Neurodiverse Playhouse | Yarraville, Melbourne
Looking for a Saturday role you'll genuinely look forward to?
AtNeurodiverse Playhouse, we believe therapy should feel like play, connection and possibility—not a clinic.
We're looking for anAccredited Exercise Physiologistto join our growing Melbourne team onSaturdaysat our beautifulYarravillePlayhouse.
This role is perfect for someone wanting to supplement their current caseload, work around family commitments, or gain experience in a truly multidisciplinary paediatric environment.
If you're passionate about helping children build confidence through movement and want to be part of a team that's changing the way allied health is delivered, we'd love to hear from you.
About Us
Neurodiverse Playhouse is a holistic allied health practice supporting neurodivergent children, adolescents and their families through evidence-informed, play-based and neuroaffirming care.
Our multidisciplinary team includes Exercise Physiologists, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, Speech Pathologists, Art Therapists and Paediatric Podiatrists, working together to help children thrive.
Rather than focusing on deficits, we celebrate each child's strengths while helping them develop the foundations for everyday life.
The Role
Working Saturdays, you'll provide engaging, child-led Exercise Physiology sessions with children and adolescents presenting with:
Autism
ADHD
Dyspraxia / DCD
Hypermobility
Toe walking
Motor coordination difficulties
Emotional regulation challenges
Low muscle tone
Balance and coordination difficulties
You will primarily deliver our highly regardedSensory Motor Program, incorporating movement, play, primitive reflex integration principles, coordination, strength, balance and functional skill development.
Every session is different—and that's exactly how we like it.
What You'll Love
No boring gym-based exercise prescriptions
Work in a fun,



purpose-built paediatric environment
Amazing multidisciplinary team and clinical support
Regular mentoring and professional development
Opportunity to develop specialist paediatric skills
Work with motivated families who value your expertise
Beautiful clinic with excellent equipment
Genuine opportunity for additional weekday work as we continue to grow
About You
You are:
ESSA Accredited Exercise Physiologist
Passionate about working with children and adolescents
Warm, playful and able to build rapport quickly
Neuroaffirming in your approach (or excited to learn)
A great communicator with families and colleagues
Curious and committed to ongoing career development
A team player who enjoys collaborating with other disciplines
Desirable (but not essential)
Experience in paediatrics
Experience working with neurodivergent children
Knowledge of motor development or primitive reflex integration
NDIS experience
Don't worry if you don't tick every box—we provide extensive support and mentoring.
Essential Requirements
ESSA Accreditation
Working With Children Check
National Police Check
Current First Aid & CPR (or willingness to obtain)
Professional Indemnity Insurance
Australian working rights
Why Neurodiverse Playhouse?
We're not your typical allied health clinic.
We were created by clinicians who wanted children to experience therapy as somewhere they actually wanted to come.
Our team is innovative, collaborative and genuinely passionate about helping children feel understood, capable and successful.
As we continue expanding across Australia, there are exciting opportunities for clinicians who want to grow alongside us.
Ready to join us?
If you're looking for meaningful Saturday work where you can make a genuine difference in children's lives while being supported by an incredible multidisciplinary team, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: From $***** per hour
Work Location: In person
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📌 Exercise Physiologist (Paediatric) – Saturdays (Melbourne)
🏢 Neurodiverse Playhouse
📍 Melbourne