Occupational therapist

Sommerville School; Auckland; On-site; NZD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist school in Auckland is seeking a full-time occupational therapist to empower neurodiverse learners. You will join a collaborative team dedicated to improving outcomes for students with complex communication, learning, and behavioral needs. The role offers a varied caseload and professional growth opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Clinical supervision

Laptop provided

Qualifications

• Experience in special education preferred.
• Confidence applying for assistive technology.
• Commitment to professional growth and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Empower learners with complex needs.
• Work alongside a multidisciplinary team.
• Manage a rewarding caseload.

Skills

Experience supporting children and young people with diverse needs

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Culturally responsive, student-centred approach

Willingness to work towards equipment accreditation

Education

Registered occupational therapist with current practicing certificate

Job description

Overview

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 27/01/2026, End Date: 18/12/2026 (Maternity leave)

General, Therapist

English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts, Hauora, Hangarau, Ngā Reo, Ngā Toi, Te Reo Māori, Te Reo Pākehā, Tikanga ā-iwi, Pāngarau, Pūtaiao, Belonging / Mana Whenua, Contribution / Mana Tangata, Communication / Mana Reo, Exploration / Mana Aotūroa, Well-being / Mana Atua

Occupational therapist – Specialist school, full-time, fixed-term (January–December 2026)

Empower learners. Elevate your career. Be part of something exceptional.

Are you an experienced occupational therapist ready to make a real impact? At Sommerville Special School, we don’t just support students—we empower them to thrive. Join our collaborative, forward-thinking team dedicated to improving outcomes for neurodiverse learners with complex communication, learning, and behavioural needs.

Based in Panmure, Sommerville is a leading specialist school with 14 satellite classrooms across Auckland, a community programme for young adults (18–21), and a dedicated Outreach Service. Our students, aged 5 to 21, are at the heart of everything we do—and so is our team.

What we’re looking for:

• A registered occupational therapist (OTBNZ) with a current practising certificate who brings experience supporting children and young people with diverse needs (preferably in special education)
• Equipment accreditation or willingness to work towards it
• Confidence applying for assistive technology through the Ministry of Education or Health
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• A culturally responsive, student-centred approach
• Commitment to professional growth and wellbeing.

Why join Sommerville?

At Sommerville, our people are our superpower. You’ll work alongside skilled therapists, educators, and support staff in a culture that values expertise, empathy, and innovation.

We offer:

• A varied, rewarding caseload (term-time hours, 8am–4pm, with flexible holidays)
• Ongoing PD in neurodiversity and inclusive practice
• Clinical supervision (internal and external)
• A supportive, multidisciplinary team
• Laptop provided.

This is more than a job—it’s your opportunity to grow, make a lasting impact, and join a school that truly values its people.

Physical address: 80A Tripoli Road, Panmure, Auckland

Postal Address: 7A Benghazi Road, Panmure, Auckland, 1072

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