Non-Medical Prescriber - Pharmacist

NHS; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An NHS Trust in Somerset is seeking a Band 7 Non-Medical Prescriber to join their dedicated team. The role involves conducting ADHD assessments, prescribing treatments, and leading quality improvement projects. You will have flexible working options, including home working, and will be part of a supportive environment focused on staff wellbeing. The ideal candidate will be a Registered Nurse or Pharmacist with the V300 Non-Medical Prescribing qualification and experience working with adults with ADHD.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

CPD funding

Qualifications

• Registered RMN, RNMH, RNLD or Pharmacist with current GPhC registration.
• Experience managing a caseload in a community setting.
• Knowledge of ADHD medications' side effects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ADHD assessments and provide pharmacological treatments.
• Triage referrals and perform comprehensive reviews.
• Lead quality improvement projects in the service.

Skills

Experience with ADHD

Independent prescribing

Clinical supervision

Education

V300 Non-Medical Prescribing qualification

Registered RMN/RNMH/RNLD or Pharmacist with GPhC registration

Job description

Job summary

Are you a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN/RNMH), Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse (RNLD), or a Registered Pharmacist with the V300 Non-Medical Prescribing qualification? If so, we'd love to hear from you! The Somerset Adult ADHD Service is seeking a Band 7 Non-Medical Prescriber to join our compassionate, forward-thinking, and values-driven team. We are a county-wide service dedicated to delivering high-quality ADHD assessments and treatment for adults in Somerset who have not yet received a diagnosis.

In this role, you will:

• Conduct ADHD assessments and provide pharmacological treatments
• Prescribe off‑label and controlled drugs as an independent prescriber
• Lead quality improvement projects as our service evolves

What we offer:

• Flexible working options: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home
• Compressed hours available
• Core hours: Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm
• CPD funding and access to training within the scope of the service
• A supportive, values-driven environment focused on wellbeing

Main duties of the job

• Deliver ADHD assessments and provide pharmacological interventions, including prescribing controlled and off‑label medications.
• Triage referrals and perform comprehensive case note reviews.
• Act as a clinical expert and independent prescriber within a multi‑disciplinary team.
• Hold a clinical caseload and maintain high standards of care and accurate clinical documentation.
• Use your advanced knowledge to contribute to treatment plans, risk assessments, and patient reviews.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with service users, families, carers, GPs, and colleagues.
• Lead and participate in service development, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical audits.
• Provide clinical supervision, support and training to other professionals.
• Promote mental health education and help develop non‑pharmacological treatment pathways.

About us

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life.

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long‑term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you will gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS‑specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Somerset offers an idyllic countryside, outstanding natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities such as Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away and only two hours to London. The region is home to excellent educational facilities and affordable housing, making it a great place to build both your career and your future.

Details

Date posted: 05 December 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 7

Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full‑time, Flexible working, Home or remote working, Compressed hours

Reference number: 184‑OL‑GR‑2571

Job locations: Glanville House, Church Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5AT

Person specification – qualifications (essential)

• Registered RMN / RNMH / RNLD or Pharmacist with current GPhC registration
• V300 Non-Medical Prescribing qualification, recorded with NMC or GPhC
• Evidence of ongoing CPD and relevant post-registration training
• Experience of working with adults with ADHD and associated comorbidities
• Knowledge of side effects and monitoring of ADHD medications
• Experience in managing a caseload within a community or outpatient setting

Person specification – qualifications (desirable)

• Completion of ADHD training or equivalent
• Supervisory or management experience
• Experience contributing to service improvement or quality improvement initiatives

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Glanville House, Church Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5AT

Employer’s website

https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/