Full job descriptionTherapy AssistantPriory Hospital Altrincham has an opportunity for a Therapy Assistant to join the team on a bank basis. Priory Hospital Altrincham, Hale, Cheshire provides inpatient and outpatient treatment for a range of mental health conditions and addictions, including depression, anxiety disorders, stress, OCD, phobias, PTSD and bipolar disorder. It is accessible by public transport, with local bus routes serving Rappax Road and Altrincham railway station approximately 1–2 miles from the hospital.
Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology
Employment Type: Bank
Location: Priory Hospital Altrincham
Address: Rappax Road, Hale, Manchester, Greater Manchester, WA15 0NU
Workplace type: Onsite
Compensation: £12.71 / hour
What You’ll Be DoingYou will be part of a compassionate team that is committed to supporting people’s wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As part of the role, you will:
*Support senior staff with care and therapy planning, including assisting with tests, exercises, examinations and therapeutic activities under appropriate supervision.
*Assist with the preparation and delivery of group and one-to-one occupational, therapeutic and recreational activities, observing and reporting client responses to the relevant clinician.
*Support the reception, orientation and induction of new clients, ensuring they feel comfortable, understand the environment and are aware of emergency procedures.
*Maintain accurate clinical records and information systems, contribute to audits and research, and support regional management and the Therapy Lead in developing services, improving quality and meeting service objectives.
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
What You’ll Bring to the RolePrevious experience working within a relevant healthcare environment.
What We Will Give You in ReturnWe 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.
*Pension enrolment
*Access to development opportunities
*Refer a friend bonus
*DBS paid for
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.
About PrioryPriory is the UK’s leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 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 children’s mental health – and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, Prader–Willi 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. For agency enquiries and applications, please view our legal statement 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.