Position
Qualified Non-Medical Prescriber
Where
Newham
Hours
30 per week
Contract
Fixed term until 24th September 2027
Full-time hours
Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours.
Responsibilities
Under the guidance of the Assistant Medical Director, and the Service's Medical Lead, you'll play a pivotal role as part of a diverse team delivering clinical recovery-oriented alcohol and drug intervention services.
- Assess, diagnose, plan; implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for those accessing clinical treatment.
- Clinically assess service user needs and plan clinical care accordingly.
- Identify and assess suitability of service users for in-patient alcohol and opioid detoxification as appropriate.
- Pro-actively review and manage clinical treatment plans of the service user
- Initiating and adjusting prescriptions for opiate and/or alcohol substitute treatments and other related medications.
- Taking the lead in developing the prescribing clinic, serving as a point of contact for colleagues and partner agencies on prescribing matters.
About You
A Qualified Pharmacist with current GPhC registration and two years' post-qualification experience OR a first-level registered nurse with a current PIN AND three years post-qualification experience.
A qualified Non-Medical Prescriber.
Someone with at least one year's relevant and recent experience in substance misuse treatment.
Sound and demonstrable knowledge of clinical prescribing issues.
What We Offer
- Enjoy 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays), with annual increases for the first 5 years.
- Embrace a paid 'Wellness' hour every week to nurture your own well-being.
- Access our 'Wellness' hub and Employee Assistance Programme for additional support.
- Contribute to a contributory pension scheme that invests in your future.
- Thrive in a supportive team environment with ample training and career progression opportunities.
- Receive competitive rates of pay, along with free eye tests and product discounts.
- Participate in our refer-a-friend voucher scheme.
- Benefit from protected CPD time to invest in your professional growth.
Salary
Salary Range (pro rata if part time): CGL points 43 to 48 (£48,987.04 - £54,663.24) ILW / OLW /Fringe: Inner London Weighting (£4,236.47)
Closing Date: 1/12/2026
Requirements
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.
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Non Medical Prescriber at CGL (Change, Grow, Live) employer: CGL (Change, Grow, Live)
CGL is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional development of its staff in Sunderland. With a strong focus on community health partnerships, employees benefit from a collaborative work culture, opportunities for continuous learning, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on local health outcomes. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values innovation and excellence in pharmacy services.
