Alcohol Substance Misuse Nurse Cornwall (Ref:005ZB)

Integrated Care System; Truro; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Cornwall is seeking two Alcohol Substance Misuse Nurses to deliver community-based support to individuals affected by alcohol dependency. The successful candidates will lead healthcare clinics, coordinate detoxification programmes, and work within a clinical team. Applicants must be registered nurses with valid NMC registration. The role offers 28 days annual leave, flexible working options, and other benefits. Closing date: 14th August 2025.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Extra day off for your birthday or a special occasion

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Two days paid volunteer leave per year

Auto-enrollment into our pension scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Flexible working options and wellbeing resources

Refer a Friend scheme with a £500 bonus per successful referral

Qualifications

• Understanding of NMC code of conduct.
• Experience in comprehensive needs assessments and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, community-based support to individuals affected by alcohol dependency.
• Lead healthcare clinics and educational groups.
• Coordinate community detoxification programmes.

Skills

Strong communication skills and client engagement ability

Ability to work constructively with diverse groups and settings

Knowledge of safe drug storage and handling

Competence in planning, implementing, and evaluating client care

Education

Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration

Completed pre-registration nurse training

Job description

Alcohol Substance Misuse Nurse Cornwall (Ref:005ZB)

We are looking for two Alcohol Substance Misuse Nurses to provide harm reduction interventions to clients. You can be based at any of our main offices (Truro, Liskeard, or Penzance).

Main duties of the job

The successful candidates will deliver high-quality, community-based support to individuals affected by alcohol dependency. Responsibilities include leading healthcare clinics, educational groups, assessing clients, coordinating community detoxification programmes, and educating clients and their families about relapse prevention medication used in alcohol dependence.

About us

WithYou provides free, confidential support to over 100,000 people annually across England and Scotland, addressing issues with drugs, alcohol, and mental health. Our name reflects our supportive environment—helping people progress, connect, and receive expert help tailored to their needs. We are passionate about making a difference in people's lives.

Job responsibilities

Applicants must submit a CV and a covering letter explaining why they are suitable for this role. The closing date is 14th August 2025, but early applications are encouraged as the role may close early. Please note, we do not sponsor visas; candidates must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the contract.

We are part of a large integrated drug and alcohol service working with some of Cornwall's most disadvantaged populations. Successful candidates will work as part of a clinical team alongside services including outreach, hospital, community, criminal justice, and residential rehab. The role requires being a registered nurse with valid NMC registration.

Benefits

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Extra day off for your birthday or a special occasion
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Two days paid volunteer leave per year
• Auto-enrollment into our pension scheme
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Flexible working options and wellbeing resources
• Refer a Friend scheme with a £500 bonus per successful referral

DE&I and Inclusion

We promote an inclusive culture, encouraging applications from diverse backgrounds, including those with lived experience, disabilities, from racialized communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and veterans. We support veterans and candidates with disabilities through guaranteed interview schemes and reasonable adjustments during the selection process.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration
• Completed pre-registration nurse training
• Full UK driving license and access to a car, with business use insurance

Experience

• Understanding of NMC code of conduct
• Experience in comprehensive needs assessments, risk assessments, and management
• Knowledge of safe drug storage, handling, and administration, especially controlled drugs
• Understanding of agencies involved in drug and alcohol response services
• Ability to work constructively with diverse groups and settings
• Competence in planning, implementing, and evaluating client care
• Strong communication skills and client engagement ability
• Willingness to work flexibly to meet care needs

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.