Therapy Lead

Priory Group; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Gym membership

Healthcare Cash Plan

IPD sponsorship

Leadership development

Job summary

Priory Horizon House seeks a Therapy Lead to head a new team of therapists within a pioneering addiction therapy programme. The role involves leading a diverse therapy team, overseeing supervision, and managing clinical delivery at Horizon House in a supportive residential setting.

The successful candidate will be HCPC registered (or equivalent psychotherapist credentials) with strong leadership and extensive experience in addiction services, cost awareness, and adaptability to evolving business

Qualifications

• Registered healthcare professional with HCPC or accredited psychotherapist with BACP/BABCP/UKCP.
• Strong leadership capabilities to support and guide a diverse therapy team.
• Substantial experience in addiction services and mental health settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise therapy staff across multiple specialisms.
• Facilitate regular management supervision per Priory policy.
• Maintain reduced clinical hours while ensuring team line management responsibilities.
• Assist with clinical issues, risk management and complex patient needs as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Clinical supervision

Addiction services experience

Interpersonal skills

Education

HCPC registration

Job description

Therapy Lead

Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Horizon House

Compensation: £45,000 - £50,000 / year

Description

Priory Horizon House is looking to recruit a Therapy Lead to join and lead our new team of Therapists within our pioneering therapy-led addiction programme.

This is a new location opening as part of our existing service – offering bespoke treatment for a wide range of addictions in a calm, homely environment. Set within a supportive community, Horizon House will provide a safe haven away from the stresses of daily life, forming part of our wider network of residential addiction treatment homes across the UK.

Delivered by qualified therapists in a non-medical setting, Flourish offers an alternative to traditional hospital-based treatment. It's ideal for people who don't need a medical detox or ongoing medical care but would benefit from structured therapy, community connection, and practical tools to achieve meaningful, sustainable recovery.

What you'll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, and undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate patients' wellbeing, dignity, and treatment.

• Leading and supporting a diverse range of therapy staff, including psychology, therapy, and any other specialisms that fall within the team's therapy needs.
• Facilitating regular management supervision with individuals in line with Priory policy, using a cascade system with other qualified therapists
• An agreed reduced level of patient facing clinical hours to create line management responsibility, as agreed with the Private Business and Therapy Manager.
• Be available for any clinical issues the team may need, for example managing risk, responding to complex patient needs, supporting individual cases with a wider MDT as necessary.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

The ideal candidate will be a registered healthcare professional with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or an accredited psychotherapist with British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP), or UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). They will bring strong leadership capabilities to support and guide a diverse therapy team.

The successful candidate must have substantial experience in addiction services and a strong understanding of therapeutic roles in mental health settings. They should demonstrate proven experience in providing managerial supervision, the ability to remain calm and effective in challenging or high-pressure situations, and excellent interpersonal and decision‑making skills. Experience working in a commercial environment, with an awareness of cost management and the flexibility to adapt to evolving organisational and business needs, is also essential.

For more information about the role, you can email: [e-mail]

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.

• Free on-site parking
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• 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.