• Support student transition and success.
• Deliver inclusive academic skills support.
• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis until 31/12/2026.
• Base salary range: $104,243 – $115,661p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Division of Student Life sits within the UWA Education Portfolio under the Deputy Vice Chancellor of Education and, alongside the Division of Student Accommodation and Community, contributes to the strategic goal of delivering a world class student experience. The Division encompasses five core functions: Student Administration, Student Offices, International Student Experience and Global Learning, Student Equity and Success, and Student Wellbeing & Engagement, providing services across the student lifecycle from access and outreach through enrolment, progression and graduation. It delivers programs and services that promote academic success, wellbeing and engagement, and works closely with the Student Guild, affiliated residential colleges and the wider Education portfolio. The Student Equity and Success teams support access, participation and success through academic and cocurricular initiatives, including a dedicated first year experience, and oversee the Student Access and Participation Framework to enable all students to aspire to, achieve and thrive at The University of Western Australia.

About the opportunity

• Facilitate student learning and skills development across all academic disciplines offered by the University, particularly for students entering via alternative entry pathways and from diverse educational backgrounds.
• Provide tailored transition support to assist commencing students as they adjust to university study.
• Deliver academic skills advice to support student confidence, preparedness and ongoing success.

About you

• Assist with the enrolment, orientation and ongoing academic support of all students, particularly those who enter via the Broadway UWA, Fairway UWA, UWay and Experienced-based Entry pathway.
• Represent Student Success at enrolment and orientation events and other student forums
• Deliver drop-in sessions and workshops to assist students develop their literacy, communication and written skills
• Write, deliver, monitor and review resources to develop student academic skills, making appropriate use of flexible and online modes of delivery
• Develop attractive and cost effective soft and hard copy promotional material for the Student Success team

Note: This role has the occasional requirement to deliver workshops or information session in evenings or on weekends and to attend residential orientation programs. 

Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations.

Position description: PD - Senior Learning Skills Officer (522377).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Adam Nicol at adam.nicol@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday, 12 February 2026.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

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, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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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.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.