Job summary
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 UKs leading centres for the treatment of a range of mental health difficulties, including addictions, depression, anxiety, stress and obsessive compulsive disorder.
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.
Main duties of the job
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.
- Deliver individual and group therapy to people experiencing substance or behavioural addictions, using evidence-based approaches such as CBT and motivational interviewing.
- Carry out comprehensive assessments and create tailored treatment and relapse-prevention plans to support long-term recovery.
- Maintain accreditation and follow professional standards, ensuring therapy is delivered ethically, safely, and in line with recognised clinical guidelines.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams (e.g., doctors, social workers, and recovery services) to provide coordinated support.
- Keep accurate and confidential client records while monitoring progress and adjusting treatment plans as needed.
About us
Priory is the UKs leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 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 Hospital North London is looking to recruit an Accredited Addictions Therapist to join the team. This is a part-time 22.5 -hour role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Priory Hospital North London is looking to recruit an Accredited Addictions Therapist to join the team. This is a part-time 22.5 -hour role.
Person Specification
Requirements
Essential
- The successful candidate must be an accredited addictions therapist with a recognised professional body (such as BACP, UKCP, or equivalent) and proven experience supporting individuals affected by drug, alcohol, or behavioural addictions. A relevant qualification in counselling, psychotherapy, psychology, or addiction studies is essential. The therapist should be skilled in conducting comprehensive assessments, developing personalised treatment plans, and delivering evidence-based interventions such as CBT, motivational interviewing, or relapse prevention strategies.
- Experience working within addiction recovery services, mental health settings, or community support programmes is highly desirable. The candidate must demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills, empathy, and the ability to build trusting therapeutic relationships with clients from diverse backgrounds. They should also be confident working independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams, maintaining accurate confidential records, and adhering to professional, safeguarding, and ethical standards. Continuous professional development and a commitment to staying informed about best practices in addiction treatment are also expected.
Person Specification
Requirements
Essential
- The successful candidate must be an accredited addictions therapist with a recognised professional body (such as BACP, UKCP, or equivalent) and proven experience supporting individuals affected by drug, alcohol, or behavioural addictions. A relevant qualification in counselling, psychotherapy, psychology, or addiction studies is essential. The therapist should be skilled in conducting comprehensive assessments, developing personalised treatment plans, and delivering evidence-based interventions such as CBT, motivational interviewing, or relapse prevention strategies.
- Experience working within addiction recovery services, mental health settings, or community support programmes is highly desirable. The candidate must demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills, empathy, and the ability to build trusting therapeutic relationships with clients from diverse backgrounds. They should also be confident working independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams, maintaining accurate confidential records, and adhering to professional, safeguarding, and ethical standards. Continuous professional development and a commitment to staying informed about best practices in addiction treatment are also expected.
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).
