Occupational Therapist

Priory Group; Ayr; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Priory Hospital Glasgow is seeking a HCPC registered Occupational Therapist to join our team in Ayrshire. This full-time role requires commuting between sites in Ayr, Prestwick and Mauchline.

The successful candidate will coordinate and deliver individual OT treatment plans, assess referrals, prioritise patient needs, maintain records and supervise junior staff. HCPC registration and a Diploma in Occupational Therapy or equivalent are essential.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is mandatory.
• Diploma in Occupational Therapy or equivalent degree required.
• Experience in a mental health inpatient service beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver individual occupational therapy treatment plans.
• Assess referrals, prioritise patient needs, deliver interventions, and maintain accurate patient records.
• Supervise and support junior staff to ensure effective service delivery.

Skills

HCPC registered

Education

Diploma in Occupational Therapy

Honours degree in Occupational Therapy

Masters pre-registration qualification in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Priory Hospital Glasgow
£31,249 to £38,080 | Full Time - 37.5 Hours

Priory Hospital Glasgow has an opportunity for a HCPC registered Occupational Therapist to join our team. Ability to commute/relocate to: Ayrshire Area (Ayr, Prestwick, Mauchline) Due to location, driving between our sites is a key part of the role.

Priory Hospital Glasgow is a specialist inpatient treatment centre providing support for mental health conditions and addictions, including depression treatment, alcohol and drug rehabilitation, and private autism assessments for adults. It is accessible by public transport, with local train stations nearby and easy access from Glasgow city centre, as well as motorway links

Role Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver individual occupational therapy treatment plans.
• Assess referrals, prioritise patient needs, deliver interventions, and maintain accurate patient records.
• Supervise and support junior staff to ensure effective service delivery.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

Essential for the role – Occupational Therapist

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