Practice Education Liaison Officer - Social Work

About the role

Acknowledge Education, part of UP Education, is looking for a Practice Education Liaison Officer for its Perth team on a full-time basis. You will support students on their Master of Social Work (Qualifying) placements, working closely with students, placement supervisors and community organisations so that their learning is positive and meaningful.

Key responsibilities

• Support and guide social work students throughout their practice education placements.
• Build positive relationships with placement agencies, supervisors and academic teams.
• Conduct placement meetings and visits to monitor progress, give feedback and support learning outcomes.
• Facilitate placement induction and practice-theory integration seminars as required.
• Provide structured supervision to allocated students.
• Identify and address placement challenges, student wellbeing concerns and learning needs with the Practice Education Coordinator.
• Maintain accurate placement records, assessments and documentation in line with AASW requirements.

Required profile

• Recognised Bachelor of Social Work, Master of Social Work or higher, eligible for AASW membership.
• At least 5 years of post-qualification experience as a social worker.
• Recent social work practice experience and a sound understanding of social work practice in an Australian context.
• Experience in student supervision, practice education, mentoring or tertiary teaching is highly regarded.
• Willingness to travel to placement agencies as required.

Required skills

• Strong communication, interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to give constructive feedback, support student learning and handle sensitive situations professionally.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Confidence using technology and keeping accurate records.

What we offer

• $1,500 annual professional development allowance.
• Health insurance discounts through Bupa.
• Career growth within a national education organisation.