Full job descriptionOccupational Therapy AssistantPriory Hospital Cheadle is looking for an Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our Bespoke Therapy Placement, delivering dedicated, specialist one-to-one care to a patient on the ward, with a highly personalised approach tailored to their individual needs. £26,300 Full Time – 37.5 Hours
What You’ll Be DoingYou will join the team on our bespoke therapy placement. In this role, you will play a key part in patient recovery, supporting the assessment and delivery of tailored treatment plans while ensuring dignity, respect, and high standards of care.
*Able to effectively and accurately update clinical records and computerised information systems as directed by the Occupational Therapist in a timely manner.
*Record and report patient’s involvement in 1:1 and groups. Ensuring any unusual physical, mental or emotional occurrences are promptly referred to senior staff and documented in an appropriate manner.
*Having compassion for the patients and their situation.
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
What You’ll Bring To The RoleEssential for the role – OT Assistant
Candidates must have GCSEs or O-Levels (grades A–C), a relevant NVQ Level 2 qualification, or equivalent practical experience.
The following experience would be beneficial
This is an entry-level role; however, prior experience working in a health and social care setting is beneficial
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.
*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.
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.