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Job requirements
Essential
13 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Qualifications
First level registered nurse or registered pharmacist
- Qualifications
Independent Prescriber qualified.
- Qualifications
RCGP Qualifications Level 1 (and 2 or willingness to work towards)
- Knowledge/Previous Experience
Proficient in Microsoft Outlook Office programmes
- Knowledge/Previous Experience
Experience of entering complex information onto an electronic / clinical data base.
- Knowledge/Previous Experience
Experience in delivering evidence based treatments in Substance Misuse.
- Knowledge/Previous Experience
Previous experience of carrying out general health care assessment including BBV, and delivering health promotion/ harm reduction interventions, advice and information.
- Knowledge/Previous Experience
Awareness of social context of drug misuse and the wider implications of the behaviour.
- Knowledge/Previous Experience
Understanding of complexities of primary health care and the constrictions and opportunities inherent in the primary care sector.
- Knowledge/Previous Experience
Awareness and experience of the principles of Audit.
- Knowledge/Previous Experience
Understanding of drug misuse services available in the public and voluntary services.
- Knowledge/Previous Experience
Awareness of national strategies impacting on drug and alcohol services and role of Independent Prescriber.
- Knowledge/Previous Experience
Understanding of the differences between the private and the public sector roles and responsibilities.
Desirable
Not listed in the available specification.
Job summary
We are seeking a qualified Independent Prescriber to deliver clinical and prescribing services within our Criminal Justice drug and alcohol service at Forward Leeds - Armley Court.
You will provide evidence-based treatment, including prescribing (including controlled drugs), clinical assessments, and recovery-focused care across hub and outreach settings. Working within a multi-disciplinary team, youll support individuals with complex needs, ensuring safe, effective and person-centred interventions in line with national guidance and clinical governance standards.
Main duties of the job
Key Requirements:
- Independent Prescriber qualification
- RCGP Qualifications Level 1 (and 2 or willingness to work towards)
- Experience of working within substance misuse (desirable)
About us
We are one of the largest complex integrated treatment services in England. We operate an MDT model and there is real opportunity to work within a fantastic supportive team, including a mental health nurse offering specific interventions to support people, making a real difference to the lives of those in our community.
We have a strong ethos around staff development, with protected CPD time being offered, as well as individual and group supervision. All clinical services are supported by an experienced and dynamic multidisciplinary central clinical department.
Details
- Date posted: 12 October 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £44,789 to £53,000 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: B0061-26-0058
- Job locations: Forward Leeds, 3 Armley Court Armley Rd, Leeds LS12 2LB, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS12 2LB, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
- Undertake clinical assessments and prescribe in line with best practice.
- Develop and review person-centred care plans.
- Deliver BBV testing, immunisation (including Hep B) and harm reduction interventions.
- Liaise with pharmacists and GPs to support shared care arrangements.
- Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to audit and governance processes.
- Participate in CPD, supervision and service improvement activities.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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This advert is for Independent Prescriber - Forward Leeds, Armley with Waythrough in Leeds, England. It is listed as a Prescriber role. The advertised salary is £44789.00 to £53000.00. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 01 Nov 2026.
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