At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide playful and purposeful therapy to kids as an OT/SLP.
- Company: Kids at Play Therapy Services, a supportive paediatric clinic in Ipswich.
- Benefits: Structured onboarding, flexible hours, competitive PD budget, and admin support.
- Other info: Enjoy a connected team culture with opportunities for growth and community outreach.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team dedicated to making a real difference in children's lives.
- Qualifications: New grads and experienced clinicians welcome; passion for paediatrics is key.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
Kids at Play Therapy Services – Ipswich QLD
Ready to start working somewhere that actually gets what support looks like? At Kids at Play Therapy Services, we believe therapy should be playful, purposeful, and people-first — for kids and the clinicians who support them. We’ve refined our onboarding program in direct response to what early career or the most experienced clinicians need — structure, support, flexibility, and a whole lot of heart. If you’re a new grad, early career OT/SLP or experienced clinician looking to build strong foundations (without the overwhelm), we’d love to meet you. You will join a team of over 15 clinicians all based in one location.
What You’ll Love (Because We’ve Been Listening to OT/SLP’s Want)
- Structured Onboarding & Clinical Supervision
- A 2-week supported induction period (with full shadowing of all clinicians across the clinic)
- Gradual caseload increase and lower new graduate caseload across the first 12 months.
- A 12-month learning journey with mapped goals
- 1:1 Weekly supervision/mentoring with internal and external OT/SLP for new graduates
- 1:1 Fortnightly supervision/mentoring with internal and external OT/SLP for early career and experienced clinicians
- Supportive, Connected Team Culture
- Weekly team check-ins
- A friendly, open-door vibe (with no silly questions)
- Admin who have your back, and mentors who actually make time for you
- Real PD Opportunities
- Dedicated PD budget
- Paid study leave
- Internal PD series tailored to paediatric practice, including professional PD from experts in the fields, including Psychiatrists and Paediatricians
- Cross-disciplinary learning from in-house SLPs, Psychs, Physios & Dietitians
- Flexible Work-Life Balance
- Choose hours that work for you (full-time, part-time, school-friendly)
- Admin support so you can focus on clinical work
- Realistic expectations — we grow caseloads slowly and with care
- Schedules are designed around individual clinicians, accommodating early starts or late finishes, or a 9-day fortnight. Anything is possible.
- Purpose-Driven Practice
- We’re a paediatric-only clinic with a heart.
- Neuro-affirming, family-centred, and play-based
- Opportunities to find your niche or try a bit of everything
- Outreach across schools, early learning and home environments
- Community-focused and deeply embedded in the Ipswich region
What the Role Includes:
- Paediatric OT/SLP across early intervention, motor skills, sensory, emotional regulation & more
- Caseload built gradually with your interests in mind
- Clinic-based with optional outreach to schools, homes, kindys
- Full-time or part-time available — let’s design it around you
What You’ll Get:
- Supervision & senior mentoring that genuinely supports you
- Annual PD budget + paid PD leave
- Admin support from an absolute dream team
- Laptop, assessment tools, and therapy resources provided
- The chance to join a workplace that prioritises joy, not burnout
Occupational Therapist and Speech Pathologist employer: Kids At Play Therapy Services
At Kids at Play Therapy Services in Ipswich QLD, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that truly understands the importance of support for both our clinicians and the children we serve. Our structured onboarding, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a flexible work-life balance create a nurturing environment where you can thrive as an Occupational Therapist and Speech Pathologist. Join our passionate team and experience a culture that values connection, collaboration, and joy in your work.
Contact Details:
Kids At Play Therapy Services Recruitment Team
