Senior Occupational Therapist
Priory Hospital North London is looking to recruit a Senior Occupational Therapist to join the team. This is a full time/37.5-hour role.
Located in London, in a peaceful and secluded part of Southgate, Priory Hospital North London is set within a striking Grade I listed building, overlooking beautiful parklands.
It's one of the UKs leading centres for the treatment of a range of mental health difficulties, including addictions, depression, anxiety, stress and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).
Since North London first opened its doors in 1986, we have worked tirelessly to establish our excellent reputation as a specialist provider of mental health care.
What you'll be doing
You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients
We are looking to recruit a highly motivated occupational therapist to join form a small Occupational Therapy team led by a Lead OT within a wider Therapy department.
We are one of the UKs leading centres for the treatment of a range of mental health difficulties, including addictions, depression, anxiety disorders, and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).
The successful candidate will work within a multi-disciplinary team of dedicated mental health nurses, consultant psychiatrists, therapy assistants, therapists and psychologists to deliver high-quality evidence-based care and improve the long term outcomes of our patients.
Provide occupational therapy to inpatients on the acute inpatient wards, on a group and individual basis.
At least two dedicated days working within our national specialist obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) service.
Support with the assessment, planning, and implementation of individualised treatment plans, particularly in activities of daily living (ADL) assessments.
Contribute to safe and effective discharge planning.
Offer guidance and mentorship to Therapy Assistants to ensure the delivery of consistent and effective patient care.
At least two dedicated days working within our national specialist obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) service.
Involvement in MDT and ward round discussions and meetings.
You can find additional information in the job description, (which can be seen by clicking apply.)
What youll bring to the role
Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.
The successful candidate will hold a degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution and be currently registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). They will have proven experience in a clinical occupational therapy role, ideally within the NHS or a comparable healthcare environment. A strong understanding of behavioural health, particularly relating to adult patient groups, is essential.
What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
Free on-site parking
Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
Enhanced maternity pay
Contributory pension scheme
Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including 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 bonuses
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.
About Priory
Priory is the leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care in the UK. We support 26,000 people a year to move towards a healthier future so they can live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions, including depression, anxiety, and eating disorders, as well as childrens mental health, across our nationwide network of sites. We also support autistic adults and adults with a learning disability, Prader-Willi Syndrome and brain injuries, as well as older people, within specialist residential care and supported living facilities.
With over 13,000 colleagues working at Priory, we have a long and prestigious history, and an unrivalled reputation for making a real and lasting difference to the lives of every individual in our care.
Priory is part of MEDIAN Group, a leading pan-European provider of mental health, specialist care and rehabilitation services, focussed on restoring quality of life through effective, evidenced and data-driven care.
Priory is committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support we can offer, read more here.
All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. We are an equal opportunities employer. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.
We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. Should we require assistance, we will reach out directly to our 'PSL'
Next Step:
By clicking apply you will be taken to our careers page, where you can see further information, (including a full job description) and can complete your application.
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