Independent Prescriber — Mental Health & Criminal Justice

recoveryfocus; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Pension scheme with 4.5% employer

Life assurance (3× annual salary)

Enhanced sick pay

Birthday leave and extra days

Professional fee reimbursement

24/7 online GP access

Recognition and long service awards

Recommend a Friend bonus £500

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

Waythrough is seeking an Independent Prescriber to deliver clinical and prescribing services for its Criminal Justice drug and alcohol service at Forward Leeds - Armley Court. This role requires prescribing, assessments and recovery‑focused care within a multidisciplinary team.

You will work across hub and outreach settings, providing evidence-based treatment and ensuring safe, person-centred interventions aligned with governance standards.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse or Pharmacist with Independent Prescriber qualification.
• RCGP Level 1; Level 2 desirable or willingness to work towards.
• Experience delivering substance misuse treatment and BBV management.

Responsibilities

• Undertake clinical assessments and prescribe in line with best practice.
• Develop and review person-centred care plans.
• Deliver BBV testing, immunisation (including Hep B) and harm reduction interventions.
• Liaise with pharmacists and GPs to support shared care arrangements.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to audit and governance processes.
• Participate in CPD, supervision and service improvement activities.

Skills

Independent Prescriber

Substance misuse treatment

BBV management

Primary care experience

Criminal justice settings

Education

Nurse

Pharmacist

Job description

Waythrough is seeking an Independent Prescriber to deliver clinical and prescribing services for its Criminal Justice drug and alcohol service at Forward Leeds - Armley Court. This role requires prescribing, assessments and recovery‑focused care within a multidisciplinary team.

You will work across hub and outreach settings, providing evidence-based treatment and ensuring safe, person-centred interventions aligned with governance standards.