Independent Prescriber

NHS; Harrow; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A health services provider in Harrow seeks an experienced Independent Prescriber who will deliver health and wellbeing interventions to vulnerable individuals. The ideal candidate must be registered with the appropriate regulatory bodies and possess sound knowledge of substance use prescribing. Responsibilities include providing clinical management, supporting recovery, and collaborating with partners to ensure the effectiveness of service delivery. A flexible full-time work schedule is offered, with a competitive salary between £52,378 and £55,356 annually.

Qualifications

• Registered with NMC, HCPC or GPhC and a qualified independent prescriber.
• Sound knowledge of prescribing for substance use.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality service delivery to people who use substances.
• Work as a registered health-care professional in designated services.
• Deliver health and wellbeing interventions, including prescribing.

Skills

Prescribing for substance use

Service delivery to vulnerable people

Good IT skills

Strong teamwork

Effective communication

Education

Registered with NMC, HCPC or GPhC

Qualified independent prescriber

Tools

Microsoft Office

Digital meeting platforms

Case-management systems

Job description

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast‑paced and growing organisation. We are looking for an experienced Independent Prescriber for our Harrow Services – with a background in nursing or pharmacy.

About us

At Via, our mission is to provide the best health and wellbeing support to as many people as possible, helping them to change their lives for the better.

Last year we supported over 11,000 people across the UK affected by alcohol and drug use.

• Care – Care for people is at the heart of everything we do.
• Be human – We are accessible, genuine and humble. Always learning.
• Do the right thing – We are open, honest, stand and inclusive. We get things done.

We want to recruit the very best talent and nurture a positive workplace culture where our colleagues feel valued, recognised, empowered and supported.

Details

• Date posted: 15 December 2025
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £52,378 to £55,356 a year (including London weighting if applicable)
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full‑time, flexible working
• Reference number: B0427‑0291
• Job location: 97 Pinner Road, Harrow, Middlesex, HA14ET

Job description

Role Purpose – Provide high quality service delivery to people who use substances and their significant others. Contribute to the overall performance of designated services to ensure contractual output targets and high clinical standards are achieved.

Key duties include:

• Work as a registered health‑care professional (prescriber) in designated services.
• Deliver health and wellbeing interventions, including prescribing, in line with legislation, best practice guidance and organisational documents.
• Assist in developing systems, pathways and documents that promote holistic delivery of services (e.g., criminal justice, blood‑borne viruses).
• Provide clinical management and support for people, encouraging access to education, employment and recovery support activities.
• Collaborate with commissioners, suppliers and primary and secondary care services.
• Participate in audits, monitoring and the implementation of recommendations.
• Contribute to data collation, quality improvement and incident reporting.
• Provide competency assessment and training, and support colleagues’ development.
• Engage in continuing professional development and meet organisational and regulator revalidation requirements.

Provide advice and guidance on clinical issues to staff and partner agencies. Work with management to support a one‑team approach and, where relevant, provide clinical supervision.

Person specification

Essential:

• Registered with NMC, HCPC or GPhC and a qualified independent prescriber.
• Sound knowledge of prescribing for substance use, with experience in recovery, harm reduction and health promotion.
• Demonstrable ability to deliver excellent service to vulnerable people with complex needs.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office, digital meeting platforms and case‑management systems.
• Knowledge of health and social care regulatory requirements (CQC, NICE, etc.).
• Commitment to partnership with other professionals and stakeholders.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and communicate effectively in various settings.
• Strong teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills.

Desirable:

• Relevant postgraduate qualifications (e.g., RCGP Drugs Part 1/2, CMHP Credentialed).
• Experience providing clinical services to people who use substances.
• Experience in audits, incident and complaints management and professional development.
• Professional affiliation (e.g., RCN, RPS, CMHP).
• Experience in clinical supervision, line management and appraisals.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 – a Disclosure and Barring Service check is required.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information, see the NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer name: Via

Address: 97 Pinner Road, Harrow, Middlesex, HA14ET

Employer website: https://via.ciphr-irecruit.com/Applicants/vacancy