Developmental Therapist

SINGAPORE BRAIN DEVELOPMENT CENTRE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Singapore Brain Development Centre (SBDC) is seeking compassionate therapists to assess developmental delays and create individualized intervention plans for children. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support holistic child development and engage families with practical guidance.

The role involves play-based and structured interventions, ongoing progress documentation, and using standardised assessments to inform therapy. Weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level qualification in a relevant field and confident with child-focused interventions.
• Experience with children and ability to engage families is essential.
• Willingness to work on weekends and flexible hours.
• Strong communication and empathy when working with diverse families.
• Competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide play-based and structured interventions to develop cognitive and developmental skills.
• Use varied techniques to support sensory motor, language, and social-emotional growth.
• Monitor progress and adjust therapy plans as needed.
• Conduct standardised assessments and observations to identify learning challenges.
• Educate families with practical strategies to support home development.

Education

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Special Education

Degree in Early Childhood

Degree in Linguistics

Degree in Sports Science

Job description

Singapore Brain Development Centre (SBDC) was established in March 2005 and stands as one of the pioneer centres providing cognitive development training for children of all ages in Singapore. Our developmental and cognitive training programs are based on scientific research to enhance brain functions. We are seeking compassionate and dedicated therapists to join our team. The therapist will work with children and families to assess developmental and cognitive delays, create and implement individualised intervention plans, and collaborate with a team to support the holistic development of each child.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide play-based and structured interventions to enhance developmental & cognitive skills.
• Utilise a variety of techniques to support improvements in sensory motor, language, cognitive, social-emotional development, and more.
• Monitor and document child progress, making adjustments to therapy plans as needed.
• Conduct comprehensive standardised assessments and observational methods to evaluate potential learning challenges.
• Educate families with strategies and resources to support their child’s development at home.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Psychology, Special Education, Early Childhood, Linguistics, Sports Science or related fields.
• At least 1–2 years of experience working with children.
• Effective engagement and communication skills with children and clients.
• Ability to work on weekends.
• Competitive pay package based on qualifications and work experience