Occupational Therapist
Port Lincoln, SA, Australia2w ago
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- Salary
- $104K–$116K/yr
- Location
- Port Lincoln, SA, Australia
- Work style
- Onsite
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- Healthcare
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- Posted
- 2w ago
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About the role
Job Title: Occupational Therapist
Position Type: Education Support Officer (ESO) – Other ProfessionalsEmployment Status: Permanent / Fixed-Term (negotiable) Commencement Date: By negotiation FTE: Full-time / Part-time negotiable Classification: ESO Grade 6
Salary: $104,369 - $116,160 per annum (pro-rata) (salary negotiated based on qualifications and experience)Applications Close: Monday, 16 November 2026 at 9:00am
Note: Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and suitable applicants may be shortlisted for interview prior to the closing date. St Joseph's School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the application close date.
About Us
St Joseph's School is a Preschool to Year 12 co-educational Catholic school situated in beautiful Port Lincoln, providing an inclusive and supportive environment where every student is encouraged to thrive.
Our Catholic values of faith, hope and love shape all that we do, fostering strong relationships, personal growth and a lifelong passion for learning.
About the Role
St Joseph's School is seeking a qualified and passionate Occupational Therapist to join our student wellbeing and learning support team. Working within a collaborative and inclusive P-12 school community in the beautiful coastal city of Port Lincoln, you will provide specialist occupational therapy services that support students' learning, participation, engagement and wellbeing. Partnering with students, families, educators and external service providers, you will play a key role in identifying student needs, implementing evidence-based interventions, fostering inclusive education practices, and empowering children and young people to thrive and reach their full potential.
What You'll Do
Conduct occupational therapy assessments and evaluations
In collaboration with Inclusive Education Leaders and Assistant Principal of Wellbeing, develop and implement evidence-based interventions for individual students and small groups
Work collaboratively with teachers and education support staff to enhance student participation and learning outcomes
Provide specialist advice and recommendations to school staff and families
Liaise with external agencies and allied health providers
Maintain professional records, reports and case documentation
Contribute to a culture of inclusion, wellbeing and student success throughout the school community
Why St Joseph’s School
At St Joseph's School, we:
Foster inclusive and student-centred learning environments
Value collaboration across multidisciplinary teams
Support ongoing professional learning and development
Promote strong partnerships with families and the wider community
Prioritise student wellbeing, engagement and achievement
What We Offer
Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
Professional development opportunities
Supportive and collaborative school environment
Salary Sacrifice packaging (Maxxia)
About You
We welcome experienced Occupational Therapists who demonstrate:
A commitment to supporting children and young people
Strong clinical knowledge and experience in occupational therapy practice
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a school setting
Effective organisational, record-keeping and case management skills
A commitment to ongoing professional learning and development
An understanding of, and commitment to, Catholic education and the ethos of our school
Role Requirements
Degree qualification in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent)
Current registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (AHPRA)
Experience working with children and young people, particularly those with additional needs, is highly desirable
Current Working with Children Check
Current Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect (RRHAN-EC) certification, or willingness to obtain
First Aid Certificate in an Education and Care Setting, or willingness to obtain
Catholic Education South Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people. Screening requirements apply.
Position Information Document
For further information, please refer to the Position Information Document (PID).
Seek: Select Apply to view the full job description and access the PID.
CESA Jobs: Select the Position Description button within the How to Apply section to view the PID.
Further Information
School Website: https://www.sjspl.catholic.edu.au/
School Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StJosephsSchoolPortLincoln/
Employment Opportunities: https://www.sjspl.catholic.edu.au/employment/
How to Apply
To submit your application, please include:
A cover letter addressing your suitability for the role
Curriculum Vitae
Relevant qualifications and professional registrations
Provide your registration number and associated registrar body: Occupational Therapy Board of Australia or the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
3 professional referees and current or most recent Line Manager
Position Type: Education Support Officer (ESO) – Other ProfessionalsEmployment Status: Permanent / Fixed-Term (negotiable) Commencement Date: By negotiation FTE: Full-time / Part-time negotiable Classification: ESO Grade 6
Salary: $104,369 - $116,160 per annum (pro-rata) (salary negotiated based on qualifications and experience)Applications Close: Monday, 16 November 2026 at 9:00am
Note: Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and suitable applicants may be shortlisted for interview prior to the closing date. St Joseph's School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the application close date.
About Us
St Joseph's School is a Preschool to Year 12 co-educational Catholic school situated in beautiful Port Lincoln, providing an inclusive and supportive environment where every student is encouraged to thrive.
Our Catholic values of faith, hope and love shape all that we do, fostering strong relationships, personal growth and a lifelong passion for learning.
About the Role
St Joseph's School is seeking a qualified and passionate Occupational Therapist to join our student wellbeing and learning support team. Working within a collaborative and inclusive P-12 school community in the beautiful coastal city of Port Lincoln, you will provide specialist occupational therapy services that support students' learning, participation, engagement and wellbeing. Partnering with students, families, educators and external service providers, you will play a key role in identifying student needs, implementing evidence-based interventions, fostering inclusive education practices, and empowering children and young people to thrive and reach their full potential.
What You'll Do
Conduct occupational therapy assessments and evaluations
In collaboration with Inclusive Education Leaders and Assistant Principal of Wellbeing, develop and implement evidence-based interventions for individual students and small groups
Work collaboratively with teachers and education support staff to enhance student participation and learning outcomes
Provide specialist advice and recommendations to school staff and families
Liaise with external agencies and allied health providers
Maintain professional records, reports and case documentation
Contribute to a culture of inclusion, wellbeing and student success throughout the school community
Why St Joseph’s School
At St Joseph's School, we:
Foster inclusive and student-centred learning environments
Value collaboration across multidisciplinary teams
Support ongoing professional learning and development
Promote strong partnerships with families and the wider community
Prioritise student wellbeing, engagement and achievement
What We Offer
Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
Professional development opportunities
Supportive and collaborative school environment
Salary Sacrifice packaging (Maxxia)
About You
We welcome experienced Occupational Therapists who demonstrate:
A commitment to supporting children and young people
Strong clinical knowledge and experience in occupational therapy practice
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a school setting
Effective organisational, record-keeping and case management skills
A commitment to ongoing professional learning and development
An understanding of, and commitment to, Catholic education and the ethos of our school
Role Requirements
Degree qualification in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent)
Current registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (AHPRA)
Experience working with children and young people, particularly those with additional needs, is highly desirable
Current Working with Children Check
Current Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect (RRHAN-EC) certification, or willingness to obtain
First Aid Certificate in an Education and Care Setting, or willingness to obtain
Catholic Education South Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people. Screening requirements apply.
Position Information Document
For further information, please refer to the Position Information Document (PID).
Seek: Select Apply to view the full job description and access the PID.
CESA Jobs: Select the Position Description button within the How to Apply section to view the PID.
Further Information
School Website: https://www.sjspl.catholic.edu.au/
School Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StJosephsSchoolPortLincoln/
Employment Opportunities: https://www.sjspl.catholic.edu.au/employment/
How to Apply
To submit your application, please include:
A cover letter addressing your suitability for the role
Curriculum Vitae
Relevant qualifications and professional registrations
Provide your registration number and associated registrar body: Occupational Therapy Board of Australia or the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
3 professional referees and current or most recent Line Manager