Priory Hospital North London is looking to recruit a Lead Addictions Therapist to join the team. This is a full time/37.5 Hour role.
Priory North London is one of the UK’s leading centres for the treatment of a range of mental health difficulties, including addictions, depression, anxiety, stress and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Since it first opened its doors in 1986, we have worked tirelessly to establish our excellent reputation as a specialist provider of mental health care. The Hospital itself is a Grade I listed building, overlooking beautiful parklands, in a peaceful and secluded part of Southgate.
You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patient’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 an Addictions Lead Therapist, you will play a key part in service delivery and patient 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.
- Deliver high-quality, evidence-based therapy individually and in structured group formats aligned with the ATP model
- Conduct clinical assessments, contribute to treatment planning, and provide ongoing therapeutic support for clients on the step-down day care program
- Collaborate with the wider team to facilitate appropriate continuing care and aftercare.
- Maintain accurate clinical records and risk assessments, identifying and escalating safeguarding or clinical risks as needed.
- Facilitating clinical reviews, handovers, and multidisciplinary team meetings to ensure holistic client care and support for the Addictions Therapy team.
- Working closely with the Therapy Service Manager and site Therapy Leads to collaborate in striving for excellence.
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
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.
Essential requirements for this role include a recognized professional therapy qualification such as BABCP, BACP, UKCP, HCPC, or an equivalent certification, alongside a degree in Counselling, Psychotherapy, or a related field.
Candidates should have a minimum of two years’ experience working in addiction treatment or a recovery-based setting, with proven experience in delivering group therapy and managing group dynamics. They must demonstrate the ability to conduct thorough clinical assessments and manage risk effectively, as well as possess a strong understanding of trauma-informed approaches and co-occurring mental health conditions. An enhanced DBS check is also required.
For more information about the role, you can email
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This position is a leadership role at Priory and during the interview process we will be assessing candidates against our leadership behaviours. These are a set of ten values driven behaviours that define great leadership at Priory. They are integral to driving a positive high performing culture where we strive to deliver the best care and outcomes for the people we support. You can find out more about our interview approach and our leadership behaviours here.
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
- 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.
Priory is the UK’s leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions – including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and children’s mental health – and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, Prader–Willi Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here.
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All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.
