Priory Hospital Woodbourne
Salary - £31249 to £38040 per annum, depending on experience
Full-time - 37.5 hours per week, 9-month fixed term
Priory Hospital Woodbourne is looking for an Occupational Therapist to join the team on a 9-month fixed-term contract.
Priory Hospital Woodbourne, Edgbaston, Birmingham is a specialist inpatient and outpatient mental health service providing treatment for addictions and a range of mental health conditions, alongside assessments, therapy and psychiatry. It is accessible by public transport, with local bus routes serving Woodbourne Road and Five Ways railway station approximately 1–2 miles from the hospital.
As an Occupational Therapist, you’ll support patients to build the confidence, skills and coping strategies needed for greater independence. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you’ll provide evidence-based, person-centred assessments and interventions tailored to individual needs.
Key responsibilities:
- Assess patients and develop individualised treatment plans.
- Deliver occupational therapy interventions through individual and group sessions.
- Monitor progress and maintain accurate clinical records.
- Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, patients and carers.
- Support junior staff and contribute to high standards of clinical practice.
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
Essential for the role
Candidates must be HCPC registered and hold a Diploma in Occupational Therapy or a relevant degree (including honours degree, postgraduate certificate, postgraduate diploma, or Master’s pre-registration qualification in Occupational Therapy)
The following experience would be beneficial
Experience working in a mental health inpatient service is beneficial
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.
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and private healthcare
- 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.
