Community Addictions ANP: Lead MAT & OST Care

NHS National Services Scotland; Ayr; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is seeking a Development Opportunity– Community Addiction Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) based at Ailsa Hospital, working 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday, on a fixed-term contract to 31 March 2026.

You will collaborate with the Senior Management Team and prescribers to develop service delivery, improve access to Opioid Substitution Therapy and meet MAT standards, applying advanced clinical skills in addiction care.

Qualifications

• First Level Registered Nurse with essential post-registration experience.
• Expert knowledge in Drug and Alcohol treatment and evidence-based behavioural strategies.
• Degree/diploma or equivalent experience.
• Evidence of continuing professional development including advanced practice and non-medical prescribing.
• Demonstrable leadership skills and ability to work in a complex environment.
• Excellent communication, delegation, decision making and prioritising.

Responsibilities

• Support development of service delivery and access to OST/MAT standards within START.
• Provide high quality clinical care for individuals with substance misuse.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet safety and care standards.

Job description

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is seeking a Development Opportunity– Community Addiction Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) based at Ailsa Hospital, working 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday, on a fixed-term contract to 31 March 2026.

You will collaborate with the Senior Management Team and prescribers to develop service delivery, improve access to Opioid Substitution Therapy and meet MAT standards, applying advanced clinical skills in addiction care.