School-Based Occupational Therapist - Part-Time (0.4 FTE)

Department of Education; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible employment conditions

Professional learning opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Department of Education is hiring an Occupational Therapist to work within the Student Support Services team in Central Highlands Area (Ballarat region) on a 0.4 FTE fixed-term basis until 17 December 2027. The role focuses on helping students participate in learning by supporting functional, sensory, motor and self-regulation needs in educational settings.

You will collaborate with schools and a multidisciplinary workforce to foster inclusive learning environments, provide leadership in

Qualifications

• This role requires an OT qualification with registration in Australia.
• Experience in multidisciplinary student wellbeing support is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide schools with support and advice on complex cases and time-sensitive decisions.
• Support schools to respond effectively to critical incidents.
• Develop and implement reasonable adjustments for students over time.
• Build teacher capability through professional learning.

Skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Assessment & analysis

Communication

Public sector values

Education

OT degree

Job description

The Department of Education is hiring an Occupational Therapist to work within the Student Support Services team in Central Highlands Area (Ballarat region) on a 0.4 FTE fixed-term basis until 17 December 2027. The role focuses on helping students participate in learning by supporting functional, sensory, motor and self-regulation needs in educational settings.

You will collaborate with schools and a multidisciplinary workforce to foster inclusive learning environments, provide leadership in