Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Playspace Paediatric Therapy

Playspace Paediatric Therapy; Gold Coast City; Hybrid; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Professional development allowance

PD leave days

Weekly supervision

Hybrid work

Job summary

PlaySpace Paediatric Therapy on the Gold Coast is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver play-based and neuroaffirming therapy to children aged 1–18, across home, school, kindy and the clinic (Varsity Lakes). The role offers mobile and in-clinic sessions with hybrid work flexibility and ongoing supervision.

You’ll collaborate with families, educators and other professionals to ensure therapy translates into everyday life, backed by a supportive team and opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Qualified Occupational Therapist with current AHPRA registration.
• At least 1 year of paediatric experience, or strong paediatric placement experience.
• Hold a valid driver’s licence and have access to a reliable vehicle.
• Willing to travel within the Gold Coast region (Tweed to Ormeau).

Responsibilities

• Deliver play-based and neuroaffirming therapy to children aged 1–18.
• Provide mobile and in-clinic therapy across home, kinder, school and community settings, including Varsity Lakes clinic.
• Collaborate with families, educators and other professionals to translate therapy into daily life.
• Participate in regular supervision, professional development and team discussions.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Paediatric experience

Driver’s licence

Travel within Gold Coast region

Job description

A paediatric OT role designed to help you love the work you do.

At PlaySpace Paediatric Therapy, we believe great therapy starts with connection — with children, families and the team around you.

We’re looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our growing Gold Coast team and deliver meaningful, play-based and neuroaffirming therapy to children and young people aged 1–18.

This is a varied mobile and in-clinic role, giving you the opportunity to work with children where it matters most — at home, kindy, school and in the community — alongside sessions from our welcoming Varsity Lakes clinic.

You’ll also have the flexibility to work from home one day of the week, regular supervision and professional development, and the support of a close-knit team who genuinely enjoy working together.

Why you'll love working at PlaySpace

We want our therapists to have the support, flexibility and resources they need to do their best work.

• $75,000–$110,000 salary package, depending on experience

• $1,500 annual professional development allowance

• 2 additional professional development leave days each year

• Weekly supervision and individual career development support

• Monthly team professional development sessions

• Flexible hybrid working, including working from home one day of the week

• A mix of clinic, school, kindy, home and community-based therapy

• iPhone, tablet and therapy resources provided

• A supportive team environment where collaboration and clinical discussion are encouraged

• Opportunities to develop your clinical skills and grow within the team as your career progresses

What your role could look like

You may spend your morning supporting a child with their school participation, visit a kindy to collaborate with educators, and then spend your afternoon delivering play-based therapy from our Varsity Lakes clinic.

Your caseload may include children working towards goals relating to:

• Emotional and self-regulation

• Sensory processing

• Self-care and daily living skills

• Fine motor and handwriting skills

• Social participation and play

• Attention and executive functioning

• School readiness and participation at school or kindy

• Confidence and independence in everyday activities

You’ll work collaboratively with parents, caregivers, educators and other professionals to ensure therapy is practical, meaningful and able to translate into children's everyday lives.

We'd love to hear from you if you...

• Are a qualified Occupational Therapist with current AHPRA registration

• Have at least 1 year of paediatric experience, or strong paediatric placement experience

• Hold a current driver’s licence and have access to a reliable vehicle

• Can travel within our service areas of the Gold Coast Reigon (Tweed to Ormeau)

• Have a genuine interest in working with children and their families

• Are warm, reflective and confident building relationships

• Communicate clearly and professionally with families and other professionals

• Enjoy working independently while still wanting connection and support from your team

• Value ongoing learning, supervision and reflective practice

• Bring creativity, curiosity and a sense of fun to therapy

Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who genuinely connects with our approach. We’re looking for a therapist who wants to continue learning, contribute to a supportive team and make a meaningful difference in children's everyday lives.

About PlaySpace

PlaySpace Paediatric Therapy is a Gold Coast paediatric Occupational Therapy practice providing mobile and in-clinic services to children and young people aged 1–18.

Our approach is play-based, family-focused and neuroaffirming, with therapy designed around each child's individual strengths, needs and goals.

Our values — Play, Connection, Growth and Individuality — aren't just words on a page. They shape the way we work with our children and families, and the kind of team environment we uphold.

We believe children do their best when they feel safe, understood and connected — and we believe therapists do too.

Come grow with PlaySpace

If you’re looking for a paediatric OT role where you can develop your skills, have flexibility in your week, feel supported by your team and still have space to bring your own personality to your work, we’d love to hear from you.