Job title: Occupational Therapist - Paediatrics
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Allied Health
Salary type: Annual
Salary: negotiable
Job published: 2026-08-13
Job ID: 40419
Contact name: David Cameron
Phone number: +61423138222
Contact email: david@morhealthcare.com.au

Job Description

Paediatric Occupational Therapist | Sensory & Movement Based | Western Sydney, South West Sydney & Inner West

I work with the best movement based paediatric clinics across Western Sydney, South West Sydney, and the Inner West, including areas around Parramatta, Liverpool, Bankstown, Campbelltown, Fairfield, and Strathfield. I look for the ones with the best gyms and best culture, because kids who need support deserve resources and supported clinicians.

No silos on wheels - real collaboration, real movement, real culture, real leadership.

Sensory and movement based practice

These movement based clinics treat sensory processing, motor coordination, praxis, emotional regulation, and daily living skills. Each has a purpose-built sensory gym with swings, climbing, and movement space. Therapy is child-led, strengths-based, play-based, and movement based. Sessions use swings, climbing, heavy work, and play to build regulation and independence that carries into home, school, and community life.

The role

As the paediatric Occupational Therapist, you will:

  • Assess sensory processing, motor skills, and participation
  • Plan and run sensory and movement based individual and group sessions
  • Deliver Ayres Sensory Integration and DIR Floortime informed intervention
  • Work across clinic, home, school, and community settings (location based on child's needs!)
  • Write reports and partner with families, educators, and other disciplines

The support

  • Structured 1:1 mentoring with a gradual caseload build
  • Dedicated admin support for bookings and paperwork
  • Regular supervision and a PD budget
  • A 4-day week option with realistic, therapist-designed targets.
  • Proactive burnout prevention strategies -  ask the hard questions so you've got answers.

About you

  • Registered Occupational Therapist (AHPRA) with a real interest in paediatric, sensory and movement based practice
  • New to Ayres Sensory Integration or DIR Floortime? That's okay. A passion for kids and play-based intervention is a must
  • Curious, reflective, and team-minded
  • New graduates and early career OTs are welcome and fully supported

Requirements

  • OT qualification and AHPRA registration
  • Working With Children Check and National Police Check
  • Driver's licence and vehicle access
  • NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willingness to obtain one

Salary

$75,000 to $115,000 per year, depending on experience and the clinic you match with. Potentially higher for Team Leader roles.

Apply

Reach out however suits you. A quick chat on the phone, a LinkedIn request, or send your CV. All welcome.

Phone: 0423 138 222

Email: david@morhealthcare.com.au

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/davidcameron-peopleforpurpose