Education Therapist Specialist - Physiotherapist (Grade 1) at Eastern Cape Department of Education

Requirements         

• Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Physiotherapy allowing for registration with the HPCSA. Valid, current registration with the HPCSA as a Physiotherapist (proof of registration required. A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience post-community service. Experience as an Education Therapist will be an added advantage. A valid driver’s license is essential for district-wide travel.
• Knowledge and Skills: Deep understanding of Inclusive Education policies, including White Paper 6, the SIAS policy, and guidelines for Full-service and Special Schools as Resource Centres.
• Familiarity with the Integrated School Health Policy and CSTL is required. Technical Competencies: Expertise in therapeutic assessments, preventative approaches, and developmental techniques.
• Ability to conduct discipline-specific research to identify and address district trends. Proficiency in report writing, data analysis, and computer literacy. Strong presentation, consultation, and organizational skills.

Duties          

• Train educators, parents, and staff in early identification of physical barriers to learning. Implement capacity-building programmes for School-based Support Teams (SBSTs).
• Conduct assessments and provide specialized, short-term curriculum interventions and direct therapeutic support where necessary. Work within a multi-disciplinary team alongside the District-based Support Team (DBST) to support learners with high-level needs.
• Manage professional supervision of therapists in Special Schools. Ensure all district therapists comply with HPCSA Continuous Professional Development (CPD) policies.
• Monitor and manage the distribution and use of assistive devices across the district. Gather data and report on the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions and inter-sectoral collaborations.