Occupational Therapist

Key performance areas

Learner Assessment and Intervention

• Conduct occupational therapy assessments to identify developmental, sensory, cognitive, physical, and functional barriers to learning.

• Develop and implement individualised intervention plans.

• Provide direct therapeutic support to learners requiring occupational therapy services.

• Monitor learner progress and adapt interventions as required.

• Assist learners in achieving optimal independence and participation within the school environment.

Learner Support and Development

• Support learners experiencing barriers to learning and participation.

• Promote the development of fine motor, visual perceptual, sensory processing, executive functioning, and self-regulation skills.

• Provide strategies and accommodations that enhance learner success and wellbeing.

• Foster learner confidence, resilience, and independence.

Collaboration and Multidisciplinary Support

• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, educational psychologists, counsellors, and other specialists.

• Provide recommendations and support strategies to educators to assist learners within the classroom environment.

• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and learner support initiatives.

• Contribute to the school\'s inclusive education and learner wellness programmes.

Parent and Family Engagement

• Communicate professionally and effectively with parents regarding learner assessments, interventions, and progress.

• Provide guidance and practical recommendations to support learners at home.

• Conduct parent consultations as required.

Administration and Reporting

• Maintain accurate learner records, assessment reports, intervention plans, and progress notes.

• Prepare professional reports and recommendations in accordance with HPCSA requirements and best practice standards.

• Ensure confidentiality and ethical management of learner information.

• Meet all reporting and administrative deadlines.

Prevention and Wellness Initiatives

• Develop and implement programmes that promote learner wellbeing and developmental success.

• Conduct screenings to identify learners who may require additional support.

• Facilitate workshops and awareness programmes for learners, teachers, and parents where appropriate.

• Support preventive interventions aimed at enhancing learner participation and academic achievement.

Professional Development

• Remain informed of current trends, research, and best practices in occupational therapy and education.

• Participate in ongoing professional development activities.

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of learner support services within the school.

Qualifications, experience and skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy.

• Current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).

• Relevant experience working with school-aged children and adolescents.

• Knowledge of learning barriers, sensory integration, fine motor development, visual perceptual skills, and school readiness.

• Experience in educational or school-based occupational therapy will be advantageous.

• Excellent communication, report-writing, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong organisational, administrative, and time-management abilities.

• A passion for supporting learners and promoting inclusive education.

Closing date: 06 November 2026 .