Overview
We are seeking an experienced Independent Prescriber with a background in the substance misuse field to join our team at Shrublands House.
In this role, you will independently prescribe medication, including controlled drugs, for service users in accordance with organisational policies, best practice guidelines, the latest evidence base, and within your scope of practice.
You will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and providing ongoing management and evaluation of treatment interventions for individuals with alcohol and drug dependency issues. The role includes regular duty prescribing cover and providing support in prescribing and reviewing community alcohol detoxification programmes.
If you are passionate about making a difference in substance misuse care and have the expertise to work autonomously, we would love to hear from you.
“Wherever you are on your journey, Growth in Action aims to offer hope & choice & connect you to the right person, in the right place, when the time is right for you.”
Responsibilities
* Specialist prescribing of controlled drugs to a high risk cohort of individuals who may be using illicit drugs and medications on a daily basis
* Provide assessment, diagnosis and ongoing management and evaluation of treatment interventions for service users with alcohol and drug dependency issues
* Independently prescribe medication, including controlled drugs, for service users in line with policy, best practice, the evidence base and within scope of practice, ensuring cost effectiveness
About us
An exciting opportunity to work within Torbay Recovery Initiatives who are part of the wider Multi Complex Needs Alliance called Growth In Action. Growth In Action is made up of Torbay Domestic Abuse Service, Leonard Stocks Hostel and Torbay Recovery Initiatives. Learn more about our organisation benefits by browsing our interactive booklet.
Details
* Date posted: 01 September 2025
* Pay scheme: Agenda for change
* Band: Band 7
* Salary: £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum
* Contract: Fixed term
* Duration: 7 months
* Working pattern: Part-time
* Reference number: 388-7379790-FC&I
* Job locations: Shrublands House, 8 Morgan Avenue, Torquay, TQ2 5RS
Job responsibilities
* Specialist prescribing of controlled drugs to a high risk cohort of individuals who may be using illicit drugs and medications on a daily basis
* Provide assessment, diagnosis and ongoing management and evaluation of treatment interventions for service users with alcohol and drug dependency issues
* Independently prescribe medication, including controlled drugs, for service users in line with policy, best practice, the evidence base and within scope of practice, ensuring cost effectiveness
Qualifications and training
* Essential: NMC registered
* Essential: Masters (Level 7 or equivalent Independent/Supplementary Prescriber)
* Desirable: Experience in drugs and alcohol substance misuse
Knowledge and experience
* Significant and demonstrable experience of working within a Substance Misuse Service
* Motivational Interviewing - MI training
* Fully conversant with the recovery agenda and associated interventions utilised in the substance misuse field
* Proven experience of working in partnership with professionals from several agencies
* Fully conversant with NICE and DoH guidelines in relation to drug and alcohol interventions/treatment
* Full understanding and working knowledge of children’s and adult's safeguarding procedures
* Proven knowledge of the theory and practice of interventions to support problematic alcohol and drug users
* Proven competence in planning and delivering interventions for problematic drug and alcohol users
* Development and input into developing policy in relation to specialist prescribing of controlled drugs
Desirable
* Trauma Informed Approach Training
Specific skills
* Essential: Prescribing Controlled Drugs to a potentially high risk cohort of Intravenous Drug Users
* Essential: Excellent communication skills
* Essential: Administrations skills including IT and standard desktop applications and packages
Desirable
* Skilled in working with a highly complex client group exhibiting challenging behaviour
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name: Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Shrublands House, 8 Morgan Avenue, Torquay, TQ2 5RS
Employer's website: https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk
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