Head Of Department Therapy

Bellville, WC, ZA, South Africa

Job Description

Vacancy: Head of Department - Therapy


Start Date: 01 January 2026


Location: Paediatric Intermediate Care Facility



We are seeking an experienced, driven, and highly skilled

Head of Department - Therapy

to lead our dynamic, multi-disciplinary therapy team at our Paediatric Intermediate Care facility.

This leadership role carries full responsibility for the

strategic direction, clinical oversight, and operational management

of a team that includes

occupational therapists, physiotherapists, dieticians, speech therapists

, and more. The successful candidate will also collaborate closely with

medical doctors, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals

to ensure a holistic, child-centred approach to care.

Key Responsibilities:

Set and implement the

strategic vision

for the Therapy Department. Provide

clinical and operational leadership

to a multi-disciplinary team. Oversee and ensure quality therapy interventions addressing

physical, cognitive, and psycho-social development

. Work in close partnership with medical and nursing teams for

integrated care planning

. Ensure compliance with professional standards and facility protocols. Drive innovation and excellence in paediatric rehabilitation and developmental support.
Requirements:

Formal qualifications

in a relevant therapy discipline (e.g., OT, PT, ST).

Current professional registration

with relevant health council/body.

Extensive experience in a paediatric healthcare setting

, ideally in intermediate or rehabilitative care. Proven leadership or management experience in a multi-disciplinary environment. Deep

passion for paediatrics

, with a commitment to empowering children and families through skilled, holistic care.
If you're a visionary leader with the heart for children and the head for strategy, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and cover letter to

jeanne@heosa.org.za



Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From R60000,00 per month

Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1548084
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Bellville, WC, ZA, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned