Part-Time Non-Medical Prescriber: Substance Misuse

Forward Trust; Grays; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Pension scheme

Life & health benefits

Cycle to work

Job summary

The Forward Trust is seeking a Part Time Non-Medical Prescriber (Band 7 NMP) to lead specialist prescribing for clients with substance dependence at Thurrock. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to provide safe, evidence-based prescribing, manage complex cases and support colleagues with expert guidance.

As a clinical leader, you will ensure high-quality, person-centred care, promote safe prescribing, and contribute to service development.

Qualifications

• Qualified nurse with current Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration.
• Non-Medical Prescriber qualification and authority to prescribe within scope of practice.
• Significant clinical experience in substance misuse services, especially drug and alcohol dependence.
• Experience assessing and managing clients with complex clinical and prescribing needs.
• Strong clinical decision-making and evidence-based prescribing.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, effective and evidence-based non-medical prescribing for clients with substance dependence.
• Assess and manage complex clients, ensuring prescribing decisions meet individual needs.
• Provide expert prescribing advice and clinical support to a team of practitioners.
• Collaborate with colleagues, external agencies and partner organisations in substance misuse services.
• Demonstrate clinical leadership and maintain high standards of care.
• Undertake management responsibilities and contribute to service delivery and development.
• Promote safe prescribing practices in line with clinical guidelines and professional standards.

Skills

Non-Medical Prescriber

NMC registered nurse

Clinical leadership

Substance misuse experience

Job description

The Forward Trust is seeking a Part Time Non-Medical Prescriber (Band 7 NMP) to lead specialist prescribing for clients with substance dependence at Thurrock. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to provide safe, evidence-based prescribing, manage complex cases and support colleagues with expert guidance.

As a clinical leader, you will ensure high-quality, person-centred care, promote safe prescribing, and contribute to service development.