Occupational Therapist (Freelance/Gozo) at Inspire Foundation
Inspire
Gozo
Contract
Full-time
12 hours ago
Join us in driving Excellence, empowering People, and enhancing Communication to create a thriving and impactful workplace.About usInspire is a leading NGO in Malta helping hundreds of individuals with various disabilities to achieve their full potential, as we believe that everyone has a right to equality and inclusion. We do this by providing individuals and their families with educational, therapeutic and leisure services. We also advocate for inclusion, educate the public and raise awareness among peers.General Scope & Purpose of the PositionWe are currently seeking a Freelance Occupational Therapist to join the Write Start Initiative, an 8-week summer early intervention programme in Gozo designed to support neurodivergent children aged 3–5.The programme focuses on developing essential pre-writing, fine motor, visual motor, and sensory motor skills, helping children build strong foundations for school readiness and reducing early educational gaps.In this role, you will deliver structured, evidence-based group sessions (1 hour per week, up to 3 groups) at the Inspire Centre in Għajnsielem. You will provide safe, consistent, and individualised support, while working closely with families and Inspire staff to help children transfer their skills into home and school environments.This is a project-based opportunity, and applicants are required to submit a quotation based on their hourly rate.What you will be doingDeliver up to three weekly group therapy sessions (1 hour each) over the 8-week programme for children aged 3–5Plan and facilitate structured, play-based activities targeting fine motor, visual-motor, coordination, postural control, and pre-writing skillsAdapt sessions to meet the diverse developmental, sensory, and attentional needs of neurodivergent childrenConduct baseline and end-of-programme assessments, tracking progress and outcomesMaintain accurate and confidential records, including session notes and developmental observationsProvide clear, individualised feedback and practical recommendations to families and educatorsCollaborate with Inspire staff to ensure consistency and quality of supportGuide families on strategies to support skill development at home, including routines and environmental adaptationsContribute to the continuous improvement of programme activities, tools, and resourcesWhat we are looking forWarranted Occupational Therapist (or equivalent qualification recognised in Malta MQRIC).CPCMRegisteredExperience working with neurodivergent children, including those with autism, ADHD, or sensory processing differences.Strong understanding of motor development, sensory integration principles, and early childhood play-based intervention.Excellent communication and report-writing skills.Fluent in Maltese and English.Commitment to safeguarding, child wellbeing, and inclusive practice.Nice to haveExperience working in small-group therapy settings.Familiarity with parent coaching, early years education, or multidisciplinary collaboration.Knowledge of assistive tools, pre-writing materials, and motor-skill intervention frameworks.Ready to make a difference? Apply today and be part of a workplace where people and purpose unite to transform lives together!