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Senior Occupational Therapy Assistant

Priory Healthcare

Stockton-On-The-Forest, YO32 9UNView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£17,049

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

30 October 2026

28 days left

Job description

We are looking to recruit a highly motivated senior occupational therapy assistant to join our team based at Stockton Hall. The post holder will work ...

Working within a medium secure hospital, you will lead the growth of real work opportunities that are available for our patients, both on site and in the community, as well as implement a brand new educational provision. Using a trauma-informed approach, you will shape how we deliver meaningful activities, training, and employment opportunities that recognize the impact of their past experiences and promote emotional safety.

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing and recovery. You will play a key part in their recovery by helping individuals build independence and confidence through the acquisition and maintenance of essential life skills, enabling meaningful participation in work/educational focused activities.

Able to effectively and accurately update clinical records and computerised information systems as directed by the Occupational Therapist in a timely manner.

Record and report patients involvement. Ensuring any unusual physical, mental or emotional occurrences are promptly referred to senior staff and documented in an appropriate manner.

Having compassion for the patients and their situation.

Being proactive, enthusiastic and encouraging with staff and patients, encouraging interactions within groups and activities.

Propose new ideas for delivery to further enhance patient experience following feedback gained through community groups and OT sessions/guidance.

Ensures the services and support provided offers good value for money and supports the overall aim of the site.

Working with patients to increase their sense of purpose and value through life skills.

For more information, please click APPLY NOW, where you will be diverted to our website to view a job description, or you can contact Vickiray@priorygroup.com

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here.

For agency enquiries and applications, please view our legal statement here.

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.

For agency enquiries and applications, please view our legal statement 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.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Essential for the role Senior OT Assistant
  • Candidates must have GCSEs or O-Levels (grades AC), a relevant NVQ Level 2 qualification, or equivalent experience.
  • You will be a creative individual who has experience working in a clinical or therapeutic setting and be confident in building positive, trusting relationships with patients and colleagues alike. You will act as a positive role model promoting the value of occupation, as well as upholding the values of the Priory Group.

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

17 September 2026

Last checked

21 September 2026

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About the employer

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Priory Healthcare

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