Paediatric Occupational Therapist (Graduate & Early Career)
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.
Benefits & Support for Graduates
Graduate and Early Career Salary
$78k -$90k base plus superannuation, CPD allowance ($**** 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)
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
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 + $**** 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 **** (negotiable)
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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