Graduate Physiotherapist

Early Start Australia; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Graduate development program

Regular supervision

Work across clinic and community

Multidisciplinary team

Professional development

Welcoming culture

Meaningful impact

Job summary

Early Start Australia Seaford is offering a Physiotherapy Graduate role focused on paediatric therapy. You’ll work with children and families to help milestones, with mentoring and a structured graduate program.

You will collaborate with allied health professionals, deliver services across clinics, schools, homes and telehealth, and contribute to a team that values learning and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physiotherapy and eligibility for registration.
• Eligibility for AHPRA upon graduation.
• Current driver’s licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Help children develop strength, balance, coordination, mobility and motor skills through fun, evidence-based therapy.
• Support children to participate confidently at home, school, in sport and within their communities.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organised

Positive attitude

Driver's licence

Education

Physiotherapy degree

Eligibility for AHPRA registration

Job description

• Site Address: Shops 4 And 5, Seaford Central Shopping Centre, 108 Commercial Rd, SEAFORD, SA, 5169
• Job Function Group: Health
• Job Function: Physiotherapy
• Employment Type: Full Time

Job Description

Physiotherapy Graduate

Early Start Australia | Seaford SA

Your Role as a Physiotherapy Grad

Ready to help children move, play and participate in life with confidence?

As a Physiotherapy Graduate at Early Start Australia in Seaford, you'll work alongside children and families to help achieve meaningful milestones every day. Whether it's supporting a child to take their first independent steps, improve their balance and coordination, or participate more confidently in sport and play, you'll be there to celebrate every achievement along the way.

What You'll Be Doing

• Help children develop strength, balance, coordination, mobility and motor skills through fun, evidence-based therapy.
• Support children to participate confidently at home, school, in sport and within their communities.
• Create personalised therapy plans that are meaningful, achievable and tailored to each child's goals.
• Partner with parents, carers and educators, providing practical strategies to support children's physical development in everyday environments.
• Work with children with a range of developmental, neurological and physical needs, helping them build independence and reach their full potential.
• Collaborate with Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Psychologists and other Allied Health professionals as part of a fun, supportive multidisciplinary team.
• Deliver therapy across our clinics, schools, homes and via telehealth, keeping every day varied, rewarding and full of opportunities to learn.
• Celebrate the big wins, the small wins and every milestone in between.

About Our Grads

We're looking for future Physiotherapists who are passionate about helping children and families, eager to learn, and excited to bring fresh ideas to our team.

You might be the perfect fit if you:

• Have a degree in Physiotherapy
• Are eligible for AHPRA registration upon graduation
• Have recently graduated or will graduate in early 2027
• Hold a current driver's licence and have access to a vehicle with third-party insurance
• Have (or are willing to obtain) a Working with Children Check
• Have (or are willing to obtain) a National Police Check
• Have (or are willing to obtain) NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
• Have (or are willing to obtain) First Aid and CPR certification
• Bring great communication skills, strong organisation, and a positive attitude

Why You'll Love It Here

You'll be supported from day one with dedicated mentoring, structured learning, an incredible graduate program, and a team that genuinely wants to see you succeed.

• Comprehensive graduate development and mentoring program
• Regular supervision and support from experienced clinicians
• Opportunities to work across clinic, community, school and telehealth settings
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team environment
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
• A welcoming, supportive culture where your wellbeing matters
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families every day

Why Seaford?

Located in Adelaide's beautiful southern growth corridor, our Seaford clinic provides the opportunity to support local children and families within a welcoming, community-focused environment. You'll work alongside a passionate multidisciplinary team dedicated to helping children build confidence, independence, and lifelong skills while making a meaningful impact close to home.

Ready to Launch Your Career?

At Early Start Australia, we believe therapy should be meaningful, collaborative and fun, and we think your graduate experience should be too.

If you're ready to learn from experienced clinicians, develop your skills in paediatric physiotherapy, and help children build the confidence to move, play and thrive, we'd love to hear from you.