Therapy Assistant jobs

About the Role

We have full-time and part-time vacancies, between 3-5 days per week during school terms, across our Midland, Joondalup, Shenton Park and East Fremantle centres. As part of our Therapy and Clinical Services team, our Therapy Assistants provide direct support to children with Autism.

Under the supervision of experienced therapists and clinicians, our Therapy Assistants:

• Implement therapy and community support programs
• Participate in a training and mentoring program
• Are part of a passionate multidisciplinary team that includes Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Psychologists, Early Childhood Teachers
• Are trained in a unique Autism Specific Early Intervention program based on best practice principles
• Learn about our collaborative model and develop a toolbox of practical strategies that best support children with Autism

About You

To succeed in this role you will be highly motivated, with a strong work ethic and can-do attitude. You will also have:

• Experience in working with children or young people with a disability and their families
• Dedication and passion for working as part of a dynamic team to support children with Autism and their families
• Strong organisational skills and an ability to prioritise
• High level communication skills, both written and verbal
• To join our team you will be required to complete required clearances including an NDIS Workers Check.

Benefits

In addition to making a meaningful difference in people’s lives, you also receive:

• A competitive salary with access to generous salary packaging options
• Career progression, training, and development opportunities
• Work-life balance with full and part-time hours during the school term
• A supportive and inclusive team, with social events and collaboration days
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Access to discounts to a wide range of products and service such as gym access, meal boxes and health insurance

About Us

The Autism Association is one of Australia’s largest For-Purpose Specialist Autism Service Providers, providing a range of services to individuals of all ages. We are inspired every day to make a difference in the lives of people with Autism and are deeply committed to assisting them to achieve the life and opportunities they choose.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to upholding our values on equity, diversity and inclusion in our recruitment and workplace culture – a place where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. We strive to make our roles and workplace accessible to people with disability and culturally appropriate to individuals of an Aboriginal and Torres Strait background.

Applications close 6th July 2026, but please apply as soon as possible as shortlisting may occur prior to this date.

The Autism Association of WA is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children.

No agency referrals will be accepted at this time.