Inpatient Mental Health OT (Fixed-Term, 37.5h)

Priory Healthcare; Royston; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Priory Hospital Kneesworth House in Royston, Hertfordshire is seeking an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist for a fixed-term role to August 2027. The post is full-time (37.5 hours per week) with a salary of £31,249–£38,040 depending on experience.

You will contribute to patient recovery within a supportive multidisciplinary team, deliver tailored treatment plans, mentor junior staff, and uphold high standards of care.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered with current licence.
• Diploma in Occupational Therapy or equivalent degree.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver personalised occupational therapy treatment plans to support patient recovery.
• Assess patient needs, deliver individual and group therapy, and maintain accurate clinical records.
• Support, supervise and mentor junior members of the occupational therapy team.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of care.
• Promote occupational therapy services and contribute to the development of the local service.
• Build relationships with patients, families and carers, ensuring effective communication throughout rehabilitation.

Skills

HCPC registered

Diploma in Occupational Therapy

Education

Diploma in Occupational Therapy or equivalent

Job description

Priory Hospital Kneesworth House in Royston, Hertfordshire is seeking an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist for a fixed-term role to August 2027. The post is full-time (37.5 hours per week) with a salary of £31,249–£38,040 depending on experience.

You will contribute to patient recovery within a supportive multidisciplinary team, deliver tailored treatment plans, mentor junior staff, and uphold high standards of care.