Occupational Therapist Assistant

**Priory Hospital Newbury
Salary: £26,300
Full Time/ 37.5 Hours**

Priory Hospital Newbury, located Berkshire, is a level 2 rehabilitation service which supports male adults with mental health needs, who are working towards a life back in the community. We also provide an acute service, for local male and female patients who are in crisis and require a short admission for support.

We are well-placed to accept patients who need higher levels of care and intensive therapeutic support, as well as those stepping down in acuity.

In this role, you will play a key part in patient recovery, supporting the assessment and delivery of tailored treatment plans while ensuring dignity, respect, and high standards of care.

• Support the Occupational Therapist in planning and delivering therapeutic activities to promote patients’ independence, wellbeing and recovery.
• Assist patients in developing daily living skills, including personal care, self-care routines and practical life skills.
• Facilitate individual and group activities designed to improve social interaction, confidence, communication and engagement.
• Encourage patients to participate in meaningful occupations and therapeutic activities that support their individual recovery goals.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to support person-centred care and contribute to patients’ treatment plans.
• Monitor and report patients’ progress, engagement and any changes in presentation to the Occupational Therapist and wider clinical team.
• Help maintain a safe, supportive and therapeutic environment that promotes dignity, choice and independence.
• Support the preparation of therapeutic resources, activity programmes and group sessions in line with patients’ individual needs.
• Maintain accurate records of patient participation and ensure all activities are delivered in accordance with clinical policies and procedures.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

**Essential for the Role – Assistant Psychologist
**Applicants must hold a degree in Psychology that is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), providing Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC).

**The Following Experience Would Be Beneficial
**Experience working within a mental health setting and supporting individuals with a range of psychological needs would be advantageous. Experience assisting with psychological assessments, administering and scoring psychometric measures, contributing to therapeutic interventions and maintaining accurate clinical records would also be beneficial. Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills, alongside the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT), are desirable.

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.

• Enhanced maternity pay
• Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and private healthcare
• 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.