Paediatric Physiotherapist - School-Based (Melbourne)

government schools; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Ongoing clinical supervision

Job summary

Nepean School in Melbourne is seeking a physiotherapist to join our paediatric team, delivering therapy in classroom and school environments. You may be a graduate or an experienced clinician, with strong willingness to learn and share knowledge.

The role is full-time, five days per week during school terms. You will work with children aged 5–18 with physical disabilities or health impairments, gaining exposure to cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, epilepsy and related conditions.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated exemplary communication and interpersonal skills when working with students, families, colleagues, and other professionals.
• Demonstrated capacity to work effectively in collaboration with therapy and teaching teams to devise programs that establish and extend a student’s functional movement skills in a range of contexts.
• Highly developed organisational skills with a demonstrated ability to work independently, utilise effective time management strategies, establish priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Work with students and their teams to assess students’ access to their learning and create functional goals.
• Support students to reach their gross motor goals and participate in all areas of day-to-day school life.
• Use your knowledge of assistive technology to prescribe therapeutic equipment such as postural supports, wheelchairs and alternative seating.
• Learn about other therapy disciplines, apply them to your practice, and share your knowledge with your team.
• Participate in Student Support Groups and other planning meetings to share your expertise.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Organisation

Job description

Nepean School in Melbourne is seeking a physiotherapist to join our paediatric team, delivering therapy in classroom and school environments. You may be a graduate or an experienced clinician, with strong willingness to learn and share knowledge.

The role is full-time, five days per week during school terms. You will work with children aged 5–18 with physical disabilities or health impairments, gaining exposure to cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, epilepsy and related conditions.