Substance Misuse Nurse

Hmp Lewes; Bracklesham; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and personal development

Job summary

NHS Jobs in Lewes is seeking a Senior Substance Misuse Nurse to join the Substance Misuse team at HMP Lewes, a Category B Prison located in Lewes.

This permanent, full-time role offers 37.5 hours across four shifts (3 x 9.5h and 1 x 9h), 7am–5pm, with every other weekend. Salary ranges from £48,200 to £54,397 per year, plus access to bespoke training and development opportunities. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK and be prepared for vetting checks.

Responsibilities

• Work 37.5 hours over 4 shifts (3 x 9.5h and 1 x 9h), 7am–5pm, with every other weekend.
• Provide care within the Substance Misuse team at HMP Lewes, a Category B prison located in Lewes.

Job description

Senior Substance Misuse Nurse

Company: NHS Jobs
Salary: £48,200 to £54,397 a year
Hours: Full-time
Location: Lewes, BN7 1EA
Job type: Permanent
Posting date: 8 Oct 2026
Closing date: 22 Oct 2026

Summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Substance Misuse Nurse to join our Substance Misuse team at HMP Lewes, a category B Prison located in Lewes. Opportunities for training and personal development

• Hours 37.5 hours working 4 shifts a week, 3 x 9.5 hour shift and 1 x 9 hour shift, 7am 5pm, plus every other weekend.
• Salary This position is full time, you'll receive an annual salary up to £54,397 per annum, depending on experience.

How will we support you?

• Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
• Competency framework
• Regional and national career development opportunities
• Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
• Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.