Occupational Therapist

The Learning Initiative NPO; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

The Learning Initiative in Cape Town is seeking an Occupational/Speech Therapist to join full-time and support our Early Childhood Development Programme. The role requires a degree in Occupational/Speech Therapy, ECD experience, and strong administrative skills.

You must have own transport and be proficient in Google and Microsoft tools, with a passion for community work. Location includes Ottery, Westlake and Hout Bay, Western Cape; applications close 9 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational/Speech Therapy.
• Experience in early childhood development (ECD).
• Own transport.
• Strong administrative, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Google and Microsoft programs.
• Passion for community work.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the Early Childhood Development Programme.

Skills

ECD experience

Administrative skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Community engagement

Education

Degree in Occupational/Speech Therapy

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Organization: A Western Cape based non-profit organization, The Learning Initiative

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Ottery, Westlake and Hout Bay, Western Cape

Description

Join our team as a dynamic and enthusiastic Occupational/Speech Therapist to fill a full-time position. You will play a vital role in facilitating our Early Childhood Development Programme.

Requirements

• Degree in Occupational/Speech Therapy
• Experience in early childhood development (ECD)
• Own transport
• Strong administrative, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Google and Microsoft programs
• Passion for community work

You can find more details about what we do on our website:www.thelearninginitiative.org. Here is also a short video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aNasJMxTxXE&t=4s

The closing date for applications is October 9, 2026.

Join us in making a difference in our community!