Job Title: Permanent Occupational Therapist – Private Hospital
Location: Wakefield
Pay Rate: £38,000 per annum
About the Role:
The Priory Group is looking for a registered Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide rehabilitation and recovery for men with mental health issues and support those with neuro-cognitive disorders, including dementia and challenging behaviors.
What will your responsibilities be?
In this role, you will provide rehabilitation and recovery support to men experiencing mental health challenges, as well as those with neuro-cognitive disorders such as dementia and behaviours that challenge. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to assess needs, develop care plans, and promote independence and well-being. This includes safeguarding responsibilities, emotional support, and helping individuals access community resources. The role also involves maintaining accurate records and contributing to service improvement through reflective practice and ongoing professional development.
Benefits of the role:
1. Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
2. Free parking at every site
3. Health and wellbeing support through our EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)
4. Pension scheme with a Priory contribution
5. SMART Pensions – Opt for a slightly smaller salary and we pay an extra contribution into your pension. The result? We both save on National Insurance payments and you end up with an overall increase in your take-home pay
6. Cycle scheme – Get a tax-free bike with equipment and pay monthly from your salary, generating a cost saving of up to 42%
7. Computing scheme – Buy the latest technology at no more than the RRP using salary exchange whilst spreading the cost over 12 months
8. Your Priory, Your Benefits – Our shopping discount site where you’ll find great offers for online and in-store shopping, negotiated specially for everyone who works with us
9. GymFlex – Spread the cost of an annual gym membership over 12 months and use your membership at health clubs, leisure centres, boot camps and yoga studios across the UK
Qualifications & Experience:
To be successful in this role, you will need:
10. HCPC registration and a degree-level qualification in Occupational Therapy
11. Proven experience in adult mental health, ideally within acute or forensic settings
12. Strong understanding of the Mental Health Act and risk assessment frameworks
13. Ability to work autonomously and as part of an MDT
14. Excellent communication, organizational, and prioritization skills
15. Experience in delivering therapeutic interventions and group work in secure environments is highly desirable