AHP1 Paediatric Physiotherapist- Gawler and Tanunda

• Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network
• Position based at Gawler and Tanunda
• Salary: AHP1 $71,217 - $86,938 p.a + Superannuation + Leave Loading + Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Temporary Full Time up to 7 May 2027

WHAT ARE WE OFFERING?

Join the Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network as a Paediatric Physiotherapist and make a real difference in the lives of children and their families. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive, multidisciplinary Children's Health and Development (CHAD) team, providing innovative, evidence-based physiotherapy services to children aged 0–7 years across Tanunda and Gawler. You'll gain valuable experience in NDIS-funded services, developmental conditions, and community-based care while contributing to the delivery of high-quality, family-centered healthcare.

WHO ARE WE?

The Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network runs from Kangaroo Island to Eudunda, wrapping all the way around our metropolitan areas (this position is in Gawler and Tanunda).  We pride ourselves on providing exceptional care to all our consumers, residents, their families, and community.  Our mission is to ensure that you always receive the best quality, safe, consistent, collaborative care and always with kindness.  We do this by maintaining exceptional levels of care at all times supported by systems and processes that assure us of quality and safety of our staff and those we serve.

WHAT DO WE STAND FOR?

At BHFLHN our values underpin everything we do and the way we behave every day.  We also look for people who align to our values and we believe that our passion must be yours to be a success, our values are Trust, Respect, Integrity, Collaboration and Kindness

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Are you a recent or early-career Physiotherapist passionate about paediatric care and community health?
• Do you thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, working closely with allied health professionals, educators, and families?
• Are you committed to professional growth, reflective practice, and developing innovative approaches to paediatric physiotherapy?
• Do you have excellent communication skills and a strong client-centered approach, including working with culturally diverse and Aboriginal communities?

If you have answered yes to any of these questions – then read on….

WHERE AND HOW YOU WILL WORK

Gawler and Tanunda offer a wonderful combination of scenic charm, community spirit, and convenient access to Adelaide. Gawler blends historic character with modern living, just 45 minutes from the city, while Tanunda, in the heart of the Barossa Valley, provides a vibrant regional lifestyle surrounded by beautiful vineyards and countryside. Both towns are great places to live, work, and be part of welcoming communities. 

HOW WILL YOU CONTRIBUTE?

• Provide assessment, treatment, and therapy services for children with developmental needs, including 1:1 and group sessions.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement integrated care plans that support effective transitions across community and educational settings.
• Support continuous improvement by contributing to data collection, service evaluation, and the development of innovative interventions.
• Engage with clients, families, and communities in a culturally safe and client-centered manner, promoting participation and positive outcomes.

WHAT WILL WE OFFER YOU IN RETURN?

At BHFLHN, not only will you be working in an environment surrounded by beautiful scenery and nature we see your work here as not just as a job, but an opportunity to extend, progress or consolidate your career with us.  We therefore offer you opportunities to be supported in the following ways:

• Salary package a range of benefits (including living expenses such as mortgage, rent, utility bills and groceries) up to $9,010 each FBT year + $2,650 for Meal Entertainment expenses each FBT year Click here more information
• Access to generous leave provisions and professional development opportunities
• Support for you and your family via our free Employee Assistance Program
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to BHFLHN staff and their families.

WHAT ELSE DO YOU NEED TO KNOW/WHAT IS ESSENTIAL FOR SUCCESS?

Working in this environment, it is important to us that we only employ people with the upmost integrity and commitment to serving the South Australian community and its visitors to the highest possible standards.  To ensure that we meet that commitment there are a few checks that you will be required to undertake.  These are detailed on the Role Description, but are likely to include the following:

• You will need to be immunised. Please contact the Enquiries Person for this position if you have any queries.  Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy. Further information is in the application for to help guide you. 
• You will need to undergo employment screening, what you require is also on the front page of the Role Description.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We employ people as diverse as the clients we support and the environments we work in.  At BHFLHN we pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees and therefore we encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.  We continually look for ways to support and promote diversity and flexible ways of working so please let us know what interests you. 

NEED TO RELOCATE?

Relocation financial support may be negotiated, subject to eligibility.  See what is available here: Relocation support | SA Health.   Find out more about working in the Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network, and see what it looks like to work and live in regional Australia at: 

HELP IS HERE

Please refer to all the details in the Role Description below (Job ref: , or reach out to Elsbeth Lions, Business Support Manager on Phone: or via E-mail: 

To find out what you need to apply, and what is required to be offered a role, please refer to the Applicant Checklist BHFLHN Applicant   Please also click here for our Australian applicant guidelines

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DON'T HESITATE  Applications Close on 20 November 2025, 11:55PM

Eligibility: Open to everyone

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