Lecturer in Education (Early Childhood Education and Care/Primary)
- Shape early childhood & primary education through innovative teaching & curriculum design
- One permanent, full-time position and one fixed-term (2 year) position
- Choose your campus, with relocation assistance available
Be Bold. Belong. Be More.
At Southern Cross University, we do things differently, and so can you.
A career with us is more than you might expect. Yes, it’s about the heart, connectedness and community you’d hope for in a regional university. But there’s also so much more. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper, focused learning experience and our research is deeply connected to our regions, making a difference on a global scale. This is your chance to help us build something new and meaningful for our students, our communities and your career. To drive change, make a real impact, and thrive in a place as unique as you.
You can be good anywhere. Here, you can be great.
Your opportunity
Southern Cross University’s Faculty of Education is seeking two Lecturers in Early Childhood Education and Care/Primary Education to shape the learning experiences of future educators. You’ll contribute to student-centred teaching, innovative curriculum design and research that supports the early childhood education sector.
You will make an impact by:
- Delivering engaging, student-centred teaching using contemporary learning technologies and flexible approaches.
- Designing and evaluating curriculum, learning resources and teaching practices that enhance student outcomes.
- Contributing to research and teaching scholarship through publications, grant applications and collaborative research.
- Building partnerships and engaging with professional and community networks to strengthen the Faculty’s impact.
What you will bring
You’re a passionate early to mid-career academic with expertise in early childhood education and care. You bring contemporary university teaching experience, a commitment to student-centred learning and the ability to design and evaluate curriculum and learning resources that enhance student outcomes.
To succeed in this role, you will also need:
- A PhD/Professional Doctorate in Early Childhood Education and Care (birth to five years)/Primary education or relevant discipline, in addition to an initial teacher education degree.
- A track record of research or teaching scholarship relevant to your academic level and experience, including publications and, where applicable, research candidate supervision.
- Experience contributing to research collaborations, placement partnerships, professional practice, staff development or relevant professional and community groups.
It’s not essential, but we’d love it if you also had relevant state teacher accreditation or registration, and research or leadership experience supporting positive outcomes for international students. If you don’t have this experience but still think you’d be a great fit, we encourage you to apply.
Why Southern Cross University
SCU is proudly a regional university, young, small and vibrant. That means you’ll find more exposure, opportunity and ownership - to grow, achieve and build a career that means more. And you’ll do it alongside passionate people and leaders who go the extra mile to help you succeed. A career with us is about more than just work. It’s about place, community and the life you want to live. With three main campuses at the Gold Coast, Coffs Harbour and the Northern Rivers region of NSW, we’re integral to all these wonderful communities. Find your place and be more in this beautiful part of the world.
Your opportunity is:
- Two full-time positions available: one continuing (permanent) and one fixed-term for two years.
- Choose to work from our Coffs Harbour, NSW 2450, Gold Coast, QLD 4225, or Lismore, NSW 2480 campus. Hybrid or remote arrangements may be available for the right candidate. Relocation assistance is available, making it easier to join our regional communities.
- ACAD Level B (Lecturer). The base salary ranges from $117,916 - $139,454 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $163,161.
You will enjoy a range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, growth and work-life balance. For more information on our benefits and what it’s like to work at SCU, visit Why work at Southern Cross University?
Be more with Southern Cross University today
Southern Cross University values potential as much as experience. If you do not meet all the listed requirements but are excited about the role and confident you can contribute, we encourage you to apply or reach out for more information.
Name: Professor Wendy Boyd Faculty of Education
Phone: 0413 105 636
Email: wendy.boyd@scu.edu.au
Applications close 11.30pm AEDT 2 November 2026
Eligible applicants must have Australian or New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency or current working rights in Australia for the entire duration of the appointment. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Applicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter. The cover letter must clearly address each selection criterion in the position description. Information to support you prepare your application is available on our website.
Southern Cross University celebrates the rich diversity of our regions and international community. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values people of all backgrounds. We encourage applications from people of all genders, ethnicities, ages, languages, sexual orientations, and people with disabilities. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to ensure every candidate can fully participate. For any support through the recruitment process, reach out to jobs@scu.edu.au.
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