Independent Prescriber

Recovery Focus; Bradford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health and social support charity in the UK is seeking a qualified Independent Prescriber to join its healthcare team. This role involves delivering evidence-based treatments in Substance Misuse, assessing and managing patient care autonomously. Successful candidates will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes for clients while also receiving a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous annual leave and professional development opportunities. This is an excellent opportunity to positively impact the community.

Benefits

27 days annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year

Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution

Life assurance (3× annual salary)

Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay

Professional fee reimbursement

24/7 online GP access

Recognition and long service awards

£500 bonus

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounts via Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Must possess an Independent Prescriber qualification.
• Experience in substance misuse is desirable.
• Ability to assess, diagnose, and manage patient care autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for exceptional patient outcomes.
• Deliver evidence-based treatments in Substance Misuse.
• Support the team in making a real difference in the community.

Skills

Independent Prescriber qualification

Experience in substance misuse

Strong knowledge of pharmacology

Education

RCGP Qualifications Level 1 (and 2 or willingness to work towards)

Job description

Overview

Post based in Bradford (BD1 5BA & BD1 3DN) and Keighley (BD21 2AD).

About Waythrough

Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we’ve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.

Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services – and it’s all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.

Make a real difference in your community

Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.

About the role

Are you a Nurse or Pharmacist with an Independent Prescriber qualification and a passion for delivering evidence-based treatments in Substance Misuse?

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Independent Prescriber to join our dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess advanced clinical skills, a strong knowledge of pharmacology, and the ability to autonomously assess, diagnose, and manage patient care. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient outcomes and ensure the highest standards of care.

Key Requirements

• Independent Prescriber qualification
• RCGP Qualifications Level 1 (and 2 or willingness to work towards)
• Experience of working within substance misuse (desirable)

We are one of the largest complex integrated treatment services in England. We operate an MDT model and there is real opportunity to work within a fantastic supportive team, including a mental health nurse offering specific interventions to support people, making a real difference to the lives of those in our community.

We have a strong ethos around staff development, with protected CPD time being offered, as well as individual and group supervision. All clinical services are supported by an experienced and dynamic multidisciplinary central clinical department.

What We Offer

We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package :

• 27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)
• Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%
• Life assurance (3× annual salary)
• Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay
• Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave
• Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications
• 24 / 7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
• Recognition and long service awards via our and portals
• £500 bonus
• Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership
• Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good
• Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year

Inclusion and accessibility

Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support.

If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team :

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