Occupational Therapist

Role Overview

We are recruiting a qualified Occupational Therapist to support children and young people with sensory, motor, self-care, and functional challenges. You will deliver personalised OT interventions in home and school settings across Dubai, helping children achieve greater independence and participation in daily life.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct functional and sensory assessments

• Develop and implement individualised OT intervention plans

• Address sensory processing, fine/gross motor, and self-care skills

• Collaborate with families, teachers, and other therapists

• Provide home programmes and parental coaching

• Write professional reports and progress notes

• Recommend and advise on adaptive equipment and environmental modifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

• Valid DHA, DOH, or MOHAP licence (or eligibility to obtain)

• Minimum 2 years post-qualification OT experience

• Experience working with children with developmental or sensory needs

Preferred Qualifications

• Sensory Integration certification (e.g. SIPT, SI Certificate)

• Experience with ASD, ADHD, cerebral palsy, or developmental delay

• School-based OT experience

UAE Licensing Requirements

This role requires a valid UAE healthcare professional licence issued by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), Department of Health Abu Dhabi (DOH), or Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP). Applicants must hold, or be eligible to obtain, the relevant licence before providing services. Licensing requirements must comply with UAE regulations.

UAE Visa & Work Eligibility

Applicants must be legally authorised to work in the UAE through one of the following:

• Own UAE Employment Visa

• Golden Visa

• Green Visa

• Freelance Permit

• Dependent Visa with legal work eligibility

• Any other valid UAE work authorisation

Required Experience

• 2+ years paediatric OT experience

• Home or school-based service delivery

Required Skills

• Sensory integration

• Fine motor development

• Activity of daily living (ADL) support

• Parent coaching

• OT report writing

Benefits

• Flexible freelance schedule — work around your existing commitments

• Competitive session rates

• Work from home or deliver sessions at students' homes / schools

• Be part of a growing, multidisciplinary team

• Professional development opportunities

• Supportive, collaborative working environment

• Opportunity to build a meaningful private practice in Dubai

Application Process

To apply, submit:

• Updated CV

• Professional photo

• Educational certificates

• Professional licences (if applicable)

• Emirates ID (if available)

• Passport copy

• UAE visa copy

• NOC from employer (if required)

• DHA / DOH / MOHAP licence or eligibility letter (where required)

• Police Clearance Certificate (preferred)

• References

  
  

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Equal Opportunity Statement

Simone's Tutoring is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all professionals. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, nationalities, and experience levels.