2025 graduates, early career and experienced therapists welcome to apply!

Seeking an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to support students and schools across Roma, Charleville and surrounding areas, commencing January 2026.

Ideal for Occupational Therapists passionate about inclusive education and fostering student success in dynamic regional and remote school environments!

Job details

About the Department of Education

With over 1,200 schools spanning across the state of Queensland, the Department of Education is one of the largest public sector providers.

The Department of Education employs over 100 FTE (full time equivalent) occupational therapists across the state to support the access, participation and achievement of students with disability.

A Role with Purpose

• In Queensland state schools, Occupational Therapists support students with disability to access, participate and achieve in all school activities
• This is a 1.0 FTE (full time) position however part time applications will be considered
• Base location is negotiable within the circuit of allocated schools (including Miles, Roma, Charleville and Cunnamulla). Please enquire if you have a specific location requirement
• This position includes some overnight/multi day travel. The Department supports hybrid service delivery (face to face and virtual) and provides support in building telepractice capability
• Working in the Darling Downs South West region, you will experience genuine country hospitality, a strong sense of community and the perfect location for exploring all that outback Queensland has to offer, while remaining within driving distance to South East QLD

In this role you will:

• Develop and implement best practice, inclusive occupational therapy services in schools
• Form collaborative partnerships with schools, health professionals and families to enhance the participation and wellbeing of students with disability
• Support school staff to implement reasonable adjustments through capability building, curriculum co- planning, resource development and school improvement initiatives
• Further your professional knowledge and skills in paediatric OT practices, through the development of responsive, contemporary tiered service models that address barriers to student learning

What you can expect in return:

• Salary sacrificing and novated lease programs available
• Flexible work arrangements e.g. accrued time off for school holidays in additional to 4 weeks annual recreation leave
• 12.75% super contributions (plus up to 5% personal superannuation contribution)
• No ‘on call', weekend or shift work
• Public Service Award conditions with Health Professional pay aligned with QLD Health
• Subsidised departmental housing and relocation entitlements may be available – please ask if this would assist you!
• Laptop and mobile phone provided
• Access to fleet vehicles and travel allowance
• Locality allowance paid

In addition, you will also receive:

• Comprehensive 6-month induction program followed by ongoing clinical skills program
• Support for professional development in work hours (minimum 5 days per year) and professional development allowance paid directly
• Structured professional supervision (minimum 10 hours per term) for your first 2 years with the department
• Ongoing peer support and mentoring from experienced therapists
• Resource grant for therapy assessment, resource and equipment purchases
• Employee assistance and wellbeing programs

For more information please see the attached Role Description and Occupational Therapy Services brochure.

Mandatory requirements:

• Possession of a degree in occupational therapy
• Current membership with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency) OR eligibility to holdregistration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency).

Interested? To Apply: 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Occupational Therpay and Physiotherapy Services Fact Sheet (PDF, 968KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  DSR647617_25P - Role Description (PDF, 242KB)
  Role Description