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Addictions Therapist


Location
Manchester, United Kingdom
Salary
£39,140 to £45,320 a year
Profession
Mental health professionals
Deadline
31 Aug 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
08 Jun 2026
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Job summary

Therapist, 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.

Main duties of the job

  • 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 programme.
  • Collaborate with the Move-On Programme team to facilitate appropriate continuing care and aftercare.
  • Maintain accurate clinical records and risk assessments, identifying and escalating safeguarding or clinical risks as needed.
  • Participate actively in clinical reviews, handovers, and multidisciplinary team meetings to ensure holistic client care.

About us

Priory is the UKs 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 childrens mental health and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, PraderWilli 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.

For agency enquiries and applications, please view our legal statement here.

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.

Details

  • Date posted: 08 June 2026
  • Pay scheme: Other
  • Salary: £39,140 to £45,320 a year
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working, Compressed hours
  • Reference number: 523091
  • Job locations: Priory Lane, Roehampton, Greater London, SW15 5JJ, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Priory Hospital Roehampton is looking to recruit an Addictions Therapist to join the team on West wing. This is a full-time/part-time role.

Priory Hospital Roehampton, a registered hospital in London, is a welcoming and highly respected rehab facility, offering expert mental health and addiction treatment.

We support people facing a wide range of mental health challenges, providing specialist care for depression, anxiety and addictions. Our team offers tailored treatment for substance addictions, including alcohol, cocaine and heroin, as well as behavioural addictions like gambling. We also provide outpatient support for adults with eating disorders.

Person specification

Requirements

Essential

  • Essential requirements for this role include a recognized professional therapy qualification such as 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. Additionally, current professional registration, up-to-date insurance, and an enhanced DBS checkor willingness to undergo oneare required.

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