DESCRIPTION

Priory Hospital Ticehurst is looking to recruit a Lead Occupational Therapist to join the team on our Acute Adult and Acute Private wards. This is a full-time/37.5 Hour role.
Priory Hospital Ticehurst House’s Highlands Unit is a welcoming, nine-bed facility, offering person-centred care, treatment and support for adults facing mental health challenges.
Highlands is situated in a character building, within our extensive main grounds, in the beautiful East Sussex countryside. We can support people with a range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, stress and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

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. As Lead Occupational Therapist, 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 offer comprehensive inpatient and outpatient specialist mental health services for adults, delivered in a safe and supportive environment.
• At Priory Healthcare, our mission is to provide quality care, inspire innovation, and deliver real value to our patients.
• Our patients benefit from a truly integrated and holistic approach to treatment, no matter the complexity or severity of their condition.
• This is made possible through the expertise and collaboration of our multidisciplinary clinical teams

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.
We are currently seeking a Lead Occupational Therapist to join our dedicated team at Priory Ticehurst Hospital. In this role, you will work as part of a committed multi-disciplinary team to manage and coordinate treatment plans, engage patients in therapeutic and meaningful activities tailored to their individual needs, and build strong working relationships with both clinical and professional colleagues. You will also be responsible for the supervision and development of junior staff, ensuring effective performance and professional growth. Accurate and up-to-date record-keeping of each patient’s rehabilitation progress is a key part of this role.
To be successful, you must be an HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist with strong communication and interpersonal skills. You should have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and experience working with patients who present with complex needs in an inpatient mental health setting. Most importantly, you will bring a genuine passion for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
For more information about the role, you can email andreastroyd@priorygroup.com

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 bonuse