Senior Occupational Therapist

Join Our Team at Priory Hospital Enfield!

Position: Senior Occupational Therapist

Type: Full-time (37.5 hours, flexible)

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Priory Hospital Enfield is excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Occupational Therapist to join our dedicated team. Whether you’re already in a senior role or looking to step up, we’re here to support your growth and development!

Located in Edmonton, North London, Priory Hospital Enfield specializes in acute and secure services for adult females. Our facilities include two medium secure wards, one low secure ward, and one acute ward, providing essential mental health care for those who need it most.

Join a compassionate multidisciplinary team committed to improving the wellbeing of our patients. We take a personalized approach to care, utilizing evidence-based therapies to support individuals on their recovery journey.

Your Role and Responsibilities

As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you will be instrumental in delivering high-quality occupational therapy services. Collaborating closely with the Lead Occupational Therapist and the wider clinical team, you will provide person-centered care that makes a real difference.

• Assist the Lead Occupational Therapist in coordinating and delivering individualized treatment programs.
• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy assessments to identify patient needs and develop tailored treatment plans.
• Facilitate both individual and group interventions, guiding patients through their rehabilitation and recovery.
• Maintain accurate clinical records, monitoring progress and adapting interventions as needed.
• Take ownership of a defined clinical area, contributing to service development and quality improvement.
• Provide supervision and support to junior colleagues and students, enhancing your leadership and mentoring skills.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to achieve positive patient outcomes.

What You Bring to the Role

We know that our work can be challenging, but it’s also incredibly rewarding! Your resilience and natural empathy will help you support others through their journey.

• HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• A Diploma, Degree, Honours Degree, or Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Membership of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT).
• At least three years of post-qualification experience within mental health services.
• Experience in conducting occupational therapy assessments and delivering evidence-based interventions.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to think critically and make sound professional judgments.
• A proactive approach to learning and personal development.

At Priory, we genuinely value your development. You’ll be part of a supportive team that encourages growth, helping you enhance your clinical expertise and leadership skills.

What We Offer You

We want you to thrive in your role at Priory! Here’s what you can expect:

• Free on-site parking.
• Birthday Holiday - Enjoy an extra day of annual leave for your birthday!
• Enhanced maternity pay.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Flexible benefits, including reduced rates for gym memberships and access to IT technology.
• Development opportunities and sponsorship for professional qualifications.
• Leadership and management development programs.
• Long service awards and 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 UK’s leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With a network of 270 services and 12,000 colleagues, we support over 24,000 people each year to live fulfilling lives. We treat a wide range of conditions, including depression, anxiety, and eating disorders, and provide care for individuals with learning disabilities and brain injuries.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process. All roles are subject to a successful disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI, or Disclosure Scotland, with costs covered by Priory.