The Opportunity:

Role: Physiotherapist or Exercise Physiologist (Fixed Term, 0.6 FTE) @ 22.8 hours per week
Location: Mancel College, Fig Tree Pocket (Brisbane)
Contract: Fixed term until end of March 2026 (Parental Leave Cover)

Embrace the chance to become an integral part of the Mancel College Allied Health team as a Physiotherapist or Exercise Physiologist.

At Mancel College, our commitment is to provide high-quality, contemporary, and evidence-based therapeutic services. As an Allied Health Professional with us, you'll work in close collaboration with the college teaching team and a multi-disciplinary allied health team, collectively striving to achieve impactful educational outcomes for our students.

Being a part of Mancel College means contributing beyond the classroom. Our Allied Health Professionals actively participate in college-wide events such as Cross Country and College Camps, enriching the lives of our students both within the classroom and beyond.

About the Role:

This is not your typical clinical Physiotherapist or Exercise Physiologist role. It's an opportunity to reimagine your profession, to make a direct and lasting impact on the learning, confidence, and wellbeing of students with Language Disorder.

As a Physiotherapist/Exercise Physiologist at Mancel College, you’ll:

Deliver evidence-informed assessments and interventions aligned with best practice.

Collaborate with educators, families, and other allied health professionals to build inclusive, movement-friendly learning environments.

Develop targeted programs to support students’ participation, regulation, and physical wellbeing.

Use data and reflection to inform your practice and adapt approaches that work.

Document clearly and responsibly to meet professional, organisational, and funding requirements.

What We’re Looking For

You’re a values-driven professional who’s:

3+ years' experience as a Physiotherapist or Exercise Physiologist

Experienced in working with children or young people (school-based or paediatric experience is ideal)

Experienced working with children and/or young people with a disability (highly desirable)

Qualified and registered (AHPRA)

Able to think creatively and adapt strategies to different settings and learners

Collaborative, curious, and ready to share your expertise while learning from others

With our new and fully equipped on site pool at Mancel College, experience in Hydrotherapy is desirable.

Why Language Disorder Australia and Mancel College:

Mancel College is part of Language Disorder Australia, the peak body for children and young people with Language Disorder in Australia.

At Language Disorder Australia we make extraordinary outcomes happen for those with Language Disorder across all aspects of life, opening up new pathways that allow children and young people to achieve beyond what anyone imagined possible.

Mancel College is a specialist Prep to Year 12 school for students with Language Disorder. Our students come from far and wide, with many of our families becoming part of the local community or commuting from the wider Brisbane area.

Our expert team of teachers, therapists and support staff at Mancel College ensures that our students fulfil their learning and communication potential while overcoming barriers, allowing them to become confident, independent people, achieving extraordinary outcomes.

We provide the Australian curriculum with a differentiated teaching model to meet the needs of every individual. Speech therapy, occupational therapy and physiotherapy are integrated throughout.

We also offer a range of wonderful activities through our co-curricular programmes. Excellence is achieved through a collaborative approach between teaching and allied health staff to accomplish the best outcomes for each student.

By joining us, you become an integral part of a passionate community that values Service, Passion, Excellence, Accountability, Kindness, Empowerment, and Respect.

Benefits:

What can we give you in return for your passion:

An Exceptionally Satisfying Experience
Witness the transformative impact of your teaching as students discover their strengths, build confidence, and embrace healthy lifestyles.

Professional Development
Broaden your expertise with opportunities for internal and external training, transdisciplinary collaboration, and potential for career progression.

More Take-Home Pay
As a Not-for-Profit, we offer Salary Packaging options to boost your take-home pay by 6%–12% per annum (up to $7,500 more in your pocket rather than taxes).

Annual Salary Progression
Enjoy annual increments plus a yearly 3% salary increase as outlined in our Enterprise Agreement.

Additional Extras
17.5% annual leave loading, 1 day of paid Health Screening Leave, 14 weeks Paid Parental Leave, discounts with Medibank Health Insurance, and Novated Car Leasing options.

Want to know more:

We love to chat! If you have any questions or would like a copy of the Position Description, contact Nik Kezovski, HR Manager at [email protected]

Find more information on Mancel College: https://mancelcollege.qld.edu.au/
Find Information on Language Disorder Australia: www.languagedisorder.org.au

How do I apply:

Simple!

Update your current Resume and personalise your Cover Letter.

Click Apply.

Submit your attachments and answer the employer’s questions.

Applications will remain current and form part of our talent pool for future roles.

Language Disorder Australia is committed to safe and supportive work practices as a child safe organisation. All workers are required to participate in security screening relevant to their role including Criminal History/Police checks, Teacher Registration or Relevant Body checks, identification and references checks, Working With Children Checks, and disclosing any information relevant to eligibility to engage in activities involving children and young people. Our workers are required to understand and follow the Child Protection Policy and Processes.

Language Disorder Australia is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities, ensuring equal opportunities for all qualified candidates. We believe in providing a space where you can thrive, contribute, and make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people with Language Disorder.