Band 6 Substance Misuse Nurse - HMP Highdown

Looking for a role where your clinical skills genuinely change lives?

As a Full Time (35 Hours) Band 6 Substance Misuse Nurse at HMP Highdown, you’ll play a vital part in delivering high-quality clinical assessment and treatment to individuals with substance dependency, supporting recovery in a challenging yet highly rewarding environment.

You’ll work in close partnership with HM Prison Service and a wide range of stakeholders, ensuring safe, effective, and compassionate care that meets the highest professional standards.

What you’ll be doing:

• Delivering high-quality clinical assessments and tailored treatment plans for drug and alcohol users
• Managing your own caseload with autonomy, accountability, and professionalism
• Providing safe and effective medication management, including risk-based decision making
• Leading on risk assessments across high-risk areas, including safeguarding and illicit drug use
• Promoting health and wellbeing, supporting complex physical and psychological needs
• Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care

 What you’ll bring:

• Registered Nurse with a strong understanding of the NMC Code of Conduct
• Experience or strong interest in substance misuse services
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a wider team
• Confidence managing sensitive information with empathy and professionalism
• A proactive approach to risk management and patient safety

This is more than a clinical role. You’ll take on leadership responsibilities, supporting junior staff, contributing to service development, and deputising for the Lead Nurse when required.

Be part of a dedicated team committed to high standards, meaningful rehabilitation, and safer communities. Every day offers the chance to make a real difference.

Ready to take the next step in your nursing career? Apply now and be part of something that truly matters.

Please see attached Job Description for full details