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Substance Misuse Nurse - Band 5 - HMP Send and Coldingley

Location: Bisley, Woking

Salary: £32,073 -£39,043 depending on experience

Vacancy Type: Permanent

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for a Substance Misuse Service - Band 5, based at HMP Send and Coldingley

Here at Forward Trust, we deliver a complex range of drug and alcohol services in the unique prison environment. Our support includes providing advice, health and wellbeing, motivational work, clinical services, and a wider range of group work and treatment programmes.

The Forward Trust services which are delivered within prison settings are commissioned by NHS England and are delivered in partnership with primary healthcare providers and HMPPS. Integration and partnership are integral to the work we do.

We believe that everyone can live a fulfilling life, whatever their past. Our work in prisons aims to support those affected by drug or alcohol issues to create lasting change and reduce dependency, homelessness, unemployment, and re-offending.

Role / Team overview

As a Band 5 Substance Misuse Nurse with The Forward Trust, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, nurse-led clinical and psychosocial interventions to individuals with substance misuse issues in a prison setting. This dynamic and challenging environment offers the opportunity to utilise and expand your nursing skills while making a tangible impact on the lives of those in your care.

Key responsibilities

• Clinical Assessment & Care Planning: Conduct comprehensive assessments of individuals with substance misuse issues, developing and implementing personalised care plans.
• Treatment Delivery: Administer and monitor prescribed treatments, including medication-assisted therapies, ensuring adherence to clinical guidelines.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including healthcare professionals, prison staff, and external agencies, to provide holistic care.
• Health Promotion & Education: Deliver health education and advice to service users, promoting recovery and well-being.
• Record Keeping & Reporting: Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, ensuring compliance with legal and professional standards.
• Safeguarding & Risk Management: Identify and address safeguarding concerns, implementing appropriate risk management strategies.

All prison-based roles will require enhanced DBS and HMPPS security vetting. Please note this process can take up to 8-12 weeks. All offers are subject to receiving both HMPPS vetting and DBS clearances.

Checks will require you to provide information on the below:

• Yourself (personal information, financial information, police information, criminal history)
• Your family (parents, parents partners, siblings, partner(s), children)
• Co-residents
• Associations that may cause a conflict of interest with your role or the prison service.
• Background checks across police information systems on you, your family and other associates
• Credit reference checks
• Social media and Open-Source checks (these are checks on content about you that's publicly available on the internet to ensure there's nothing linked to you that could undermine public trust and confidence in the prison service)
• Other government and overseas agency or police checks.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid NMC PIN.
• Minimum of one year post-registration experience.
• Experience or a keen interest in substance misuse nursing.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Desirable:

• Experience in a prison or secure healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of substance misuse treatment protocols and harm reduction strategies.
• Additional qualifications or training in substance misuse or mental health nursing.

Please note unfortunately we cannot offer any kind of Sponsorship or Visa with this role.

About Us

We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community.

Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Band 6 Substance Misuse Nurse - HMP Bronzefield

Location: Surrey

Salary: £39,959 - £48,117 DOE

Vacancy Type: Permanent

About The Role

We're looking for a compassionate and motivated Band 6 Substance Misuse Nurse to join our team at HMP Highdown and HMP Downview on a full-time, 35-hour per week basis. This is a rewarding opportunity to deliver high-quality clinical care and recovery-focused interventions to people with drug and alcohol dependencies within a prison setting.

You'll use your clinical expertise to support individuals on their recovery journey while working closely with prison staff, healthcare professionals and partner agencies to improve health outcomes and make a lasting impact.

What you'll be doing:

• Deliver high-quality assessments, treatment and care planning for service users with substance misuse needs.
• Manage your own clinical caseload with autonomy and professionalism.
• Administer and manage prescribed medications safely and effectively.
• Work collaboratively with prison staff, healthcare professionals and partner agencies to ensure seamless care.
• Carry out risk assessments and respond confidently to complex and challenging situations.
• Promote recovery, wellbeing and positive health outcomes through evidence-based interventions.
• Provide clinical supervision and support to junior colleagues, deputising for the Lead Nurse when required.

What we're looking for:

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Experience working with substance misuse, mental health or complex clinical needs.
• Confident working independently while thriving as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong clinical judgement, excellent communication skills and a compassionate approach.
• A commitment to delivering safe, person-centred care in line with the NMC Code and best practice.

If you're passionate about making a lasting impact and want to develop your career in a unique and rewarding environment, we'd love to hear from you.

All prison-based roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and HMPPS security vetting. These checks can take up to 5 months to complete. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion of both checks.

Please note if you have lived overseas within the last 5 years then checks may take longer.

About Us

We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community.

We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits -

• Flexible working
• Support for Families We support our employees through every stage of family life by offering enhanced maternity and paternity pay for eligible employees who have completed 26 weeks' continuous service, alongside family-friendly policies and a supportive, inclusive workplace.
• Training and development opportunities
• Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional)
• Season Ticket Loan Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Crisis Loan Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme
• 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees)
• Access to Blue Light Card
• 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
• Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter
• Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary)
• Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria)

Please note that remote roles may require occasional travel for site visits, training and meetings.

Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click appy to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Working hours: 22.5 hours per week (3 days between Monday and Friday, days can be fixed, 9am to 5pm.)Contract dates - asap for at least 3 months (will be reviewed after 3 months and potentially extended)Pay rate: 61/hr PAYE or 72/hr umbrella)
In your role you will:Initiate prescribing of and/or make amendments to prescriptions of opiate and/or alcohol substitute treatments and other related medications.Take a lead role in developing the prescribing clinic, acting as a point of contact for other workers and partner agencies around prescribing issues.
Essential Qualifications and ExperienceCurrent NMC registrationPrevious post registration experience as NMP (in substance misuse)Strong communication and teamwork skills. Please note we do not offer sponsorships
What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. To find out more about this job please contact Agne on (phone number removed).

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Substance Misuse Health Care Assistant - HMP Highdown

Location: Sutton

Salary: £25,760 - £27,476 DOE

Vacancy Type: Permanent

About the Role

In this role, you will work within an integrated healthcare framework, delivering high standards of nursing care and psychosocial interventions to clients undergoing treatment. You will support individuals through their recovery journey, including those undertaking medical detox, ensuring care is delivered in line with clinical protocols, policies, and evidence-based practice.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will collaborate closely with Registered Nurses and medical professionals to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care tailored to each individual s physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs.

You will play a key role in monitoring and reporting on clients health and wellbeing, supporting behaviour change within the context of a 12 Step Treatment Programme, and promoting overall health improvement. This may also involve delivering brief crisis interventions, facilitating community or code of conduct meetings, and maintaining a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment.

The role requires effective time management and the ability to prioritise tasks while managing your own workload. You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate clinical records, contributing to safeguarding processes, and ensuring compliance with all relevant policies, including health and safety and infection control. An understanding of working within a prison or secure environment is essential.

About You

You are a compassionate, resilient, and professional individual with a strong commitment to supporting people in recovery. You have experience, or a strong interest, in working within substance misuse services or clinical environments, and you understand the complex challenges individuals face during recovery.

You work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and are confident in building positive, respectful, and trusting relationships with clients. You are able to support individuals with diverse and complex needs, including those undergoing medical detox, while maintaining clear professional boundaries.

You have strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage your time effectively, prioritise tasks, and maintain accurate and detailed records using electronic systems. You are confident using IT systems and understand the importance of data accuracy in a clinical setting.

Ideally, you have knowledge of the recovery model and an understanding of the wider impact of substance misuse clinically, psychologically, and socially. Experience in residential or prison settings, as well as familiarity with the 12-step recovery process, would be advantageous.

You are proactive in promoting health, safety, and wellbeing, including adherence to infection control practices such as those relating to blood-borne viruses and COVID-19. Above all, you are motivated to make a meaningful difference and support individuals to achieve lasting recovery and positive life change.

About Us

We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community.

We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits -

• Flexible working
• Training and development opportunities
• Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional)
• Season Ticket Loan Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Crisis Loan Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme
• 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees)
• Access to Blue Light Card
• 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
• Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter
• Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary)
• Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria)

Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

COMHAD Specialist Worker Mental Health & Substance Misuse

Location: Kingston upon Thames, South West London

Salary: £18,360 per annum

Contract: Permanent, Part-Time

Hours: 3 days per week 9:00am 5:00pm

Working Arrangement: On-site, with no home working available

Closing Date: 15th November 2026

Interview Date: 26th November 2026

About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of an established organisation providing specialist mental health and supported accommodation services for adults with complex needs.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced COMHAD Specialist Worker to join a dedicated team supporting individuals experiencing co-occurring mental health and substance misuse difficulties.

This position would particularly suit someone currently working within substance misuse, mental health or dual diagnosis services who is looking to develop their career within a specialist recovery-focused environment.

The successful candidate will play an important role in helping individuals achieve their personal recovery goals, develop independence, improve their wellbeing and reduce their reliance on clinical interventions and hospital admissions.

Working within a person-centred, strengths-based approach, you will provide practical, emotional and structured support to individuals with complex needs, encouraging positive change and sustainable recovery.

Key Responsibilities

You will manage a varied caseload of individuals experiencing mental health difficulties alongside alcohol or substance misuse, providing tailored support based on individual needs and recovery goals.

The role involves completing holistic assessments, developing personalised support and risk management plans, monitoring progress and identifying appropriate interventions to support recovery and independence.

You will deliver structured individual and group-based interventions, including substance misuse awareness, relapse prevention and recovery-focused activities.

Working collaboratively with mental health professionals, drug and alcohol services, supported accommodation providers and other external agencies, you will help ensure individuals receive coordinated and effective support.

You will also be responsible for recognising changes in mental health presentation, responding appropriately to emerging risks and supporting individuals to access additional services when required.

An important part of the role involves promoting community engagement, independent living skills, positive relationships and opportunities for education, training and employment.

You will maintain accurate case records, contribute to multidisciplinary meetings and participate in regular supervision, training and ongoing service development.

About You

We are looking for a compassionate, motivated and experienced professional with a strong understanding of mental health, substance misuse and the challenges associated with dual diagnosis.

You must have previous experience supporting adults with enduring mental health needs, substance misuse difficulties or other complex support requirements.

Experience of managing a caseload, completing assessments, developing support plans and delivering recovery-focused interventions is essential.

You will need a minimum Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care or an equivalent qualification, alongside a good understanding of the Mental Health Act, Care Act and relevant safeguarding practices.

Excellent communication, organisation and relationship-building skills are essential, together with the ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary professionals.

You should be confident in recognising signs of deteriorating mental health, maintaining professional boundaries and responding appropriately to challenging situations.

A full UK driving licence would be advantageous but is not essential.

What We Offer

This is an opportunity to join a supportive organisation committed to improving outcomes for individuals experiencing mental health and substance misuse challenges.

The benefits package includes access to employee wellbeing support, discounts, online GP services and gym savings.

Employees also benefit from a workplace pension scheme, death-in-service cover equivalent to twice their annual salary and company sick pay following 12 months of continuous service.

Annual leave entitlement is equivalent to 22 days plus statutory bank holidays, increasing to 25 days after three years of continuous service, with entitlement calculated pro rata for part-time employees.

Relevant training, regular supervision and opportunities for continued professional development are also provided.

Additional Information

This position is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including Right to Work verification, employment history checks and an Enhanced DBS check.

Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments can be accommodated throughout the recruitment process.

How to Apply

If you have experience supporting individuals with mental health and substance misuse difficulties and are passionate about making a meaningful difference, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your application through CV Library. A member of the P&S recruitment team will review your application and contact you regarding the next steps if your experience and qualifications match the requirements of the role.

Applications close on 15th November 2026.

Registered Nurse - RGN / RMN / RNLD

Holt, Norfolk

24.50 per hour Mixed Days & Nights Great Staff Benefits

An exciting opportunity to join a flagship, luxurious and elegant Nursing Home in Holt, Norfolk, part of a prestigious Care Home Provider. Our client is recruiting for Staff Nurses / Registered Nurses / RGN / RMN / RNLD to work a combination of mixed shifts, days & nights

As Registered Nurse you play a key role in managing and delivering person centred care and administering drugs and medications. You will undertake all aspects of care planning and delivery.

Experience:

• NMC registered Adult General Nurse / RGN or Mental Health Nurse / RMN or Learning Disabilities / RNLD
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Kind, caring and compassionate nature with a passion for providing high quality care

Benefits:

• A permanent contract working nights
• A fantastic hourly rate from 20 plus Paid Breaks
• NMC Pin and full DBS disclosure paid for, and uniform provided

• Comprehensive training programme & career development opportunities

• Employee Assistance & Blue Light Card Scheme
• A supportive team and work environment

We welcome applications from nurses of all backgrounds who are looking to build a diverse and rewarding career within a nursing home environment

Our client isn't offering sponsorship at this time

Apply now or contact Solutions for further information

(phone number removed)

Job Description:

Working with Careat as a General RGN/RMN Nurse you will be providing care to patients in nursing homes. You will be expected to professionally assess patients, provide specialist advice and maintain care records.

You will be able to manage your own shift patterns and hours, with plenty of work ad-hoc and contracts to choose from.

Depending on your desired setting you may be available for work outside of IR35.

Job Requirements:

• Be NMC registered. Your NMC pin should not have any restrictions or conditions.
• Have a minimum of 6 months, post graduation, UK nursing experience.
• Have been employed as a Nurse in an acute setting within the past 12 months.

Benefits:

• 200 Referral Bonus and Competitive Rates of Pay
• Dedicated Specialist Recruitment Consultant
• On call team available 24 hours a day!
• Weekly Pay
• Quick and easy registration scheme
• Free Training

How to Apply:

If you meet the above criteria and are interested in this position then please do apply online with a copy of your most recent CV.

Please feel free to contact a team member

If you're a nurse who's looking for something more: more time, more opportunities and more reward, choose a career with Hamberley Care Homes.

Being a Registered Nurse at Hamberley is different. Our nurses have the time to spend quality time with residents and their families. They develop close relationships, really understanding the needs of the people they care for, and have time to provide holistic care.

Our innovative, award-winning model of care includes a multi-disciplinary team, dedicated to caring for each and every individual in the way that they like. As a nurse at Hamberley, you'll have a unique opportunity to be part of this team of dedicated professionals, as well as working in a well-appointed, high quality environment.

At Hamberley we believe our residents deserve something 'Extra Special, Every Day', and we focus on the tiny details that make our homes for older people a luxurious and comfortable, home-like environment.

We offer our colleagues

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• 28 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Quality-linked bonus scheme - A performance bonus tied to our CQC/CI quality rating, rewarding you for helping us deliver outstanding care.
• Workplace pension for your future security
• A true team culture - A collaborative, encouraging working environment where kindness, respect, and professional pride are at the heart of everything we do
• Excellent training and career development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health and wellbeing support services
• Everyday saving perks - Access to a wide range of retail discounts and savings
• Free on-site parking
• Rewarding connections - Refer a Friend bonus - earn up to £750 per successful referral because great people know great people.
• Support and reimbursement of your revalidation costs and NMC annual fees.

• Generous, above NHS-equivalent rates of pay.
• A unique opportunity to lead. You will play a pivotal role in coordinating the care of our residents, including liaising directly with GPs and other providers.
• Supportive team environment. Our close-knit, multi-disciplinary team relies on each other's expertise to ensure the best, safest, decisions are made. And our management team actively foster an environment where all members of the team are listened to and supported.
• A chance to make a bigger difference to people. Our high staff-to-resident ratio and the long-term nature of the care, means you'll get to spend time building a relationship with the people you care for. You'll have the opportunity to take a more holistic approach to their physical and mental health, ensuring better care and more satisfying, fulfilling work.
• A chance to make a bigger difference to care. Our generous resources and culture of listening, mean that if you see a way to make care better, we can make it happen.
• Maintain and enhance your clinical skills. Our residents have highly varied needs, so we offer extensive training and learning opportunities for you to develop your clinical skills. From dementia care to medical emergencies, wound care, diabetes management, and stroke care, the work is always different, interesting and rewarding.

• NMC registration - Either RGN or RMN
• Demonstrable experience post registration working in a similar setting.
• Preferably would have worked within a care home or elderly setting
• A commitment to delivering high quality care
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Passion & empathy with a desire to making a difference to the lives of our residents

Registered Nurse Staff Nurse Nurse Adult RGN RMN

Nursing Nursing Home Elderly Care Dementia Care

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Our client, a reputable nursing home in Olney is currently looking to recruit a permanent Staff Nurse to help provide the highest levels of nursing care to their elderly residents.

• Registered Adult Nurse RGN or Mental Health Nurse RMN
• £22 50 per hour + paid breaks
• Fulltime hours
• Day shifts only
• Luxury nursing home offering nursing and dementia care to the elderly
• Job reference JO19579

SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• You must be a qualified nurse RGN or RMN - and have a valid NMC PIN
• Excellent communication skills
• Passion for elderly and dementia care
• Dedication to providing the highest levels of care
• Previous experience within a similar setting
• Minimum 2 years nursing experience

JOB REQUIREMENTS OF THE REGISTERED NURSE / RN / STAFF NURSE:

• Planning, assessing, delivering and evaluating individual care
• Organising and motivating the carers to ensure good standards of care are delivered
• May assist in inductions and orientations of new care staff
• Liaising with other healthcare professionals
• Maintaining accurate drug records (storage, maintenance and use)
• Providing the highest standards of medical or palliative care at all times

Staff Nurse / RNA / RN1 / Registered Nurse / RGN / Nursing Home / Nurse Adult / Day Nurse / RMN / RNMH

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Registered Nurse Care Home

• Location: Dagenham, East London
• Pay Rate: £23.00 £25.00 per hour
• Hours: Full-Time, Flexibity is needed
• Contract Type: Ongoing / Long-Term

Nocturnal Recruitment Solutions are recruiting experienced Registered Nurses for care home opportunities across Dagenham and the surrounding East London areas. We are looking for compassionate, reliable and experienced Registered Nurses who have previous hands-on experience working as a Nurse within a care home or nursing home environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a Registered Nurse looking for full-time, ongoing work, with regular shift opportunities available. The successful candidate must have genuine experience working as a Registered Nurse within a care home or nursing home setting. Candidates with hospital-only nursing experience will not be suitable for this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide high-quality nursing care to residents within a care home environment.
• Assess, monitor and review residents' health and wellbeing.
• Administer medication safely and maintain accurate medication records. Identify changes in residents' health and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Develop, implement and review person-centred care plans. Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records and documentation.
• Work closely with care staff, GPs, families and other healthcare professionals. Support residents with long-term conditions, dementia, complex care needs and age-related health conditions.
• Ensure safeguarding, infection prevention and control and health and safety procedures are followed.
• Promote dignity, independence, choice and person-centred care at all times.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Current NMC registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Previous experience working as a Registered Nurse within a care home or nursing home is essential.
• Strong clinical assessment and nursing skills.
• Experience administering medication within a care setting.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and person-centred care. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable, professional and compassionate approach.
• Ability to work full-time hours.
• Right to work in the UK.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are a Registered Nurse with previous experience working in a care home or nursing home and are looking for full-time, ongoing work in Dagenham or the surrounding areas, please submit your CV today.

Please ensure your CV clearly demonstrates your previous care home nursing experience and current NMC registration.

ABOUT NOCTURNAL RECRUITMENT SOLUTIONS

Nocturnal Recruitment Solutions specialise in supplying experienced healthcare and social care professionals, including Registered Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, Support Workers, Care Assistants and other qualified healthcare professionals. We work with care homes, nursing homes, residential services, supported living services, hospitals and other healthcare organisations across London.