- Full-time, Ongoing position at HEW Level 8.
- Parramatta South campus with flexible working arrangements.
- Salary: $118,969 – $132,069 per annum, plus 17% Super and Leave Loading.
Lead a specialist team delivering mathematics and numeracy support to improve student outcomes across the University.
The Opportunity
You will lead the Mathematics Education Support Hub (MESH), guiding a team of Learning Advisors to deliver high-quality mathematics, statistics and numeracy support aligned to student success priorities from the University Library. You will contribute to operational planning and ensure services align with the University’s strategic objectives for learning and teaching.
You will work closely with academic staff and professional teams to embed numeracy support within curriculum and assessment. This includes consulting on course design, delivering workshops, and providing targeted student support to address learning needs. You will also partner with Schools to design and implement resources that strengthen student capabilities across year levels.
You will use data and feedback to inform continuous improvement, identifying trends in student outcomes to guide program design. You will oversee transition programs and ensure their effectiveness through evaluation, while promoting MESH services across the University to support integrated learning outcomes.
What Success Looks Like:
- MESH programs and services are effectively delivered and aligned to student success priorities.
- Data insights inform continuous improvement in numeracy support and program delivery.
- Curriculum and assessment enhancements strengthen student numeracy outcomes.
- Transition programs achieve sustained student participation and positive outcomes.
- Strong partnerships with Schools enable embedded numeracy support across courses.
Please refer to the Position Description for full details.
About You
- Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field or equivalent experience in mathematics or numeracy education.
- Demonstrated experience designing and delivering mathematics, statistics or numeracy workshops and resources.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively with academic and professional staff to improve learning outcomes.
- Experience leading and managing a team, providing direction, support and performance guidance.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise, use initiative and deliver high-quality outcomes.
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 Hiring Manager, Linda Parker, Associate University Librarian, Student Skills & Engagement via [email protected] Please include the job reference code REF1601W
- Closing Date: 11:59pm, Sunday 26th July 2026
- 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 [email protected].
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.
Skills Required
- Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field or equivalent experience in mathematics or numeracy education.
- Demonstrated experience designing and delivering mathematics, statistics or numeracy workshops and resources.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively with academic and professional staff to improve learning outcomes.
- Experience leading and managing a team, providing direction, support and performance guidance.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise, use initiative and deliver high-quality outcomes.
- Evidence of full-time working rights in Australia at application.
What We Do
Western Sydney University is a public research university based in Greater Western Sydney, Australia. It offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and research degrees. The university is known for its commitment to student-centered learning, impactful research, and community engagement, consistently ranking among the top universities globally for its contributions to sustainable development and societal challenges.
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