Occupational Therapist- CAMHS/ Eating Disorders

Priory; Greater London; Presencial; GBP 29.259 - 35.618; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Free on-site parking

Enhanced maternity pay

Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym access

Descripción de la vacante

Priory Hospital Roehampton is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our CAMHS inpatient team, delivering tailored treatment plans for young people with eating disorders at our specialist unit.

You will conduct assessments, plan and deliver a range of therapy groups and sessions, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and participate in discharge planning while maintaining high standards of care and accurate documentation.

Formación

• HCPC registered with Occupational Therapist qualification.
• Experience working in CAMHS and with children aged 4–17.
• Strong communication and multidisciplinary collaboration skills.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver occupational therapy assessments and interventions for CAMHS inpatient treatment of eating disorders.
• Support patients to re-engage in meaningful daily activities, develop healthy routines, and build recovery skills.
• Plan and facilitate groups and individual sessions focused on emotional wellbeing, independent living, sensory regulation, and social participation.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, dietitians, family therapists and teachers.
• Contribute to care planning, risk management, discharge planning, and MDT reviews.
• Engage with families to support recovery and transition back into the community.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure practice is evidence-based and recovery-focused.

Conocimientos

Communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Evidence-based practice

Educación

Diploma in Occupational Therapy or recognised equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology

Location: Priory Hospital Roehampton

Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology

Location: Priory Hospital Roehampton

Compensation: £29,259 - £35,618 / year

Description

Priory Hospital Roehampton
Salary £29,259- £35,618 depending on experience
Full Time/37.5 Hours

Priory Hospital Roehampton has an opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our team.

Our dedicated young people\'s mental health service provides specialist support for young people. Outpatient support is available to young people between the ages of 4 and 17, while our day care and inpatient treatment options are available to those between the ages of 12 and 17.

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.

• Deliver specialist occupational therapy assessments and interventions for young people receiving inpatient treatment for eating disorders within our CAMHS service.
• Support patients to re-engage in meaningful daily activities, develop healthy routines, and build the skills and confidence needed for recovery.
• Plan and facilitate a range of therapeutic groups and individual sessions focused on emotional wellbeing, independent living skills, sensory regulation, and social participation.
• Work collaboratively with a highly experienced multidisciplinary team, including psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, dietitians, family therapists, and teachers, to deliver holistic, person-centred care.
• Contribute to care planning, risk management, discharge planning, and regular MDT reviews to ensure the best possible outcomes for each young person.
• Work closely with families and carers to support recovery, promote independence, and prepare young people for a successful transition back into the community.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure all practice is evidence-based, recovery-focused, and in line with HCPC and RCOT professional standards.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you\'ll bring to the role

Candidates must be HCPC registered and hold a Diploma in Occupational Therapy or a recognised Occupational Therapy qualification, such as a Bachelor\'s degree (including honours), Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, or Master\'s pre-registration qualification.

Applicants must have previous experience working within CAMHS services and demonstrate experience supporting children and young people with eating disorders. You will have a strong understanding of evidence-based occupational therapy interventions, excellent communication and multidisciplinary working skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care within a specialist inpatient setting.

What we will give you in return

We 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.

Healthcare benefits

• Free on-site parking
• 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.