Lead Occupational Therapist

Lead Occupational Therapist

Application Deadline: 31 May 2026

Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Priory Hospital Hayes Grove

Compensation: £48,118 - £456,049 / year


Description
Priory Hospital Hayes Grove is looking to recruit a Lead Occupational Therapist to join the team. This is a full-time/37.5 Hour role.

Priory Hospital Hayes Grove is one of the UK's leading mental health and addiction rehab hospitals.

We provide world class residential treatment for a range of mental health conditions, including
treatment for depression , as well as drug and alcohol addiction treatment . The hospital also offers a comprehensive eating disorder service for adults, with inpatient, day care and outpatient support available. In addition, we provide outpatient treatment for young people as well as private CAMHS assessment options and private autism assessments for adults.


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, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.

• Receive and respond promptly to referrals, undertaking OT assessments to identify patient needs before planning and delivering the appropriate interventions on either an individual or group basis.
• Manage and co-ordinate individual OT treatment plans, facilitate groups, and oversee the unit programmes.
• Maintain accurate and timely records detailing each patients' rehabilitation and progress.
• Write up regular OT reports and to attend multi-disciplinary meetings.
• Ensure the effective and efficient management of the Occupational Therapy team, inclusive of clinical and managerial supervision, together with the management of annual leave, sickness, annual Performance Development Reviews, and monthly team meetings.
• Develop close working relationships with professional and clinical colleagues ensuring clinical practice is in line with Priory policies and procedures and complies with statutory regulations and quality standards.
• Maintain effective communication links with patients, relatives and carers.
• Report to the monthly Clinical Governance Committee meetings, providing any progress updates, feedback, or development where relevant.

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.

Candidates should hold a recognised degree in Occupational Therapy and be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Substantial post-qualification experience within mental health services is essential, with previous leadership or supervisory experience highly desirable. Applicants should demonstrate strong clinical reasoning, the ability to lead and develop an occupational therapy service, and confidence working within a multidisciplinary team. Experience in inpatient or acute settings, along with knowledge of risk management, safeguarding, and recovery-focused practice, would be advantageous.

For more information about the role, you can email andreadavis@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 days 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.