• The Working Holiday/Work and Holiday Visa is a popular initial visa option for certain age groups/passport holders. This visa allows you to work for 12 months and costs AUD $485 (plus proof of AUD $5000 in savings). 

• If you are not eligible for the Working Holiday Visa, want to stay for more than 12 months, or looking to migrate with your family, there are opportunities to gain a sponsorship/482 visa from an employer. Sponsorship requires you to have 2 years of occupational therapy experience and we can introduce you to our partners who can offer this. The fees are: $2690 (adult) and $675 (child). This visa has a pathway to permanent residency after 3 years (if you are under 45).

• The application is paperwork based - there are no exams but all overseas trained OT's going through the Australian registration process have to work under supervision for the first 6 months 

• You will be able to talk to a UK healthcare professional who has been in your situation and will help you throughout the registration process - including free guides and unlimited phone/email support

• The registration process takes a minimum of 4/5 months but the more time you allow the better!

• The main fees you need to be aware of are for your Visa (above) and transferring your transferring your OT license which is $2432

• We will secure you a full-time role for when you arrive, the salaries for OT's are usually between AUD $70-90k

• The service we provide is completely free for those that would like to be placed in a role with one of our partners

• Allowing for 8 months in total would be ideal! - 5 months to gain registration and then once your registration has been approved, we find 3 months is an ideal timeframe for the next steps (securing a role + visa /handing in your notice/getting organised, etc!).
   

• We are very well connected to employers throughout Australia - once you have gained your registration (and ideally maximum 3/4 months before your planned start date), we will arrange interviews for you.

• We have fantastic opportunities available and you can expect us to arrange suitable interviews for you within around 1-3 weeks after gaining your registration. 

• If possible, try to have your registration approved and be interviewing in the Australian Winter (May/June/July/August) as this is when the most jobs are available

• The start of Spring (September) can be a nice time to arrive in Australia as it can be easier to find accommodation, the weather is getting warmer and you can interview in the Australian winter months for these roles

• If you want the best pick for roles/accommodation, arriving in the winter is even better 

• November/December/January/February can get very competitive for accommodation and job roles as the local new graduates also start work at this time of year 

• Yes, we have roles available for confident new graduates however, we feel it is better to gain 1-2 years experience before you leave to make the transition easier

• The most roles for are in NDIS or VOC rehab so it also depends when you feel ready to work in these roles

• If you want to work in NDIS experience in paeds, mental health, assistive technology/home mods and general community is very beneficial

• If you wan to work in Paeds/Private Practise - gaining experience in paeds is very beneficial 

• The most popular places are Brisbane/Sydney/Melbourne/Perth/Newcastle but we have positions available throughout Australia!

• Those requiring visa sponsorship may need need to be flexible with locations 

•  Once you have secured a role we can introduce you to other OT/PT/SLT's that are working in the same location and advise you on everything you need to know about moving to Australia, we are also always available before you leave/ when you arrive if you have any questions about the move

• Occupational therapy is very well respected and there are lots of opportunities to really progress in your career 

• There are endless amounts of weekend trips/activities to do - waterfalls, rainforests, beaches, diving/snorkeling, surfing, wineries, vibrant cities

• QUALITY OF LIFE! Generous salaries and good weather give you a fantastic quality of life

We offer unbeatable support from the first day you contact us and then throughout the whole process to work abroad, including:

• Supporting you throughout the registration/license process including free guides and unlimited email/phone support

• Helping you decide on the most suitable visa, job role, and location by a friendly team you can trust

• Organizing you interviews with our partners, helping you secure a role before you leave

• Providing you with everything you need to know about moving to your new country

• Introducing you to other Healthcare Abroad OT/PT/SLTs that are working in the same location as you

• Continue to be a point of contact for any questions while you are away