School-Based Paediatric Occupational Therapist (FT)

Government schools; Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Government schools in the Greater Geelong region seek a Paediatric Occupational Therapist to support primary aged students across four local schools. The role focuses on delivering a comprehensive OT service within an educational setting, promoting inclusion, wellbeing and equitable access to learning.

You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, teachers and families, manage targeted interventions, and navigate complex needs with sensitivity, ensuring safe, supportive environments and

Qualifications

• SC1. Ability to develop and deliver a comprehensive student centred OT service in an educational setting.
• SC2. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, teachers, parents and communities with strong communication.
• SC3. Ability to work independently, accept supervision, and implement recommendations.
• SC4. Experience addressing sensory processing, social learning, self-regulation, motor planning and play for students.
• SC5. Ability to work with students with complex needs and challenging behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Move between four schools and provide OT support to identified students.
• Deliver comprehensive OT services and program adjustments in classroom settings.
• Collaborate with school staff, families and external allied health professionals to optimise outcomes.

Job description

Government schools in the Greater Geelong region seek a Paediatric Occupational Therapist to support primary aged students across four local schools. The role focuses on delivering a comprehensive OT service within an educational setting, promoting inclusion, wellbeing and equitable access to learning.

You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, teachers and families, manage targeted interventions, and navigate complex needs with sensitivity, ensuring safe, supportive environments and