Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Live & Learn Therapy; Sydney; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

WFH admin tasks

Caseload near home

Supervision by senior OT

Career development

Job summary

Live & Learn Therapy in Sydney is recruiting a paediatric Occupational Therapist for a mobile service serving children and adolescents across Sydney. You will deliver assessments, therapy sessions and personalised plans in homes, schools and community settings, with supervision and admin support to focus on meaningful outcomes.

The role offers flexible hours (minimum 2 days for part-time, or a 4-day week for full-time) and autonomy in scheduling, plus opportunities to shape service development.

Qualifications

• Recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy.
• Minimum 2 years' paediatric OT experience.
• Professional indemnity and liability insurance (or willingness to obtain).
• Full AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• National Police check and Working With Children Check.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive paediatric assessments (sensory, motor, developmental).
• Develop and implement individualised, family-centred therapy plans.
• Deliver high-quality therapy sessions in home, school and community settings.
• Apply evidence-based practices to improve daily living skills, handwriting, executive functioning and emotional regulation.
• Collaborate with families, carers and educational staff to set goals and monitor progress.
• Maintain accurate client records and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Sensory integration

Executive functioning

Emotional regulation

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Live & Learn Therapy is a mobile paediatric Occupational Therapy service supporting children and adolescents across Sydney’s Upper and Lower North Shore and surrounding suburbs. We deliver high-quality, person-centred therapy in homes, schools, and community settings, supporting children with developmental, sensory, physical, and emotional needs to thrive in everyday life.

About The Role

We’re looking for a passionate, motivated, and experienced OT to join our growing paediatric service. This role is perfect for OTs who value flexibility, autonomy, and meaningful client work, without the pressure of high KPIs.

As a small and growing business, this is a unique opportunity to be an early team member, where your voice matters. The successful candidate will have the chance to contribute to shaping the service, helping to grow the business, and having input into its future direction.

You’ll be delivering assessments, therapy sessions, and individualised intervention plans for children and adolescents in home, school, and community settings. While you’ll work independently with your caseload, you’ll receive regular supervision, ongoing clinical guidance, and full administrative support, so you can focus on meaningful outcomes for your clients.

You’ll support children and teens to build life skills, increase functional independence, and develop their sensory, motor, and cognitive abilities in ways that are practical, strengths-based, and family-centred.

We offer genuine flexibility in how you work. This role is available part-time (minimum 2 days per week) or full-time, with the option of a 4-day work week for full-time OTs. You can choose hours that suit your lifestyle — whether you prefer early starts and early finishes or later starts and finishes. For part-time roles, there’s also the opportunity to increase days or hours over time, based on your preferences and service demand.

Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive paediatric assessments, including sensory, motor, and developmental evaluations.
• Develop and implement individualised therapy plans that are person-centred and family-centred.
• Provide high quality therapy sessions for children in various environments (home, school, community).
• Use evidence-based practices to address daily living skills, sensory processing, handwriting, executive functioning, and emotional regulation.
• Work collaboratively with families, carers, and educational staff to support goal-setting and progress.
• Monitor and review progress, adjusting therapy plans as necessary to ensure best outcomes.
• Maintain detailed, accurate, and up-to-date records of client progress and service delivery.
• Communicate effectively with a diverse range of clients and stakeholders.
• Follow all relevant professional standards and guidelines for paediatric OT practice.

Ideal Candidate

• A recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy (Bachelor’s or Master’s degree)
• Minimum 2 years' experience as an Occupational Therapist
• Professional indemnity and liability insurance (or willingness to obtain)
• Full and current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist
• A National Police check
• Working With Children Check
• Medicare provider number or capacity to obtain
• Driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
• Strong understanding of sensory integration, executive functioning, and emotional regulation in children and teens
• Ability to build rapport with children, teens, and families in a compassionate and engaging way
• Experience working in schools or community settings is a plus
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload

Why Work With Us

• Flexible working options — choose part-time (minimum 2 days) or full-time with a 4-day work week
• Manageable caseloads, allowing you to focus on quality therapy, not numbers
• WFH flexibility for admin tasks
• Caseload allocated close to home, minimising travel time
• Be part of a small, growing business where your ideas and input are valued
• Opportunity to help shape the service and contribute to its growth
• Meaningful, community-based work where you make a real difference to children and families
• Support from a friendly and experienced senior OT who values high standards of care
• Regular supervision and ongoing clinical support
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A values-driven workplace that prioritises balance, wellbeing, and sustainable practice

Salary

• $95,000-$120,000 (inc. superannuation)

If you are passionate about empowering young people with essential life skills, we’d love to hear from you!