Occupational Therapy Assistant - Pankhurst

Priory Group; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced maternity pay

Birthday Holiday

Contributory pension

Flexible benefits

Development opportunities

IPD sponsorship

Leadership development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory Group is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to join the Pankhurst Ward at Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal. This full-time role supports the patient recovery process and the delivery of tailored treatment plans within an inpatient mental health setting.

You will update clinical records, participate in 1:1 and group activities, and escalate any concerns to senior staff while upholding dignity and high standards of care.

Qualifications

• GCSEs/O-Levels A-C or NVQ Level 2 or equivalent experience.
• Entry-level role; prior health and social care experience beneficial.
• Ability to update clinical records accurately in systems.

Responsibilities

• Support assessment and delivery of tailored treatment plans.
• Update and report patient involvement in 1:1 and group activities; refer unusual cases to senior staff.
• Maintain dignity, respect and high standards of care.

Skills

Compassionate care

Record keeping

Education

GCSEs/O-Levels A-C

NVQ Level 2

Equivalent experience

Job description

Occupational Therapy Assistant - Pankhurst

Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Cheadle Royal

Compensation: £26,300 / year

Description

Priory Hospital Cheadle on Pankhurst Ward

£26300 per annum

Full Time - 37.5 Hours

Priory Hospital Cheadle has an opportunity for a occupational therapy assistant to join our team.

Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal, Stockport is an inpatient mental health service for young people and adults. It is accessible by public transport, with local bus routes along Wilmslow Road and Cheadle Hulme and East Didsbury railway stations approximately 1–2 miles from the service.

What you'll be doing

You will join the team on the Pankhurst Ward. 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 role

Essential 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 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.

• 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.