Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology
Location: Priory Hospital Hayes Grove
Compensation: £31,249 / year
Application Deadline: 26 June 2026
Job Overview
Priory Hospital Hayes Grove is looking to recruit an Occupational Therapist to join the team for a full-time 37.5 hour role.
Our comprehensive treatment programmes are delivered by our specialist multidisciplinary team, who work together to create a strong support network for our patients. Located in Bromley, South East London, Hayes Grove is one of Priory’s most renowned hospitals for our diverse range of therapeutic approaches, and we are experts in making assessments and advising on the best treatment options.
Responsibilities
* Conduct Occupational Therapy assessments to identify patient needs and develop appropriate intervention plans, delivered on either an individual or group basis.
* Manage and coordinate individual Occupational Therapy treatment plans, facilitate therapeutic groups, and oversee unit programmes.
* Prepare Occupational Therapy reports and actively participate in multidisciplinary team meetings.
* Work collaboratively as a key member of the multidisciplinary team to support patient care and treatment on the ward.
* Provide supervision and guidance to Occupational Therapy Assistants, where appropriate.
* Develop and maintain effective working relationships with professional and clinical colleagues, ensuring clinical practice aligns with Priory policies, procedures, statutory regulations, and quality standards.
* Maintain effective communication with patients, families, and carers to support high‑quality care delivery.
* Complete a minimum of 60% of contracted hours in direct clinical practice.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will hold a recognised degree or diploma in Occupational Therapy and maintain current registration with the HCPC. Previous experience working within eating disorder services or mental health settings is highly desirable. Candidates should demonstrate strong assessment, communication, and clinical reasoning skills, alongside the ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team. A compassionate, recovery‑focused approach is essential, together with a genuine commitment to supporting individuals in rebuilding confidence, identity, and independence in their everyday lives.
Benefits
* Free on‑site parking
* Birthday Holiday – your birthday as an extra day of annual leave
* Enhanced maternity pay
* Contributory pension scheme
* Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes such as gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
* Access to development opportunities
* Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
* Leadership & management development
* Long service award
* Refer a friend bonus
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