We offer specialist mental health care to people who are unwell and are considered to be unable to look after themselves in the community. We offer specialist assessment, treatment and care to patients with severe mental illness, complex needs and people who require an environment with security and safety.
Main duties of the job
* Assess, plan, and deliver person-centred occupational therapy interventions to support individuals in achieving maximum independence and quality of life.
* Work collaboratively with service users, families, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and review tailored treatment plans.
* Complete functional assessments, risk assessments, and relevant documentation in line with professional and organisational standards.
* Provide advice, education, and support on adaptive techniques, equipment, and environmental modifications.
* Contribute to service development, quality improvement, and ongoing professional learning.
About us
Priory is the UKs leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 13,000 colleagues and a network of 280 services, we support over 26,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and childrens mental health and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, PraderWilli Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here. All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check. We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy.
Job responsibilities
Priory Hospital Enfield is looking to recruit an Occupational Therapist to join the team. This is a full time/37.5 Hour role.
Located in Edmonton, North London, Priory Hospital Enfield offers acute and secure services for adult females. We have two medium secure wards, one low secure and one acute ward.
Person Specification
Requirements
* The successful candidate will hold a recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy and be registered with the appropriate professional body (e.g. HCPC). You will have experience working with service users relevant to the setting, with strong assessment, communication, and report-writing skills. The role requires the ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, along with a compassionate, organised, and proactive approach to care. Experience managing a varied caseload and a commitment to ongoing professional development are essential.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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