Substance Misuse Clinical Lead Non-Medical Prescriber

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice Substance Misuse Clinical Lead Non-Medical Prescriber The closing date is 13 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE We have an exciting opportunity for a Substance Misuse Clinical Lead - Non Medical Prescriber to join our Primary Care team at HMP Brixton, Lambeth, in inner-South London. HMP Brixton is now a Category B male prison since April 2025 housing men on remand. Our patients needs will vary greatly but there will be a focus on mental health, substance misuse and early days in custody. In this role you will have the opportunity to provide the highest standards of healthcare to our patients, without having to compromise on efficiency and quality. Hours 37.5 hrs per week Monday to Friday - 08:00 - 16:00 or 09:00 - 17:00 Salary This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £63,119 per annum. 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. Main duties of the job As a Substance Misuse Clinical Lead, your responsibilities will vary. You will Provide clinical leadership and management to the registered nurses and  care teams. Work closely with partners to maintain a robust, high quality clinical service for patients. Ensure that own clinical practice is consistent with autonomous practice within the role. Deliver a range of treatment options including clinical and psychosocial interventions. Monitor therapeutic responses to medication and potential side effects. Support in group work delivery of clinical interventions. Provide treatment as required, including prescribing medication, within their sphere of competence. If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning. It doesnt stop there we also offer: Discounts on shopping and leisure activities Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it About us The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background. Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values: we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated we act with integrity we embrace diversity we strive to do things better together We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all. Requirements Registered professional with current active registration (NMC, GPHC, HCPC) BSc or equivalent qualification Non-medical prescribing qualificati