At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and facilitate educational programmes for patients in a secure mental health setting.
- Company: Priory Hospital Kemple View, a supportive environment focused on recovery.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible benefits, professional development, and extra holiday for your birthday.
- Other info: Opportunities for leadership roles and professional qualifications sponsorship.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while advancing your career in healthcare education.
- Qualifications: PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification and experience in education or group facilitation.
The predicted salary is between 29120 - 29120 £ per year.
Priory Hospital Kemple View is looking to recruit a Teacher to join the team. This is a full time role of 37.5 hours based on site.
Located in Blackburn, Lancashire, Priory Hospital Kemple View is a 90-bedded hospital, offering level 2 rehabilitation and secure services for adult males. We support people with a mental health condition and/or a personality disorder.
What you’ll be doing
In this post, you will support the delivery of meaningful learning opportunities for patients within a secure mental health setting. Working as part of the Occupational Therapy team, you will design and facilitate educational, vocational and life-skills programmes that support recovery, independence and progression. You will also lead on, develop and coordinate the established Recovery College. You will facilitate partnership working with community partners, including local education providers, focusing on co-produced and co-facilitated learning opportunities that support recovery, personal development and empowerment for patients.
What you’ll bring to the role
- Essential:
- PGCE / teaching/training qualification or equivalent
- Professional qualification in health or social care or a related subject at degree level (BSc, BA)
- Understanding of recovery-focused practice within mental health services
- Experience of delivering education, training or group facilitation
- Desirable:
- Previous experience of working in social care, healthcare or a support environment
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 and offer full training and 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 such as gym membership, IT technology (laptops, tablets, smartphones) and a 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.
Teacher – Healthcare in Blackburn employer: Priory
Priory Hospital Kemple View is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work environment where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients. With a strong focus on employee development, we provide comprehensive training and clear pathways for career progression, alongside attractive benefits such as enhanced maternity pay and flexible perks. Located in Blackburn, Lancashire, our team thrives on collaboration and innovation, ensuring that every member feels valued and empowered in their role.
