Occupational Therapist - Australia
Primary Care ⫽ AHP
London, London
£43,000 - £53,000 per Annum
Permanent, Full time
Desirable Skills
functional assessments, home modifications, Rehabilitation, direct occupational therapy interventions, NDIS, Assisted Technology Knowledge, Aged Care
Job description
Are you a qualified Occupational Therapist ready for a new chapter and an exciting career change in Australia?
A new opportunity has arisen within a thriving, well-established allied health clinic in Ballarat Australia.
Frontier Consulting is working in partnership with this clinic to recruit motivated Occupational Therapists looking to relocate and build a long-term career within a supportive and structured clinical environment.
Your Role
You will deliver high-quality, client-centred occupational therapy services across NDIS and My Aged Care settings, supporting clients to improve independence, function, and quality of life.
Your responsibilities will include:
· Conducting comprehensive functional assessments using evidence-based tools
· Developing and implementing individualised, goal-based treatment plans
· Assessing and prescribing assistive technology (mobility aids, adaptive equipment, etc.)
· Recommending and supporting home modifications to improve safety and independence
· Delivering direct occupational therapy interventions across community settings
· Monitoring and reviewing client progress using outcome measures
· Maintaining accurate, timely clinical documentation in line with professional standards
· Collaborating closely within a multidisciplinary allied health team
You will work alongside physiotherapists, speech pathologists, behaviour support practitioners, and care coordinators in a highly collaborative environment.
Why This role stands out
This is a structured and supportive clinical role within an established allied health service where clinical quality, supervision, and professional development are prioritised.
You will benefit from:
· Regular clinical supervision with experienced senior clinicians
· Strong emphasis on evidence-based practice and continuous improvement
· Exposure to a diverse and growing NDIS and aged care caseload
· A highly collaborative multidisciplinary team environment
· Clear systems, structured workflows, and strong operational support
This is an opportunity to build a long-term OT career in Australia with full clinical and relocation support.
What's on offer:
· Salary: £80,000 - $100,000 AUD + super (approx. £42,000 - £53,000) per annum
· Relocation support package available
· Visa support and relocation assistance (where applicable)
· Diverse NDIS & My Aged Care caseload
· Structured supervision and career development pathways
· Opportunity to develop specialist clinical interests
· Strong multidisciplinary team support
Key skills and requirements:
· Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent internationally recognised qualification)
· Current registration with relevant professional body (e.g.HCPC or equivalent)
· Strong clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice approach
· Excellent communication and client-centred care skills
· Minimum 2-3 years' experience in NDIS, aged care, or community practice (desirable)
We welcome applications from internationally trained Occupational Therapists, with strong interest in candidates from the UK and Ireland, as well as other comparable healthcare systems.
Location - Ballarat, Victoria
Ballarat is a growing regional healthcare hub offering strong clinical infrastructure, affordable living, and an excellent lifestyle balance. It provides easy access to Melbourne while maintaining a relaxed, family-friendly community environment with strong healthcare demand and expanding services.
Apply now to explore this opportunity and take the next step in your career and lifestyle journey.
Contact Mark O'Connor on +44 7485 931332 or email your CV to AHP@frontierconsulting.com
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Frontier Consulting
National House, Wardour Street, Soho, City of London, W1F 0TA, United Kingdom