ADHD Specialist Independent Prescriber

Psychiatry Uk; Remote; GBP 61,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health service provider in the UK seeks an ADHD Specialist Independent Prescriber to provide high-quality patient-centered care. This role involves independent prescribing for adults with ADHD, managing patient care, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Applicants must have relevant qualifications and experience, including a Non-Medical Prescribing qualification. Full-time and part-time positions are available with a salary range of £61,000 – £67,000 per annum plus additional perks such as a welcome bonus and remote working allowance.

Benefits

Health Cash Plan and Wellbeing Hub subscription

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Volunteering Day

Enhanced sickness leave pay

Work-from-home allowance

Pension options

Qualifications

• Must have at least one year of post-qualification experience.
• Experience specifically within ADHD specialist services is required.
• Registered Mental Health Nurse or equivalent qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based prescribing for adult ADHD patients.
• Manage patient caseload during titration and ongoing treatments.
• Conduct audits and participate in quality improvement activities.

Skills

ADHD prescribing experience

Communication skills

Clinical governance knowledge

Patient-centered approach

Education

Non-Medical Prescribing (V300) qualification

First-level registered nurse

Further qualifications in mental health

Job description

Overview

The ADHD Specialist Independent Prescriber plays a critical role in delivering high‑quality, patient‑centered care within Psychiatry UK’s ADHD service. Reporting to the Titration Team Lead and working closely with Consultant Psychiatrists, this position is responsible for the treatment and ongoing management of adults with ADHD, including the independent or supplementary prescribing of ADHD medications in line with national guidelines and Psychiatry UK’s clinical policies. The Specialist Independent Prescriber exercises autonomous clinical judgment to initiate, titrate and monitor treatment efficacy, manage risk, and ensure safe and effective titration, while maintaining professional and ethical standards of care. Through collaborative, multidisciplinary working, they contribute to continuous service development, clinical governance and quality improvement initiatives, supporting Psychiatry UK’s commitment to innovation and excellence in mental health care. This is a home‑based role (applicants must reside in the UK), though occasional travel may be required for face‑to‑face meetings at various locations within the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, effective, and evidence‑based prescribing for adult ADHD patients in line with NICE guidelines, Psychiatry UK clinical policies, and the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) Prescribing Framework.
• Manage a defined caseload of patients during the titration and ongoing treatment phases, ensuring timely review of treatment effectiveness, side effects, and adherence.
• Communicate with patients through Psychiatry UK’s secure portal, offering clear, supportive, and clinically appropriate responses to medication‑related queries.
• Complete End of Titration Reviews (EOTRs) and conduct annual medication reviews in a timely and thorough manner, ensuring continuity and quality of care.
• Exercise independent or supplementary prescribing rights within scope of practice, recognising limitations and seeking clinical advice when necessary.
• Collaborate closely with Consultant Psychiatrists and the wider ADHD service team to ensure coordinated, patient‑centred care.
• Undertake regular risk assessments and review safeguarding concerns, escalating appropriately in line with organisational policy.
• Maintain accurate, detailed, and confidential clinical records using Psychiatry UK’s digital systems in accordance with professional and legal standards.
• Participate in audits, quality improvement activities, and the review of prescribing practices to support clinical governance and service development.
• Engage in regular clinical supervision and team learning to maintain high standards of clinical decision‑making.
• Contribute to the ongoing refinement of Psychiatry UK’s prescribing pathways, titration protocols, and service delivery processes.
• Remain up to date with relevant legislation, prescribing guidance, and Psychiatry UK policies, with a commitment to continuous professional development.

Qualifications & Experience

• First‑level registered Mental Health nurse (RMN) or First‑level registered nurse (Adult, Children’s or Learning Disabilities) with at least one year post‑qualification secondary mental health service experience or further mental health qualification.
• Must hold Independent & Supplementary Non‑Medical Prescribing (V300) qualification with at least one year post‑prescribing qualification experience.
• At least one year of post‑prescribing qualification experience in a Specialist ADHD Service (private and/or NHS secondary mental health practice) or equivalent.
• ADHD prescribing experience, including medication initiation, titration, review and long‑term management.
• For pharmacists:
  • Registered Pharmacist with Non‑Medical Prescribing Qualification.
  • One year of post‑qualification secondary mental health service experience or equivalent.
  • ADHD prescribing experience, including medication initiation, titration, review and long‑term management.
• Further relevant training or qualifications in mental health or neurodevelopmental conditions.
• Previous experience specifically within ADHD specialist services.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with titration and long‑term management of stimulant and non‑stimulant ADHD medications.
• Understanding of clinical governance, audit and quality improvement processes related to prescribing.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, technology‑enabled clinical environment.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and risk assessment in mental health and remote care settings.
• Ability to adapt and contribute to service development in a growing, evolving organisation.
• Strong patient‑centred approach, empathy, professionalism and rapport‑building skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to engage effectively remotely and in writing.
• Familiarity with ADHD rating scales, validated screening and monitoring tools, and awareness of safeguarding procedures in digital healthcare delivery.

Compensation & Location

£61,000 – £67,000 per annum plus £2,000 welcome bonus and £1,000 working‑from‑home allowance. Full‑time or part‑time positions available. Fully remote; applicants must be based in the UK.

Benefits

• Health Cash Plan and Wellbeing Hub subscription
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual Volunteering Day
• Enhanced sickness and family leave pay
• Length of service bonus
• Work‑from‑home allowance
• Pension options

Recruitment Process

We are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments – such as additional time, assistive technology or an alternative format – please let us know. Contact us at [e-mail] to discuss any adjustments that would support you. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and may be closed early if we receive a high volume of interest. To ensure you don’t miss out, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.