Therapy Assistant

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. 

• Pension enrolment
• Access to development opportunities
• Refer a friend bonus
• DBS paid for

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.

Priory Hospital Altrincham
Salary - £12.71 per hour

Priory Hospital Altrincham has an opportunity for a Therapy Assistant to join the team on a bank basis

Priory Hospital Altrincham, Hale, Cheshire provides inpatient and outpatient treatment for a range of mental health conditions and addictions, including depression, anxiety disorders, stress, OCD, phobias, PTSD and bipolar disorder. It is accessible by public transport, with local bus routes serving Rappax Road and Altrincham railway station approximately 1-2 miles from the hospital.

You will be part of a compassionate team that is committed to supporting people's wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future.

As part of the role, you will:

• Support senior staff with care and therapy planning, including assisting with tests, exercises, examinations and therapeutic activities under appropriate supervision.
• Assist with the preparation and delivery of group and one-to-one occupational, therapeutic and recreational activities, observing and reporting client responses to the relevant clinician.
• Support the reception, orientation and induction of new clients, ensuring they feel comfortable, understand the environment and are aware of emergency procedures.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and information systems, contribute to audits and research, and support regional management and the Therapy Lead in developing services, improving quality and meeting service objectives.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.