At Torrens University Australia, we are passionate about creating industry-relevant learning experiences that prepare students for meaningful careers. Our Hospitality Management programs are designed in close partnership with industry and focus on real-world application, employability and authentic learning.
We are currently seeking a Lecturer in Hospitality Management courses, based at our Surry Hills Campus in Sydney. This is a face-to-face teaching role requiring on-campus presence and direct student engagement. Some travel will be required to attend practical sessions on our simulated hotel environment at Leura, NSW.
Learn more about our Hospitality programs here:
Applicants must have full Australian working rights with no limitations or restrictions.
What's the job?
The Learning Facilitator / Lecturer is responsible for preparing, delivering and assessing allocated subjects while ensuring students are supported to achieve learning outcomes and successfully complete assessments.
You will play an active role in teaching, assessment, student support, academic quality and continuous improvement, while maintaining strong industry currency and academic scholarship in hospitality.
Principle accountabilities (but not limited to):
Teaching & Learning
* Deliver high-quality, engaging face-to-face classes aligned to approved subject outlines and learning outcomes.
* Manage small or large classes and actively monitor student participation and engagement.
* Apply student-centred teaching practices including flipped learning and active learning approaches.
Assessment
* Prepare, review and update assessment tools in line with policy and regulatory requirements.
* Mark assessments and provide high-quality, timely feedback to students.
* Determine and submit final student results within required deadlines.
Student Support & Care
* Proactively support students outside scheduled class time.
* Identify students at risk and refer appropriately to Learning Services, Success Coaches or Wellbeing teams.
* Actively support academic integrity and manage academic misconduct in accordance with policy.
Scholarship, Currency & Professional Development
* Maintain discipline currency through professional development and industry engagement.
* Contribute to scholarship, research or professional practice aligned to the discipline.
* Participate in mandatory training and ongoing academic development activities.
* Contribute to subject and curriculum review and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Develop and update subject materials, assessment briefs and rubrics as required.
* Participate in academic meetings, governance activities and quality assurance processes.
To read more about the role please click here.
This is a permanent full-time role, based at our Surry Hills Campus.
Please note, if you are successful in securing this role, you will be required to submit:
* Campus-based, face-to-face role
* Based at Surry Hills Campus, Sydney – with travel to Leura, NSW during our practical assessment days.
* May require work outside standard hours (evenings or peak teaching periods).
* Full Australian working rights required (no student visa or time-limited work rights).
* Current Working with Children check.
Who you are
Experience & Qualifications
* Experience in education, training and assessment (HE and/or VET).
* Strong understanding of adult learning and pedagogical principles.
* Appropriately qualified in Hospitality or a related discipline, to at least one AQF level higher than the course being taught (or approved equivalency).
* Current and relevant industry experience in hospitality is highly regarded.
Skills & Capability
* Strong discipline knowledge with the ability to teach across hospitality subject areas.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* High service ethos and strong commitment to student success.
* Ability to work collaboratively with academic and professional teams.
* Confidence using learning technologies and LMS platforms.
* Ability to engage and support a diverse student cohort.
Regulatory Knowledge
* Understanding of TEQSA, ASQA, ESOS and the National Code 2018 requirements.
* Commitment to compliance with all academic, regulatory and organisational standards.
Torrens University Australia is part of Torrens Global Education, a values-led organisation committed to innovation, inclusion and positive impact. We believe education transforms lives and we place students at the centre of everything we do.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Our culture
Just like our students, our employees are a diverse group who want to make an impact. When you join us, we give you the freedom to be bold, creative and courageous – with flexible working arrangements (hours and ways of working will vary from role to role) that allow you to bring your best. We've built a culture that celebrates community, collaboration, and innovation, where people love what they do.
What we offer
We support your personal passions, development and wellbeing, to make your working life a more rewarding experience. At Torrens University Australia, you'll benefit from:
* a positive workplace environment that fosters a global, entrepreneurial mindset
* belonging to a team of researchers making a difference to society
* building on an academic culture connected to industry and community
* opportunities to innovate across teaching and research
* access to internal opportunities that promote professional growth
Hiring process
We aim to provide you with the necessary information you need at each stage of this process to put your best self forward. Should you have accessibility requirements or needs please contact Nikeey.silwal@torrens.edu.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier free application process as we have a Reasonable Adjustment Procedure in place to support you through the recruitment process.
To learn more about what makes Torrens University Australia a great place to work, visit https://www.torrens.edu.au/blog.
We'd love to hear from you.
Job reference: R29676
Ready to shape the future of hospitality education?
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