Clinical Team Leader (Occupational Therapy)

Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist ready to take the lead?

Sensational Kids is on the lookout for a motivated and experienced OT to join our team as a Clinical Team Leader. This is a meaningful leadership opportunity for a clinician who still loves client work but is equally passionate about mentoring others and shaping team culture. We’d love to welcome a new leader to our team — someone who brings warmth, wisdom, and a great sense of team spirit.

We’re a fun, supportive, and values-driven paediatric allied health practice where collaboration and kindness are central to how we work. If you’re passionate about supporting kids, developing clinicians, strong collegial connections and growing as a leader within a fun, values-driven, multidisciplinary team — we’d love to meet you!

Why work for Sensational Kids?

We’ve ranked 4th in Healthcare in the 2023 AFR Best Places to Work Awards — and for good reason! With 18+ years of paediatric experience, we offer a vibrant, supportive environment where people genuinely care about each other. Sensational Kids offers therapy in a fun, collaborative and values-driven environment. Our multidisciplinary team includes OTs, Speech Pathologists, Psychologists, Music Therapists, Dietitians and Counsellors.

Sensational Kids is a values-driven practice committed to creating a workplace that values integrity, learning, fun, professionalism and innovation. We’re proud of the culture we’ve created and remain staunchly committed to prioritising high-quality care for families and a safe, rewarding work experience for our team.

About the role

Location: Sensational Kids Kensington, VIC

Type: Permanent Part-Time (4 days) or Full-Time – 30 to 38 hours/week, Mon–Fri

This is a blended role that includes both clinical work and team leadership. As a Clinical Team Leader, you’ll support your colleagues to grow and succeed, while continuing to deliver best-practice therapy yourself.

As Clinical Team Leader, you’ll:

• Provide general clinical guidance, sharing your expertise to support a multidisciplinary team of clinicians
• Facilitate clinical reviews, debriefs and case discussions
• Support therapists to manage their caseloads effectively and meet professional goals
• Contribute to onboarding and training of new team members
• Monitor and promote team wellbeing, and liaise with management to address emerging needs
• Assist with client triage, resource development, and quality improvement initiatives
• Maintain a reduced personal caseload, delivering high-quality therapy to a diverse range of children and families
• Collaborate with other Clinical Team Leaders and the broader leadership team to keep improving the way we work
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement, and staff onboarding
• Collaborate with leadership and management on staff wellbeing, recruitment, and client care
• Provide clinical supervision to other Occupational Therapists (internally and potentially externally)
• Foster a positive, high-performing team culture
• This role is perfect for someone who enjoys mentoring others, thrives in a team, and is ready to lead with warmth, openness, professionalism, and purpose.

Essential selection criteria and requirements for the role

• Full AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist
• Current Working With Children Check & NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Your own Professional Indemnity Insurance
• 4+ years of clinical experience, with paediatric experience preferred
• A team player with a collaborative spirit and willingness to grow
• Experience working with an NDIS participants caseload
• A collaborative spirit, a strong ethical foundation, and a love for teamwork
• Leadership or supervisory experience within allied health
• A collaborative mindset and a genuine interest in supporting others
• Strong understanding of the NDIA or eagerness to further develop knowledge
• You must be able to work in Australia on a permanent basis

Perks & Benefits – What you’ll receive when working at Sensational Kids

• 9.5 hours (FTE) of admin time each week to support balance
• Structured onboarding and Foundational Skills Programs
• Dedicated supervisor and peer support from other Clinical Team Leaders
• 4 weeks of annual leave + 2 days of wellbeing leave each year
• Generous professional development budget + paid PD leave
• Whole team Team Days devoted to professional development and wellbeing
• Purpose-built therapy spaces and your own dedicated room and computer
• Access to a huge resource library
• DIR Floortime training and ongoing in-house support
• Clinic Admin and Therapy Assistant teams to support your workflow
• A vibrant multidisciplinary team and strong peer support
• Supportive leadership and clear communication
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + staff recognition and Rewards Program
• Regular team socials, a genuinely positive culture, and leadership that cares
• Reimbursement for travel and paid travel time, where applicable
• Remuneration above award and based on experience

How to Apply

To apply, please email your CV and a brief cover letter addressing the key criteria.

For questions, contact Amber Day on (03) 8560 4050 or email amber.d@sensationalkids.com.au

Applications are open now — start date immediately but there is some flexibility for the right candidate.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $90,000.00 – $110,000.00 per year (gross FTE plus superannuaion)