Paediatric Occupational Therapist

2 hours ago

Springwood QLD, Australia Happy Learners Occupational Therapy Full time $78,000 - $90,000 per year

2026 Graduate and Early Career 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 passionate team of 10 OTs — from early career 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, early weeks are learning focused, weekly 1:1 supervision, plus monthly peer supervision & ad hoc support across your week.
  • 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, report and other 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 work-life balance (extend your weekend)
  • Paediatric Caseload - balanced clinic and community
  • Experienced, collaborative, and highly supportive team
  • Supported and 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 via Indeed. OR Call to have a confidential chat with our director, Bek.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $78,000.00 – $90,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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