

What you'll do:

• Deliver high-quality, engaging and innovative teaching across Community Services subjects including Mental Health, Counselling, Management and Leadership
• Develop and adapt course materials, assessments and learning resources to suit diverse learning styles
• Assess student work and provide timely, constructive feedback
• Identify and support students at risk, including referral to academic or wellbeing services
• Contribute to continuous improvement of course materials and teaching practices
• Ensure compliance with academic, regulatory and organisational requirements
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with colleagues to enhance the student experience

About You:

Qualifications

• A minimum AQF Level 9 qualification in Community Services or a related discipline (e.g. Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Social Sciences, Youth Work)

Skills & Experience

• Demonstrated teaching experience in the Australian Higher Education sector
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and experience developing learning materials and assessment tools
• Proven ability to design and deliver engaging, high-quality course content
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, standards and compliance requirements in higher education
• Strong administrative and organisational skills, with experience in student management systems

Personal Attributes

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage diverse student cohorts
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity, including an understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives
• Ability to manage sensitive topics with professionalism and empathy
• Flexible, adaptable and open to new ideas and ways of teaching

About us:

For over 100 years, we've been changing lives for the better, continuing to make this world a better place for all. By providing people with opportunities to expand their knowledge, experience and understanding of the world, we empower them to change their lives.

Our students can pursue everything - non-accredited short courses through the Centre for Adult Education (CAE); senior secondary qualifications including the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) and VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM); vocational certificates (including pre-apprenticeships, apprenticeships and traineeships) and diplomas; and higher education degrees and a graduate certificate.

We are committed to a highly motivated and aligned workforce, so we'll be by your side to enable you, help you grow and offer you benefits which enhance your work-life balance.

Apply now

All applications must be submitted online and include a cover letter and current resume.

For specific enquiries relating to this position, please contact Nikita Singh at [email protected] using the subject line: Lecturer in Community Services enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Please note: We will be assessing applications as they come in and the position may be filled before the closing date

We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

Box Hill Institute is a welcoming, safe and respectful work environment. We are work-life friendly and an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for our vacancies.

Commitment to child safety

Box Hill Institute is a Child Safe Organisation and has a zero tolerance towards the harm or abuse of children and young people.

We believe that child safety is everyone's responsibility. All employees, volunteers, contractors and service providers are required to promote a culture of child safety, comply with the Child Safe Standards and other relevant legislation and reporting obligations of suspected child abuse as per the Institute's Child Safety Policy and Procedures.

All employees are required to hold and maintain a current, valid Working with Children Check for the duration of their employment at their own expense.

Candidates for employment at Box Hill Institute will be subject to pre-employment probity checks, and must satisfy Box Hill Institute's pre-conditions for employment.

Box Hill Institute reserves the right to withdraw an advertised position at any stage.

A position description is attached.