Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Early Childhood Education/Primary Education
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Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Early Childhood Education
OR
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Early Childhood and Primary Education
School of Education
* Continuing, full-time. Part-time may be considered
* $110,997 to $131,514 per annum (Level B)
* $135,621 to 156,$172 per annum (Level C)
* Plus 17% employer superannuation
* Salary packaging options are available
* 20 days family and domestic violence leave available per annum
* 20 days gender affirmation leave per annum
* 10 days Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and ceremonial leave per annum
* 4 weeks annual leave plus Christmas week shutdown, per annum
* Tamworth based role
* Relocation assistance provided
* Applicants must have appropriate Australian work rights for the duration of this position (UNE will not provide sponsorship for this position)
Closing Date: 11:59pm, Sunday 24 August 2025
UNE Reference No: 225119
About the role
This position is based in Tamworth, NSW and will contribute to UNE's newest campus in the region, providing place-based, strategic support and leadership in the School of Education. You will contribute to UNE's commitment to empowering the community through accessible, flexible and innovative place-based support that is responsive to student and community needs. Central to this role is community connection and building strong, collaborative partnerships with schools, the early childhood industry and community. This role will support the long-term vision of UNE Tamworth to be the transformative force in regional education, where every student's journey matters and every pathway leads to success.
As a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Early Childhood Education or Early Childhood & Primary Education, you will work with a highly productive team that delivers undergraduate and postgraduate courses. This position requires a dynamic individual to engage with the community, strengthening and extending our partnerships with early childhood settings and schools. The workload and will comprise of 40% Academic Leadership and Service, 40% Teaching and 20% Research. Fractional appointments will be considered.
The incumbent will:
* Commit to community engagement and establish sustainable links between industry (i.e. Early Childhood) and UNE;
* Facilitate outstanding student experience and create a bold and innovative learning culture;
* Undertake high-impact research;
* Align themselves with the UNE's Strategic Plan, Future Fit 2021 – 2030 and its goals of facilitating Personalised Learning Journeys, Empowering Communities and Building Resilience.
About you
For Level B applicants, you will have enrolled in a doctorate and progressed a significant way towards successful completion.
For Level C applicants, you will have a doctoral qualification in a discipline or topic relevant to Early Childhood or Primary education.
Both Level B and C applicants will have a formal teaching qualification and demonstrated early childhood or primary school teaching experience. They will also have leadership experience in an early childhood or primary school setting. We are particularly seeking applicants with established regional relationships.
Level C applicants will have experience in supervising higher degree research candidates, and mentoring and supporting early career academics.
Enquiries and additional information
To discuss this role please contact Professor Sue Gregory, Head, School of Education phone: 02 6773 5054 email: hosedu@une.edu.au.
Please visit www.une.edu.au/jobs-at-une for further information about this position and other career opportunities at UNE.
TO APPLY
Submit your application through www.une.edu.au/jobs-at-une and refer to vacancy ref 225119.
Your application should be comprised of:
* Covering letter;
* Responses to selection criteria (as per the position statement);
* Current CV.
About UNE
The University of New England (UNE) is a regionally based, globally networked university renowned for the quality of its student experience and the excellence of its research specialisations. In addition, UNE pioneered teaching to external students making it the most experienced provider of distance and innovative online education.
UNE emphasises its people, staff and students' growth and development. We aspire to be a leader in innovation and change and a centre for the Armidale and the North-West communities.
Equity, diversity and inclusion are central to the core values of UNE and we are committed to engaging, supporting and growing a richly diverse workforce. From the Oorala Aboriginal Centre at the heart of our campus, to the inclusive organisations such as the UNE Ally Network, the UNE Women's Society, and the many international cultural groups - all will feel valued and respected at UNE.
You will embody the UNE values and strive to be Open, Enquiring, Exceptional and Making a Difference. Additionally, you will be committed to achieving the goals embedded in the Future Fit Strategic Plan 2021-2030.
About the Faculty
The Faculty of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences and Education (HASSE) achieves excellence through focusing on quality in all that we do, offering an environment where staff are safe, welcomed, and respected; valued through self-development, participation and engagement. The Faculty of HASSE offers innovative programs across a range of disciplines and professions, underpinned by the University's commitment to provide excellent teaching, flexible and outstanding learning facilities and a first-rate student learning experience. The Faculty consists of the School of Education and the School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (HASS).Further information can be found on the website: Faculty of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences and Education.
About Tamworth
Tamworth is the third-largest inland city in NSW. Located around 400km north-west of Sydney, Tamworth is a thriving cosmopolitan centre, known internationally for its annual Country Music Festival. Tamworth and the surrounding region is home to a diversity of industries, educational and sporting facilities, and cultural activities. To find out more, https://www.visitnsw.com/destinations/country-nsw/tamworth-area
Commitment to Inclusion and Diversity
UNE is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, mature age workers and LGBTQIA+ people.
About Our Process
At UNE, we are committed to employing individuals who meet the requirements of this role and align with our values. All applicants will be contacted and advised of an outcome. The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencing in this role as indicated in the position statement. Please visit our Privacy Statement to understand how your information is collected, stored, accessed and used.
National Police Check
If you are the successful candidate for this role you will be required to provide UNE with a National Police Check prior to your commencement. Please note that people with criminal records are NOT automatically barred from applying for this position (unless there is a particular requirement under law).
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Education
* Industries
Higher Education
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