Job Description

Addiction Therapist

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Priory Hospital North London is looking to recruit an Addiction therapist to join our dedicated team. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week.



Located in London, in a peaceful and secluded part of Southgate, Priory Hospital North London is set within a striking Grade I listed building, overlooking beautiful parklands.



It's 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). We also offer private autism assessments for adults.
What you'll be doing


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.



You will also:Facilitate specialist psycho-educational and relapse prevention therapy groups tailored to support patients' recovery journeys within the addictions service. Deliver individual therapy sessions, providing personalised care and support to help patients achieve their treatment goals. Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop detailed, person-centred treatment plans to guide patient care and recovery. Collaborate closely within a supportive, multidisciplinary team that values a friendly and inclusive working environment. Participate in regular supervision, staff support groups, and annual appraisals to foster ongoing professional development and wellbeing. Exhibit excellent communication skills and maintain a flexible, adaptable approach to meet the evolving needs of patients and the service.
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
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.



You'll have experience in the field and be familiar with abstinence-based treatment, especially the 12-step informed approach. You will hold at least a Level 5 Diploma in counselling and/or a relevant professional qualification in addictions, along with full BACP accreditation.
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.
About Priory
Priory is the leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care in the UK. We support 26,000 people a year to move towards a healthier future so they can live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions, including depression, anxiety, addictions and eating disorders, as well as children's mental health, across our nationwide network of sites. We also support autistic adults and adults with a learning disability, Prader-Willi Syndrome and brain injuries, as well as older people, within specialist residential care and supported living facilities.


With over 13,000 colleagues working at Priory, we have a long and prestigious history, and an unrivalled reputation for making a real and lasting difference to the lives of every individual in our care.

Priory is part of MEDIAN Group, a leading pan-European provider of mental health, specialist care and rehabilitation services, focussed on restoring quality of life through effective, evidenced and data-driven care.



Priory is committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support we can offer, read more here.



All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. We are an equal opportunities employer. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.



We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. Should we require assistance, we will reach out directly to our 'PSL'

Application Deadline

September 26, 2025

Department

Allied Health Professionals and Psychology

Employment Type

Permanent - Full Time

Location

Priory Hospital North London

Address

Grovelands House, Southgate, Southgate, N14 6Ra

Workplace type

Onsite

Compensation

34,000 / year