Family Therapist
Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Priory Hospital Ticehurst
Compensation: £41,200 - £53,560 / year
Description
Priory Hospital Ticehurst – Salary £41,200–£53,560 depending on experience – Full Time/37.5 Hours. Ticehurst has an opportunity for an experienced Family Therapist to join our team. Set within 48 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens in a small village in East Sussex, Priory Ticehurst House is an idyllic location which allows us to provide a highly therapeutic environment, making us the perfect place for people staying with us to begin their recovery. We work collaboratively with the discharge teams to ensure a smooth transition back into existing community services, or to an individual’s home, where possible.
What you’ll be doing
In this role, you will play a key part in patient recovery, supporting the assessment and delivery of tailored treatment plans while ensuring dignity, respect, and high standards of care.
- Provide high-quality systemic family therapy to patients and their families, supporting recovery through evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop and deliver person-centred care plans, ensuring families are actively involved in the treatment process where appropriate.
- Promote positive outcomes by strengthening family relationships, enhancing communication, and providing education and support throughout the patient’s recovery journey.
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
What you’ll bring to the role
Essential for the role – Family Therapist. Applicants should hold a Master’s-level qualification in Family and Systemic Psychotherapy (typically a 4-year qualifying course), with mandatory UKCP registration via an approved route (e.g., IFT/AFSP or the College of Family, Couple and Systemic Therapy). AFSP (formerly AFT) registration is also expected. Applicants should have post-qualification experience in mental health settings, including inpatient and/or outpatient services.
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
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra day of annual leave
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and private healthcare
- 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.
Family Therapist in Ticehurst employer: PRIORY GROUP
At Priory Group in Folkestone, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values compassion and dedication. Our supportive work culture fosters personal and professional growth, offering extensive training opportunities to empower our Waking Night Support Workers in delivering high-quality care. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents while enjoying a flexible work environment that prioritises your well-being.
