Join our team as a Paediatric Occupational Therapist!

New graduates and early career therapists are strongly encouraged to apply — no paediatric experience necessary! You’ll be supported with structured mentoring and supervision from an experienced Paediatric OT with over 18 years’ clinical experience.

What’s on Offer:

  • 💲 Subcontractor rate: $135–$140 per hour (depending on experience)

  • 💼 Employee salary: $100,000–$125,000 p.a. + super (full-time equivalent)

  • 🏠 Work close to home and do admin remotely if preferred

  • ⏰ Flexible hours – work full-time, part-time, or school hours

  • 👶 Paediatric-focused caseload tailored to your clinical passions

  • 🧑‍🎓 New grads and early career therapists encouraged to apply – no paediatric experience necessary!

  • 📍 Work from our Findon clinic and in the community (homes, schools, childcare)

  • ⭐ Immediate start available!

About Us

At Thrive Health Therapies, we’re committed to delivering high-quality allied health services that help people thrive across all stages of life.

Our warm and welcoming Findon clinic features private treatment rooms, a paediatric gym and a fully equipped rehab gym. We also offer mobile therapy services across metropolitan Adelaide.

The Role

We have several paediatric-focused positions available for passionate Paediatric Occupational Therapists, suitable for experienced or early career therapists. Whether you're looking for full-time, part-time, or subcontractor work, we’ll support a schedule that works for you.

You’ll work with a diverse range of children and families to deliver meaningful, play-based, and goal-directed therapy. Our Findon clinic is fully equipped with a paediatric therapy gym and private treatment spaces, and we also offer mobile therapy services across metropolitan Adelaide.

Key services include:

  • Early intervention and school-aged therapy

  • Ongoing therapy for NDIS participants

  • Functional capacity assessments

  • Play-based and sensory-motor therapy

  • Assistive technology and equipment prescription

  • Parent and educator support

  • Collaborative work with families, educators, and health professionals

About you

We’re looking for passionate, organised, and self-driven Paediatric Occupational Therapists who:

  • Hold AHPRA registration

  • Build great rapport with children and families

  • Enjoy working both independently and as part of a team

  • Are experienced or open to working with diverse client presentations

  • Value flexibility, family-friendly hours, and meaningful client relationships

Requirements (or willingness to obtain):

  • Senior First Aid

  • National Police Check

  • NDIS Worker Screening Check

  • Current driver's licence and access to a car

How to Apply

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and become an integral part of our team, we would love to hear from you!

Please submit your CV via email to rachel.king@thrivehealththerapies.com.