University Partnerships Lead

·       Multiple full-time University Partnerships Lead (Clerk Grade 9/10) roles – one based at University of Newcastle (Newcastle), one based at Australian Catholic University (Strathfield), one based at Western Sydney University (Bankstown/Kingswood) and one based at University of Technology Sydney (Ultimo)

·       Flexible work arrangements available

·       Remuneration of $125,693 - $138,510 plus super and leave loading

About the Opportunities 

We are excited to announce openings for multiple temporary University Partnerships Lead- Grade 9/10 positions until 30 June 2027; and welcome applications from individuals with experience and enthusiasm for partnership engagement to support teacher attraction and quality. And from this recruitment process, a talent pool will be created to fill future temporary and ongoing University Partnerships Lead- Clerk Grade 9/10 roles.

Roles will be primarily based on campus within University of Newcastle (UoN), the Australian Catholic University (ACU), Western Sydney University (WSU) or University of Technology Sydney (UTS) the successful applicants may also be required to work from home or attend the NSW Department of Education’s headquarters in Parramatta.  

About the Department of Education 

The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia, with nearly 100,000 employees across NSW in our schools and corporate offices. Our purpose is centred on the delivery of high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population.

For more information about the Department of Education, please visit NSW Department of Education 

About you

You are an experienced teacher and accomplished partnership strategist with excellent interpersonal and communication skills who:

• Will be collaborative, agile, and disciplined about delivering outcomes for all students of NSW.
• Are excited by challenges and thrive working in an environment where you can problem solve and build innovative teacher attraction strategies that you know will make a difference in our schools and communities.
• Have relevant experience delivering partnership programs and projects.
• Have a results-oriented mindset with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple partnerships simultaneously, meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality results.
• Are confident navigating multiple platforms as well as consulting with subject matter experts to identify and design fit for purpose teacher attraction strategies that are responsive to priority initiatives across the School Workforce Directorate.

For further information please view the role description 

Essential requirements, experience and knowledge

• Extensive experience as an Educator in the K-12 classroom environment
• Tertiary qualifications and relevant experience in Education, Business, Human Resources, Communications or related discipline.
• A valid driver's license (provisional or above) and ability to undertake short term travel.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.
• Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

Benefits 

With nearly 100,000 people working all over NSW, the Department of Education isn’t like any other workplace. You can customise your career track and experience benefits including:  

·       the opportunity to make a real difference, doing important work in a varied, rewarding career in which you can make the most of your partnership engagement expertise across a variety of opportunities 

·       flexible working conditions, with a 35-hour week and generous leave entitlements that give you unrivalled work–life balance 

·       a dynamic workplace in an organisation committed to diversity and inclusion 

·       opportunities for advancement beyond the initial job description, with scope to move sideways as well as up and receive the professional support you need to discover new talents and interests 

How to apply 

If you are interested in joining the team, we want to hear from you! 

Please attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.

Please refer to the Applicant’s Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.

If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education, click here for instructions on how to submit your application.

All other applicants please submit your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’.

Closing date: 6 June 2025, 11:59pm

Contact: For role enquiries please contact Shannon Brehony, Senior Education Officer, at shannon.brehony2@det.nsw.edu.au, or on 0456 452 899.

This is a child-related role. As a condition of employment, you will be required to provide a Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number and complete a National Criminal Record Check. Visit the website for more information. 

Inclusion and Diversity: We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (dandi@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.” 

A talent pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.