(HEO6) – $58.47 per hour, plus an employer contribution of 11% superannuation will apply. 

We have multiple opportunities available for casual Learning Advisors to work with The Writing Centre.

The Writing Centre is a central university service that provides academic learning and language support and resources for local, international, undergraduate and postgraduate coursework students. The Writing Centre operates between 10am-4pm in a hybrid service delivery (online and student facing), Monday to Friday, during Semester.

Working under the direction of the Coordinator, Writing Support Programs, Learning Advisors meet with students one-on-one in the dedicated Writing Centre space in Level 3 of Hub Central, West. Advisors also provide synchronous mentoring online via Zoom. Learning Advisors mentor students through any stage of their writing process, from initial idea to final revision, and everything in between. They may also support students more generally in their development as scholars, through advice on a range of academic literacies, including academic integrity and study skills. Fundamental to the Centre’s pedagogic philosophy is a commitment to empowering students through the development of their own skills and knowledge.

Learning Advisors may also be involved in presenting workshops on academic literacies and giving promotional talks to student groups on the Centre’s services. Advisors take part in paid training sessions and staff meetings throughout the year and enjoy being part of a vibrant and supportive small team.

This position will require 3 – 30 hours per week during teaching weeks, additional hours may be offered during teaching breaks.

Selection Criteria:

• an undergraduate degree in any field
• demonstrated high-level skills in academic writing
• demonstrated interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written
• passion for working with students from all disciplines
• experience delivering high-quality customer service
• willingness to work in an online and face-to-face teaching environment
• demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team
• flexible availability

Desirable:

• TESOL qualification (minimum: CELTA or Certificate IV in TESOL)
• experience providing literacy support to EAL students
• experience providing learning support to neurodivergent students.

The path to Adelaide University

We are on an exciting path to Adelaide University as we prepare to open our doors in January 2026. Adelaide University will combine the strengths of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia, and we are dedicated to creating an accessible and future-focused educational powerhouse that fosters economic and social wellbeing through ground-breaking research and innovative teaching. You can learn more about Adelaide University HERE and more information will be provided throughout the recruitment process.

Enjoy an outstanding career environment

We offer a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaboration - offers you vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.

It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our work's cutting-edge nature - not just in your own area, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavour - provides a constant source of inspiration.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity consistent with our Staff Values and Behaviour Framework and our Values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery. We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills, knowledge and capability of all our staff.

We embrace flexibility as a key principle to allow our people to manage the changing demands of work, personal and family life.

In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.

Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/jobs

Your division's broader role

The Division of Academic and Student Engagement drives the University's strategic activities in relation to learning and teaching. This includes ensuring all Adelaide students have a quality experience, and investing in our academic staff's professional development.

Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/dase/division-leadership

If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity. Together, let's make history.

Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to be taken through to the online application form. Please ensure you submit a resume, and a 1–2-page cover letter addressing the selection criteria (above dot points) and details of your availability.

Applications close, 11:55pm, 6 March 2025.

The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

For further information

For initial enquiries regarding these opportunities, please contact:

Dr Kym Teh
Coordinator Writing Support Programs
kym.teh@adelaide.edu.au

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with a disability and/or and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. 

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