Priory
Occupational Therapist
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Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology
Location: Kneesworth House
Compensation: £31,249 - £38,040 / year
Description
Kneesworth Hospital
Salary: £31,249-£38,040 depending on experience
Hours: Full-time, fixed-term, 37.5 hours per week
Kneesworth Hospital is looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our team. This is a 12-month fixed-term role.
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.
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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
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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
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra day's 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.
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