Occupational Therapist

Priory; Royston; Vor Ort; GBP 31.000 - 38.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Priory Kneesworth House Hospital in Royston, Hertfordshire, is recruiting an Occupational Therapist on a full-time fixed-term basis (until August 2027). The role involves assessing and delivering tailored treatment plans within a multidisciplinary team to support patient recovery and wellbeing.

Successful candidates will be HCPC registered and hold a Diploma in Occupational Therapy or an equivalent qualification.

Qualifikationen

• HCPC registration is required for practising as an occupational therapist.
• Diploma in Occupational Therapy or an equivalent degree is required.

Aufgaben

• Develop and deliver personalised occupational therapy treatment plans to support patient recovery and wellbeing.
• 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, ensuring high standards of care and compliance.
• Promote occupational therapy services and contribute to the development of the local service.
• Build strong relationships with patients, families and carers, ensuring effective communication throughout rehabilitation.

Ausbildung

HCPC registered

Diploma in Occupational Therapy

Jobbeschreibung

Salary is £31,249-£38,040 depending on experience

Full-time, fixed-term, 37.5 hours per week

Kneesworth Hospital is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our team. This fixed-term role runs until August 2027 and offers an exciting opportunity to make a real difference as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team.

Priory Hospital Kneesworth House, Royston, Hertfordshire is a level 2 rehabilitation service providing a range of specialist recovery pathways for adults within a purpose-built facility. It is accessible by public transport, with Royston railway station approximately 2–3 miles from the service and limited local bus links. Due to the location of the service, access to a vehicle or the ability to drive is recommended.

What you'll be doing

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.

• Develop and deliver personalised occupational therapy treatment plans to support patient recovery and wellbeing.


• 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, ensuring high standards of care and compliance.


• Promote occupational therapy services and contribute to the development of the local service.


• Build strong relationships with patients, families and carers, ensuring effective communication throughout rehabilitation.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

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