Job summary
Do you want to be part of an exciting new work stream to help improve the lives and wellbeing of others?
We are looking for a passionate and motivated individual to join our substance use service on a casual, as and when required basis. This flexible opportunity is ideal for a qualified non-medical prescriber looking to provide specialist prescribing and a range of clinical interventions, working alongside our recovery caseworkers to deliver an effective and comprehensive package of care to service users.
Main duties of the job
In this role you will:
Prescribe and review medication in accordance with evidence-practice and national and local protocols.
Identify and assess the suitability of service users for in-patient alcohol and opioid detoxification.
Assess physical and mental health needs.
Proactively support the preventions, identification, and treatment of blood borne viruses.
Support service users to adopt health promotion strategies that encourage healthier lifestyles.
Details
- Date posted: 06 November 2026
- Closing date: 20 November 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £25.82 an hour
- Contract: Bank
- Working pattern: Part-time
- Reference number: F0120-MID1244989
- Job locations: Fountain Court, 119 Grange Road, Middlesbrough, TS1 2AF, United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Diagnose and manage on an individual needs basis, integrating both drug and non-drug-based treatment methods into a management plan, in conjunction with the caseworker.
All relative prescribing practice including but not exclusively assessment, titration, review of therapeutic effectiveness, detoxification, relapse prevention.
Prescribe and review medication in accordance with evidence-based practice and national and local protocols, and within scope of practice.
Identify and assess suitability of service users for in-patient alcohol and opioid detoxification as appropriate.
Assess physical and mental health needs, facilitating access to appropriate interventions in collaboration with the caseworker.
Proactively in the prevention, identification, and treatment of blood borne viruses.
Support service users to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles.
To adhere to the medicines management guidance and local prescribing pathways on appropriate prescribing.
Contribute to the effective and person-centred care planning and risk management of individuals receiving treatment.
Understand and apply legal framework/processes that support the identification of vulnerable and abused children and adults and be aware of statutory child/vulnerable service users health procedures and local guidance.
Carry out duties as required by the service commensurate with grade and experience.
Person Specification
Experience
Desirable
- At least one years relevant and recent experience of working within substance misuse treatment setting.
Qualifications
Essential
- First level registered nurse with a current PIN or qualified pharmacist/paramedic with current GPhC registration and independent non-medical.
Desirable
- Post-graduation qualification in drugs and/or alcohol (e.g., RCGP).
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Sound and demonstrable knowledge of clinical prescribing issues.
- Sound and demonstrable knowledge of harm reduction and health promotion interventions.
- Knowledge of the issues facing substance misusers including appropriate medical interventions, social care, and health issues.
- Ability to assess and recovery plan service users and formulate written reports as necessary.
- Ability to interpret relevant medical test results.
- Can demonstrate competence to undertake physical examinations relevant to their prescribing role.
- Ability to communicate confidently and effectively, verbally and in writing.
- An understanding of and commitment to safeguarding best practice.
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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
About us
Our Values are a critical element of our strategy to create a brighter future for Middlesbrough. They will be at the heart of everything we do and will be the foundation for how we operate, behave and make decisions. Having these values will help you be the best you can be and help Middlesbrough to grow and thrive.
Employer details
- Employer name: Middlesbrough Council
- Address: Fountain Court, 119 Grange Road, Middlesbrough, TS1 2AF, United Kingdom
- Employer's website: https://www.middlesbrough.gov.uk/careers-and-job-opportunities/current-vacancies/