Paediatric Occupational Therapist

2026 Graduate Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Grow your skills, confidence, and impact — in a place that values connection, learning, and meaningful work.

About Happy Learners

At
Happy Learners Therapy Services
, we know great therapy starts with supported therapists.

Happy Learners has been a trusted provider of paediatric occupational therapy for more than
11 years
on Brisbane's Southside.

We're an
NDIS-registered provider
with a team of
10 OTs
— from passionate new graduates to highly experienced senior clinicians — who work together to deliver high-quality, evidence-informed care for children and families.

Our mission is to help children and young people access and participate fully in their everyday activities. Through play-based and meaningful engagement, we support development, build essential skills, foster independence, and empower families.

Why Join Happy Learners

• Graduate and Early Career Salary
  $78k -$90k base plus superannuation, CPD allowance ($2500 p.a.), bonus program, parental leave program, travel allowance & additional leave flexibility.
• Strong start, steady growth
  – 16-week graded caseload introduction, with structured support to build confidence.
• Tailored Graduate Program
  – graded caseload build, shadowing with seniors, learning sessions with senior OTs, induction week, weekly 1:1 supervision, plus monthly peer supervision.
• Genuine learning culture
  – $2,500 PD allowance + internal learning and growth opportunities, fortnightly in-house PD sessions, and quarterly school holiday team days.
• Dedicated admin time
  – protected blocks built into your week (no after-hours notes)
• Great systems and support
  – laptop and resources provided, templates ready, and a warm admin team who've got your back
• Manageable, sustainable KPIs
  – achieve your goals and reach bonus sooner.
• Supportive and welcoming team
  – open-plan office, approachable leadership, creative collaboration. We celebrate wins, share ideas, and make space for fun.
• Modern clinic in Springwood
  – Therapy spaces designed for play, creativity, and connection (plus great coffee nearby)
• Clear
  career progression pathway
  from Graduate → Early Career → Experienced → Senior OT (up to $120k + super + additional perks)

Your week in practice

• A balanced mix of clinic-based sessions and local community visits (within 30 min radius, planned for daily flow).
• Play-based, evidence informed and strengths-focused therapy for children and teens (2-17 yrs)
• Collaboration with families, educators, and other therapists
• Protected time for prep, notes, reports, and reflection
• Regular supervision and mentoring with experienced and senior OTs who love teaching and cheering you on
• Team lunches, daily laughs — and
  half-day Fridays

About You

• Final-year OT student or recent graduate (eligible for AHPRA registration)
• Passionate about paediatrics, play, and helping children thrive
• Reflective, kind, and collaborative — you value teamwork and communication
• Hold a current Blue Card (QLD), NDIS Worker Check and driver's licence

The Opportunity

• Graduate & Early Career Salary:
  $78k – $90k + super + bonus program + $2500 PD + travel allowance + parental leave + leave flexibility
• Half-day Fridays
  to support that work-life balance (extend your weekend)
• Paediatric Caseload
• balanced clinic and community
• Experienced, collaborative, and highly supportive team
• Long-term, secure role with a trusted paediatric OT provider of 11+ years
• Start date:
  January / February 2026
  (negotiable)

Apply or Learn More

Your next chapter's calling… and it might just be from Springwood.

Apply today — we've saved you a seat at
Happy Learners
.

Send your cover letter and resume to or apply here. OR Call to have a confidential chat with our director, Bek.

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