Priory Hospital Llanarth Court
Salary: £26,300 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Llanarth Court is looking for an Occupational Therapy Assistant to join the team full-time, working 37.5 hours per week. Priory Hospital Llanarth Court, located in the rural area of Usk, Monmouthshire, offers secure services for adult males and females. We provide a specialist assessment and treatment service for people with mental health conditions who present with a variety of behaviours that challenge.

As an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you will work closely with Occupational Therapists and the wider Therapy Team to deliver engaging, person-centred interventions that support patients in developing independence, building confidence and improving their everyday living skills.

As part of the job role, you will:

• Support the delivery of group and one-to-one therapeutic and recreational activities across the wards, hospital grounds and community.
• Help patients develop essential daily living skills, including cooking, laundry and cleaning, as well as more complex life skills and routines.
• Monitor and evaluate patient progress, maintaining accurate clinical notes and documentation of interventions.
• Support the reduction of restrictive interventions and assist in managing incidents of violence and aggression when required, promoting a safe and supportive environment.

You can find additional information in the attached job description. For an informal discussion about this post please contact Head of Psychology and Therapy Karen Redding on 01873 840555 or karenredding@priorygroup.com.

Essential for the role
Candidates must have GCSEs or O-Levels (grades A–C), a relevant NVQ Level 2 qualification, or equivalent practical experience.

The following experience would be beneficial
This is an entry-level role; however, prior experience working in a health and social care setting is beneficial.