Casual – Sessional Academics (Initial Teacher Education)

Casual – Sessional Academics (Initial Teacher Education)

Job no: 523080

Work type: Casual

Location: Crawley, Albany

Categories: Education

• Competitive casual academic rate.
• Flexible working hours based on availability and workload.
• Location either Perth or Albany.

About the area

Education has been a keystone of the University of Western Australia for 100 years. Today, the Graduate School of Education (GSE) maintains a tradition of excellence while directly addressing the challenges of developing educational practices for both global and local needs. We have an established and dedicated team of teaching and research academics providing undergraduate and post-graduate courses in initial teacher education, education studies, higher education, and mental health and wellbeing. We also offer higher degree by research courses and research training.

About the opportunity

• The GSE is looking for Expressions of Interest from qualified educators to join the School as sessional staff in our undergraduate initial teacher education courses in Perth or Albany.
• Work with academic staff to support student learning, and roles may include teaching, facilitating workshops, marking, moderation, and contributions to curriculum development.
• Contribute to our undergraduate initial teacher education course and support UWA’s mission to provide high-quality education.

About you

• Formal tertiary qualification(s) in teaching/education; preferably a doctorate.
• Previous sessional and/or professional experience in initial teacher education or working with pre-service teachers in primary school settings.
• Knowledge and experience of the Western Australian primary school curriculum
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and highly developed interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.

Your application will be retained on our academic casual register for 12 months. Should an opportunity arise matching your skills and experience, you will be contacted by the relevant work area.

How to apply

Please submit your Expression of Interest to Mr Martin Swann (martin.swann@uwa.edu.au) by Friday, 1 May 2026.

Applications should include a recent CV and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document (no more than 2 pages). For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria.

Please do not apply online via the Apply Now button, only applications submitted to the above email will be accepted.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Learn more about us.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

Advertised: 31 Mar 2026 W. Australia Standard Time

Applications close: 01 May 2026 W. Australia Standard Time