Allied Health Assistant (Food Play) – Hervey Bay, QLD

Flexible Hours (10–26 hrs/week) | Paediatric | NDIS | Multidisciplinary Team

WANTED … People with Passion, People with Heart.
Do you love helping kids explore food without pressure and build positive mealtime routines? Join Spectrum Village – Autism Learning Centre as our next Allied Health Assistant (Food Play) in Hervey Bay.

This isn’t just a support role—it’s about bringing therapy into everyday life and helping children thrive at home, school, and in the community.

What you’ll be doing

• Food Play & Feeding Support: run play-based, sensory food exploration; prep simple activities; support safe eating strategies set by our therapists.
• Therapy implementation: carry out programs designed by OTs, Speech Pathologists, and our Dietitian (centre-based).
• Connection with families: build warm, trusting relationships that make therapy fun and functional.
• Collaboration: work closely with clinicians to track progress toward individual goals.
• Documentation: keep clear, timely notes that meet audit standards.

Why join Spectrum Village?

• Beautiful therapy spaces that spark joy and engagement.
• Genuine support from a friendly admin + clinical team.
• Supervision & PD: weekly 1:1 supervision, team meetings, and regular professional development.
• Real impact with a paediatric caseload that needs your passion and energy.

We’re looking for someone who

• Has experience with children (essential).
• Is passionate about supporting neurodivergent children (Autism, ADHD, etc.).
• Communicates clearly, is proactive, team-oriented, and organised.
• Believes in family-centred, strengths-based care and early intervention.

Qualifications – you could be

• A qualified Early Childhood Teacher; or
• A Uni student studying Occupational Therapy or Speech Pathology; or
• Completed (or willing to complete) Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance.

Compliance & checks

• Current Driver’s Licence
• Blue Card (Working with Children)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• First Aid/CPR
• National Police Check

Hours: 10–26 per week – we’ll build a roster that suits you.

How to apply

Please email jess@spectrumvillage.com.au with:

A short 3-minute video introducing yourself and answering:

• What’s your greatest achievement in life?
• What’s your superpower?
• What’s the most important thing you bring to a team?
• Cover letter addressing your suitability.
• Current resume with references.

If you’re seeking a role filled with purpose, connection, and creativity, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $28.00 – $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 26 per week

Work Location: In person