Lead Occupational Therapist

Priory Hospital North London is looking to recruit a Lead Occupstional Therapist to join the team. This is a full time/37.5 role.

Located in London, in a peaceful and secluded part of Southgate, Priory Hospital North London is set within a striking Grade I listed building, overlooking beautiful parklands.

It's one of the UK's leading centres for the treatment of a range of mental health difficulties, including addictions, depression, anxiety, stress and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).

Since North London first opened its doors in 1986, we have worked tirelessly to establish our excellent reputation as a specialist provider of mental health care.

What you'll be doing

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.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Occupational Therapist who demonstrates strong clinical expertise and leadership abilities. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in delivering occupational therapy within complex healthcare settings, with a proven track record of managing and developing therapy teams. They should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and collaborate across departments. A thorough understanding of clinical governance, risk management, and evidence-based practice is essential. The successful candidate will be proactive in driving service improvements, developing treatment protocols, and ensuring the highest standards of patient care. Commitment to continuous professional development, innovation, and a patient-centred approach are key attributes we value for this pivotal role.

For more information about the role, you can email ...

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.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Occupational Therapist who demonstrates strong clinical expertise and leadership abilities. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in delivering occupational therapy within complex healthcare settings, with a proven track record of managing and developing therapy teams. They should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and collaborate across departments. A thorough understanding of clinical governance, risk management, and evidence-based practice is essential. The successful candidate will be proactive in driving service improvements, developing treatment protocols, and ensuring the highest standards of patient care. Commitment to continuous professional development, innovation, and a patient-centred approach are key attributes we value for this pivotal role.

For more information about the role, you can email ...

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.

We are one of the UK's leading centres for the treatment of a range of mental health difficulties, including addictions, depression, anxiety disorders, and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).

The successful candidate will work within a multi-disciplinary team of dedicated mental health nurses, consultant psychiatrists, therapy assistants, therapists and psychologists to deliver high-quality evidence-based care and improve the long term outcomes of our patients.

• Provide clinical leadership and oversight to therapy teams, ensuring high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Develop, implement, and monitor therapy service plans, protocols, and best practices.
• Mentor and support junior therapists and Therapy Assistants to promote professional development and effective teamwork.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings and contribute to strategic service improvements.
• Manage caseloads involving complex patients and ensure compliance with clinical governance and risk management standards.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

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
• Supplemented meals
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 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. In such cases, adverts should be closed immediately, and remaining applicants informed of the reason.