Lecturer, Mathematics Education (Primary/Secondary)

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Company Description Job Description Full-time, Ongoing position at Academic Level B. Bankstown campus with flexible working arrangements. Salary: $123,327 – $145,625 per annum, plus 17% Super and Leave Loading. Teach and research mathematics education to prepare primary and secondary teachers for classroom practice. The Opportunity You will coordinate and teach mathematics education subjects across initial and post-initial teacher education programs, supporting the preparation of future primary and secondary teachers. You will design and deliver learning experiences across face-to-face, online and intensive modes, including tutorials and practical classes, and you will assess student learning and provide timely, high-quality feedback. You will ensure subject design, development, delivery and assessment meet internal quality assurance standards and external accreditation requirements. You will maintain appropriate records for assessment and results, contribute to student engagement and outreach activities, and undertake subject coordination duties where required, including supporting casual academic staff. You will contribute to the School’s research and scholarly activity by progressing research initiatives through to publication and building an active program of work aligned to mathematics education. You will supervise higher degree research candidates as appropriate to level, contribute to research projects (including leading a research team where appropriate), and work with education-sector partners to strengthen professional experience relationships and course development. What Success Looks Like: Mathematics education subjects are coordinated and delivered to accreditation requirements. Blended teaching is planned and delivered effectively across face-to-face and online modes. Assessment, feedback and record-keeping are timely, accurate and student-focused. Research activity progresses from inception to publication with quality outcomes. Partnerships with schools and sector stakeholders support professional experience and course quality. Please refer to the Position Description for full details. About You PhD or EdD in Education or a closely related discipline. Demonstrated tertiary teaching capability, including contemporary curriculum design and e-learning. Demonstrated experience developing primary and/or secondary mathematics curriculum. Evidence of high-quality publications and the ability to progress research to publication. Experience (or capability) to supervise Honours and higher degree research students. Benefits We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Alongside a rewarding career, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your financial, personal and family wellbeing. Financial benefits: Access to staff-only products and offers with selected banking partners, salary sacrifice options for onsite parking, and novated motor vehicle leasing. Health and wellbeing support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP), complimentary annual flu vaccination, eligibility for Fitness Passport membership, and access to discounted private health cover. Onsite childcare: Long day care and early learning services operate at our Campbelltown, Hawkesbury, Parramatta, and Penrith campuses. Staff may be eligible for discounted fees and salary packaging, with places subject to centre capacity. Application Details Position Enquiries: Direct to Kathryn Holmes, Head of Discipline, Psychology and Wellbeing in Education via k.holmes@westernsydney.edu.au . Please include the job reference code REF1254J . Closing Date: 11:59pm, Sunday 7 June 2026. Checks: Appointment to this position is subject to a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) for paid employment in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012 (NSW). Working Rights: You must provide evidence of full-time working rights in Australia at application. How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University’s online recruitment system will be considered. As part of your online application, you will be asked to respond to screening questions addressing the key qualifications, experiences and skills required for this position. Belonging at Western We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy . We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. For Reasonable Adjustments during the application process, please contact talentacquisitionteam@westernsydney.edu.au . About Western This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful. Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives. Making a difference starts at Western. For the latest please visit our website and LinkedIn . Qualifications Additional Information