At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver personalised occupational therapy to children and families in a supportive environment.
- Company: Join Spriggle Kids, a not-for-profit focused on children's health and development.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, manageable caseloads, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and help shape future therapy programs.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a beautiful, nature-inspired setting.
- Qualifications: Recognised Occupational Therapy qualification and current AHPRA registration required.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
A different kind of workplace. A chance to make a real difference. Imagine working with children in a beautiful, nature-inspired environment, with a manageable caseload, dedicated documentation time and the opportunity to help build something meaningful.
At Spriggle Kids, we’re creating a different kind of paediatric allied health service — one that puts children, families and clinicians at the centre of everything we do. Based on 45 acres in Balnarring Beach on the Mornington Peninsula, our growing not-for-profit organisation brings together therapy, education and developmental programs in a welcoming, natural setting.
We’re looking for passionate Occupational Therapists to join us as we grow.
Why join Spriggle Kids?
- Manageable caseload: Approximately four client sessions per day once established, allowing time for quality therapy and clinical documentation.
- Flexible working arrangements: Full-time and part-time opportunities to suit your lifestyle.
- Beautiful workplace: Work in a nature-inspired setting across 45 acres near Balnarring Beach.
- Multidisciplinary environment: Collaborate with clinicians and educators supporting children with diverse developmental needs.
- Make your mark: Help shape our OT services, therapy spaces and future programs.
- Meaningful work: Join a not-for-profit organisation focused on making a genuine difference for children and families.
- Professional growth: Opportunities for professional development, mentoring and involvement in service development.
About the role
You’ll deliver individualised, evidence-informed occupational therapy to children and families, focusing on meaningful functional outcomes and participation in everyday life. Your work may include:
- Paediatric OT assessments and ongoing intervention
- Sensory processing, emotional regulation and executive functioning
- Fine and gross motor development
- Daily living skills and independence
- Play, social participation and school readiness
- Parent and caregiver education
- Functional capacity assessments and clinical reporting
- Collaboration with families, educators and other therapists
We want our therapists to have the time and flexibility to deliver quality care, rather than focusing solely on high appointment volumes.
Who we’re looking for
We’re interested in hearing from both experienced paediatric OTs and clinicians looking to transition into paediatric practice. You’ll need:
- A recognised Occupational Therapy qualification
- Current AHPRA registration
- A current Working with Children Check, or willingness to obtain one before commencing child-related work
- Strong communication and clinical documentation skills
- A collaborative, child- and family-centred approach
- An interest in supporting neurodivergent children and children with developmental differences
- Paediatric experience is highly regarded, but we also welcome applicants with transferable experience and a genuine passion for working with children.
About Spriggle Kids
Spriggle Kids Inc. is a Victorian incorporated not-for-profit organisation developing an integrated children’s therapy and education hub. Our vision is to create a place where children can access occupational therapy, speech pathology, developmental programs and tailored education support in an environment that celebrates individual differences. We’re building a service where clinicians have a voice, families feel supported and children have opportunities to thrive.
Questions? email Luke - ****@sprigglekids.org.au
Occupational Therapist in Melbourne employer: Spriggle Kids Inc.
Spriggle Kids is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work in a beautiful, nature-inspired environment on the Mornington Peninsula. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team that values flexibility and innovation in delivering high-quality occupational therapy services. Join us at this exciting stage of growth, where your contributions will directly shape our programs and support for children and families.
