Job details
- Job reference: 259612
- Salary: Band 6 (£43,231 - £52,679)
- Job closing date: 02/11/2026
- Job Type: Nursing and Midwifery
- Location: Seafield House
- Employment type: Fixed-term
- Hours Per Week: 36
- Job posted date: 20/10/2026
- Employer (NHS Board): NHS Grampian
- Department: Aberdeenshire Drug & Alcohol Services
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic nurse to join the Aberdeenshire Integrated Drug & Alcohol Service on a fixed‑term basis.
You will work within a community setting, delivering high‑quality, evidence‑based, recovery‑focused interventions to individuals experiencing alcohol and/or drug related harm. The role involves providing both pharmacological and psychosocial interventions, supporting individuals throughout their recovery journey.
The post holder will work in close partnership with colleagues across health, social care, and third‑sector services to deliver Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Standards and recovery‑orientated care in line with national and local priorities.
You will:
- Provide safe, effective, person‑centred care to individuals with substance misuse issues
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and wider partnership network
- Demonstrate excellent communication, assessment, and care‑planning skills
- Contribute to promoting recovery, harm reduction, and improved health outcomes
You should:
- Be a registered RMN or RGN with relevant post‑registration experience
- Have strong organisational, communication, and team‑working skills
- Be able to work autonomously while contributing effectively to team goals
- Have an understanding of recovery‑focused practice within substance use services
Base: Seafield House, BanffTravel: Regular travel throughout North Aberdeenshire is required, but may have to travel to other parts of AberdeenshireEssential: Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
This post offers an excellent opportunity to further develop specialist skills in community drug and alcohol nursing within a supportive and experienced service.
Informal enquiries to Tia Chidothe 07483368558 or Dave Taylor 07831616542
Interviews will likely take place week commencing 16th Nov.
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This advert is for Community Mental Health Nurse (CMHN)/Community Registered General Nurse (RGN) with NHS Grampian in Aberdeen, Scotland. It is listed as a Band 6 Nurse (community and district) role. The advertised salary is £43,231 - £52,679. The contract type is Fixed-term. The application deadline is 02 Nov 2026.
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