Independent Prescriber

Service Care Solutions; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity is looking for an Independent Prescriber in Leeds to provide high-quality care focusing on substance misuse. This pivotal role involves clinical assessments, medication prescriptions, and collaborative work to enhance patient recovery. Join a dynamic team committed to making a difference in community health.

Benefits

£250 sign-up and referral bonus

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse or Pharmacist with Independent Prescriber qualification.
• Significant experience in substance misuse services.
• Strong understanding of drug misuse and clinical guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive service user assessments.
• Prescribe medication safely and cost-effectively.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals in primary care.

Skills

Substance misuse services

Harm reduction interventions

Primary healthcare

Clinical guidelines

Electronic clinical systems

Microsoft Office

Education

Independent Prescriber qualification

RCGP Level 1

RCGP Level 2 or willingness to work towards

Job description

Are you a qualified Independent Prescriber passionate about delivering high-quality care to people affected by drug and alcohol use? Join a leading charity committed to supporting communities across England through mental health, substance misuse, housing, and related services.

About the Role:

Service Care Solutions is seeking a dynamic and experienced Independent Prescriber to join their clinical team in West Yorkshire. You will play a vital role in delivering clinical assessments and prescribing a range of medications (including controlled drugs) in line with national and organisational guidelines to support recovery-focused care.

This role is a Temporary to Permanent contract.

Pay: £58/hour (Umbrella) | £50.77/hour PAYE (inclusive of holidays) | ~£45.30/hour PAYE (exclusive of holidays)

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive service user assessments and develop personalised care plans
• Prescribe medication safely and cost-effectively in accordance with best practices
• Collaborate with pharmacists, GPs, and healthcare professionals across primary care settings
• Deliver outreach services and health promotion, including BBV testing and immunisations
• Maintain accurate and secure clinical data records
• Support clinical audits, supervision, and continuous professional development
• Contribute to service-wide learning and improvements in clinical governance

Requirements:

• Registered Nurse or Pharmacist with a valid Independent Prescriber qualification
• RCGP Level 1 (and Level 2 or willingness to work towards)
• Significant experience in substance misuse services and harm reduction interventions
• Strong understanding of drug misuse, primary healthcare, and clinical guidelines
• Proficient in using electronic clinical systems and Microsoft Office

About the Charity:

With nearly 3,500 staff and volunteers across almost 200 services, the charity supports over 125,000 individuals each year. It is committed to breaking down barriers to care and tackling poverty, addiction, and disadvantage with honesty, commitment, and innovation.

Apply Now

If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of others and thrive in a dynamic clinical environment, we’d love to hear from you.

£250 sign-up and referral bonus on offer.

Job Info

• Job Title: Independent Prescriber
• Company: Service Care Solutions
• Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
• Posted:
  
• Closes: Jul 18th 2025
• Sector: Charity
• Contract: Temporary
• Hours: Full Time