Occupational Therapist

Leap Centre; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Leap Centre in Frenchs Forest, Sydney, is seeking a Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join our friendly multidisciplinary team. We offer full-time, part-time and contractor options with a four-day work week, and a mix of clinic and community sessions in schools, homes and daycares.

You’ll work with children and families to set meaningful goals, using evidence-based OT techniques. We provide structured onboarding, supervision for new graduates, opportunities to supervise others, and access to

Qualifications

• OT qualification and AHPRA registration required.
• Clear communication skills and collaborative approach.
• Strong clinical reasoning and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and contribute to the team.
• Valid driver’s licence and access to a car for community visits.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy to children and families to meet meaningful goals.
• Mix of clinic and community sessions, collaborating with families and other professionals.

Skills

Communication

Clinical reasoning

Collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

OT qualification & AHPRA registration

Job description

Full-time (4-day week), part-time or contractor | Frenchs Forest, Sydney

At LEAP Centre, we help children build the skills and confidence to take part in everyday life. We’re looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our friendly multidisciplinary team in Frenchs Forest.

You could be a new graduate looking for a supported start or an experienced OT ready for a new opportunity. We’ll shape the role around your experience and offer full-time, part-time and contractor options.

• A four-day full-time week, with part-time and contractor arrangements also available
• Variety in your week: approximately half your sessions in our clinic and half in local schools, homes and daycares
• A team around you: work closely with other OTs and speech therapists who share ideas and support one another
• Support to grow: structured onboarding and regular supervision for new graduates, with opportunities for experienced therapists to supervise or step into leadership
• Space to do great therapy: a purpose-built sensory gym, plus access to professional development and mentoring
• Competitive remuneration based on experience and the arrangement that suits you

Paediatric Occupational Therapist

At LEAP Centre, we help children build the skills and confidence to take part in everyday life. We’re looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our friendly multidisciplinary team in Frenchs Forest.

You could be a new graduate looking for a supported start or an experienced OT ready for a new opportunity. We’ll shape the role around your experience and offer full-time, part-time and contractor options.

• A four-day full-time week, with part-time and contractor arrangements also available
• Variety in your week: approximately half your sessions in our clinic and half in local schools, homes and daycares
• A team around you: work closely with other OTs and speech therapists who share ideas and support one another
• Support to grow: structured onboarding and regular supervision for new graduates, with opportunities for experienced therapists to supervise or step into leadership
• Space to do great therapy: a purpose-built sensory gym, plus access to professional development and mentoring
• Competitive remuneration based on experience and the arrangement that suits you

Why join LEAP?

• A four-day full-time week, with part-time and contractor arrangements also available
• Variety in your week: approximately half your sessions in our clinic and half in local schools, homes and daycares
• A team around you: work closely with other OTs and speech therapists who share ideas and support one another
• Support to grow: structured onboarding and regular supervision for new graduates, with opportunities for experienced therapists to supervise or step into leadership
• Space to do great therapy: a purpose-built sensory gym, plus access to professional development and mentoring
• Competitive remuneration based on experience and the arrangement that suits you

The role

You’ll work with children and their families to understand what matters to them, set meaningful goals and deliver practical, evidence-based OT support. Your week will include a mix of clinic and community sessions, collaboration with families and other professionals, and time to reflect on and develop your practice.

About you

You’ll bring

• A qualification in Occupational Therapy and AHPRA registration
• A genuine interest in working with children and families
• Clear communication, sound clinical reasoning and a collaborative approach
• A willingness to learn and contribute to the team
• A valid driver’s licence and access to a car for community visits
• Working rights in Australia

Paediatric experience is welcome, but it isn’t essential.

If you’d like to learn more, we’d love to meet you.