Sessional Therapist - Southgate - PRIORY GROUP LIMITED

Description

Priory North London is looking to recruit a Sessional DBT/ EMDR/ Schema/ Addictions and Family Therapist to join the team.

Priory Hospital North London is a private acute psychiatric hospital for adults, located in Southgate, overlooking the beautiful grounds of Grovelands Park. The hospital provides care and treatment for patients with a wide range of mental health difficulties as inpatients, day patients and outpatients.

The hospital specialises in providing treatment to patients with acute mental health conditions, addiction issues, and also has a Tier 6 specialist Obsessive-Compulsive disorders service in conjunction with the NHS. The hospital is situated close to excellent transport links to central London and parking is available on-site.

What you'll be doing

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

To work with Priory as a sessional therapist or psychologist, we ask that you ideally have a minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experience, and can demonstrate a good level of clinical experience in your chosen field. You are able to offer strong clinical judgement, excellent communication skills and able to adhere to good organisational clinical governance; which will include the use of digital platforms, concise clinical notes and attending risk management meetings as required.

Accreditation with an approved professional body is required, which includes HCPC, UKCP, BABCP, BACP, NCPS, BPC, ACAT, and ACP (relevant to the type of modality you wish to offer). We can consider 'working towards accreditation' in certain circumstances, and can discuss this on a case-by-case basis.

Hours for this sessional role are flexible and will be scheduled according to the centre's requirements. While specific hours may vary depending on demand, we aim to provide clarity as service needs become clearer. This approach ensures the centre can respond effectively to changing demands.

For more information about the role, you can email

What you'll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

To work with Priory as a sessional therapist or psychologist, we ask that you ideally have a minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experience, and can demonstrate a good level of clinical experience in your chosen field. You are able to offer strong clinical judgement, excellent communication skills and able to adhere to good organisational clinical governance; which will include the use of digital platforms, concise clinical notes and attending risk management meetings as required.

Accreditation with an approved professional body is required, which includes HCPC, UKCP, BABCP, BACP, NCPS, BPC, ACAT, and ACP (relevant to the type of modality you wish to offer). We can consider 'working towards accreditation' in certain circumstances, and can discuss this on a case-by-case basis.

Hours for this sessional role are flexible and will be scheduled according to the centre's requirements. While specific hours may vary depending on demand, we aim to provide clarity as service needs become clearer. This approach ensures the centre can respond effectively to changing demands.

For more information about the role, you can email

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients. We are not accepting applications for remote therapists.

• Deliver individual and group therapy sessions to inpatients and outpatients as required.
• Conduct assessments and contribute to personalised treatment planning and risk management.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) and participate in ward rounds and case discussions.
• Support discharge planning and provide guidance to Therapy Assistants when applicable.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure adherence to professional standards and organisational policies.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What we will give you in return

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.

• Free on-site parking
• Supplemented meals
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• 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. In such cases, adverts should be closed immediately, and remaining applicants informed of the reason.