Lead Occupational Therapist

Job description

Job DescriptionJoin Our Team as a Lead Occupational Therapist!

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals facing mental health challenges? Priory Hospital Middleton St George is seeking a passionate and dedicated HCPC registered Lead Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic team. With a competitive salary of up to £48,118 (depending on experience) and a full-time commitment of 37.5 hours per week, this is your chance to shine!

About Us

Located in the beautiful County Durham, Priory Hospital Middleton St George is a specialist inpatient service dedicated to supporting adults with mental health issues, complex needs, and challenging behaviors. Our facility is easily accessible via public transport, with a local train station just 5 miles away and bus services connecting to Darlington.

Your Role

As the Lead Occupational Therapist, you will:

• Provide clinical, professional, and operational leadership to the Occupational Therapy (OT) service.
• Collaborate with the Therapy Services Manager to ensure OT services align with Priory's objectives.
• Play a vital role in patient recovery by assessing and delivering tailored treatment plans that uphold dignity and respect.
• Work closely with a multi-disciplinary team to enhance patient care integration.
• Deliver advanced OT assessment, treatment, and management for our patients.
• Ensure compliance with local and national standards, including COT Standards for Practice and the Code of Ethics.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical audits.
• Oversee student placements within the OT team.
• Represent the OT department in site meetings and regional OT gatherings.
• Manage budget responsibilities related to therapy activities.

What You’ll Bring

To thrive in this role, you will need:

• HCPC registration and a postgraduate certificate, diploma, or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Experience in team leadership and driving change.
• Supervisory experience with Occupational Therapists, Assistants, and students.
• A solid understanding of current healthcare issues and relevant models of practice (e.g., MoHO, VdTMoCA, Sensory Integration).

What We Offer You

At Priory, we believe in your success and growth. Here’s what you can expect:

• Regular career conversations and support to help you thrive.
• Full training and numerous pathways into leadership and clinical positions.
• Healthcare benefits including:
• Free on-site parking
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Birthday Holiday - enjoy an extra day off for your birthday!
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits like gym memberships and private healthcare
• Access to development opportunities and sponsorship for professional qualifications.
• Leadership and management development programs.
• Long service awards and referral bonuses.

Join Us Today!

Shortlisting may begin as soon as applications are received, and the vacancy may close early if we find the right candidates. Don’t miss your chance to be part of a leading organization in mental health care!

About Priory

Priory is the UK’s leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With over 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support more than 24,000 people each year to live their lives fully and independently. We treat over 70 conditions, including depression, anxiety, and eating disorders, and provide care for autistic adults and those with learning disabilities.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process. Join us in making a difference!

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

durham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-11-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English