Priory
Occupational Therapy Assistant
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Application Deadline: 30 September 2026
Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology
Location: Stockton Hall
Compensation: £26,300 / year
Description
Priory Hospital Stockton Hall is looking to recruit a Occupational Therapy Assistant to join the team. This is a full-time role of 37.5 hours per week.
We are looking to recruit a highly motivated occupational therapy assistant to join our team of forensic occupational therapists and therapy assistants. The post holder will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team supporting qualified occupational therapists in the delivery of specialist assessments and therapeutic interventions to detained patients within our mental illness service line.
Priory Stockton Hall is a long-serving medium secure hospital based in a quiet but well-connected village near the historic city of York. It serves the local Provider Collaborative and multiple National Collaboratives, depending on clinical need, and has had a long-running record of successful patient pathways.
What you'll be doing
Working within a medium secure hospital, you will provide assistance to qualified occupational therapists with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of therapy and care plans in order to support the mental, emotional, physical, and social well-being of assigned clients.
- You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patient’s wellbeing and recovery.
- You will play a key part in their recovery by helping individuals build independence and confidence through the acquisition and maintenance of essential life skills, enabling meaningful participation in everyday activities.
- You will have the opportunity to support our patients through individual or group sessions and will be supported through regular clinical and management supervision with your personal and professional development.
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Responsibilities include:
- 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.
- Being proactive, enthusiastic, and encouraging with staff and patients, encouraging interactions within groups and activities.
- Able to support with the development and creation of activity schedules and service line timetables.
- Supporting OT with clinical / OT assessments.
- Propose new ideas for delivery to further enhance patient experience following feedback gained through community groups and OT sessions/guidance.
- A willingness to support on new group-wide programmes implemented to promote a consistent delivery across the Priory group.
- Ensures the services and support provided offer good value for money and support the overall aim of the site.
- Working with patients to increase their sense of purpose and value through life skills and prescribed OT sessions.
You will act as a positive role model promoting the value of occupation, as well as upholding the values of the Priory Group.
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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.
Entry level role however experience in working in a health and social care setting is desired.
For more information about the role, you can email farahgigani@priorygroup.com
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
- Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra day's annual leave
- Enhanced maternity pay
- 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.
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