Job summary
Based in Harleston, Norfolk, Priory Richmond House is a level 2 rehabilitation service for those with a learning disability. We can support adult females with a range of needs, including those who are on the autism spectrum, those with a personality disorders, complex mental health needs, and those with a history of offending behaviours.
Main duties of the job
- Lead and oversee the assessment, planning, and delivery of complex occupational therapy interventions for diverse client populations.
- Mentor and supervise junior occupational therapists and assistants, providing guidance and professional development support.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans that address clients functional goals.
- Conduct advanced evaluations and recommend adaptive equipment or modifications to improve clients independence and quality of life.
- Contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives, and ensure compliance with clinical standards and regulatory requirements.
About us
Priory is the UKs leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 13,000 colleagues and a network of 280 services, we support over 26,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and childrens mental health and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, PraderWilli Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here.
All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.
We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Priory is looking to recruit a Senior Occupational Therapist to join the team. This is a full time 37.5 hours role working across two of our services, Lombard House and Richmond House in Norfolk.
Located in Norfolk near the market town of Attleborough, Priory Lombard House is a specialist level 2 rehabilitation service for males with a learning disability. Care also extends to a dual diagnosis of autism, personality disorder and mental health conditions, with or without a history of offending behaviour.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Priory is looking to recruit a Senior Occupational Therapist to join the team. This is a full time 37.5 hours role working across two of our services, Lombard House and Richmond House in Norfolk.
Located in Norfolk near the market town of Attleborough, Priory Lombard House is a specialist level 2 rehabilitation service for males with a learning disability. Care also extends to a dual diagnosis of autism, personality disorder and mental health conditions, with or without a history of offending behaviour.
Person Specification
Requirements
Essential
- The ideal candidate will have extensive experience as a registered occupational therapist, typically with a minimum of 57 years in clinical practice, including experience in leadership or supervisory roles. A relevant degree in Occupational Therapy and registration with the appropriate professional regulatory body are essential. Strong clinical expertise across various client groups, excellent leadership and communication skills, and the ability to manage complex cases independently are required. Experience in service development, quality assurance, and mentoring staff is highly valued.
Person Specification
Requirements
Essential
- The ideal candidate will have extensive experience as a registered occupational therapist, typically with a minimum of 57 years in clinical practice, including experience in leadership or supervisory roles. A relevant degree in Occupational Therapy and registration with the appropriate professional regulatory body are essential. Strong clinical expertise across various client groups, excellent leadership and communication skills, and the ability to manage complex cases independently are required. Experience in service development, quality assurance, and mentoring staff is highly valued.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
