Physiotherapist

Early Start Australia; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Early Start Australia is seeking a Physiotherapy Graduate in Elizabeth, SA to help children move, play and participate in life with confidence. You’ll work with families to achieve meaningful milestones every day through evidence-based therapy.

You will support children to improve strength, balance and motor skills, and collaborate with parents, educators and other health professionals to tailor therapy plans to each child’s goals.

Qualifications

• Must have a Physiotherapy degree and be eligible for AHPRA registration upon graduation.
• Recent graduate or will graduate in early 2026.
• Hold a current driver’s licence and have access to a vehicle with third‑party insurance.
• Have (or be willing to obtain) Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• Have (or be willing to obtain) National Police Check.
• Have (or be willing to obtain) NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.
• Have (or be willing to obtain) First Aid and CPR certification.
• Bring strong communication, good organisation and a positive attitude.

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.
• 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 development.
• Work with children with various developmental, neurological and physical needs to build independence.
• Collaborate with OTs, Speech Pathologists, Psychologists and others as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Deliver therapy across clinics, schools, homes and via telehealth.
• Celebrate big wins, small wins and milestones.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation

Positive attitude

Education

Physiotherapy degree

AHPRA eligibility

Job description

• Site Address: Elizabeth City Centre, 50 Elizabeth Way, ELIZABETH, SA, 5112
• Job Function Group: Health
• Job Function: Physiotherapy
• Employment Type: Full Time

Job Description

Your Role as a Physiotherapy Grad - Elizabeth SA

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

As a Physiotherapy Graduate at Early Start Australia, 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.

• 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 2026
• 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 awesome graduate network and a team that genuinely wants to see you succeed.

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 launch your career, learn from some of Australia's leading clinicians and help children build the confidence to move, play and thrive, we'd love to meet you!