Band 7 Non‑Medical Prescriber (NMP)

Specialism / Department: Substance Misuse Services – HEAL Team
Location: Wandsworth, London, UK
Salary / Pay Rate: £31 per hour
Contract Type: Locum / Ongoing
Working Pattern: Part‑Time / Full‑Time (Up to 37.5 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 09:00–17:00 – flexible start & finish times)

Role Overview

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Band 7 Non‑Medical Prescriber (NMP) to join the HEAL team in Wandsworth. This ongoing locum role offers a competitive hourly rate of £31 and flexibility for both part‑time and full‑time working, making it ideal for professionals seeking balance alongside leadership responsibility.

In this senior role, you will provide clinical leadership within substance misuse services, managing prescribing practices, supporting multidisciplinary teams, and delivering nurse‑led clinics. You will also hold a complex caseload and play a key role in ensuring high‑quality, compliant, and recovery‑focused care for clients with drug and alcohol needs.

Perks and Benefits

• Flexible Working Options: Choose part‑time or full‑time hours to suit your lifestyle.
• Competitive Hourly Pay: £31 per hour recognising senior clinical expertise.
• Professional Development: Access extensive training, education, and leadership development opportunities.
• Work–Life Balance: Manageable caseloads and a supportive team environment.
• Engaging Workplace: Work within a progressive service that values innovation, creativity, and clinical excellence.

Key Responsibilities / What You Will Do

• Provide clinical leadership and operational management within RWCDAS, addressing daily prescribing and service delivery needs.
• Deliver high‑quality client care through regular supervision, appraisals, teaching, and staff development.
• Manage a caseload of clients with complex needs, delivering nurse‑led clinics and specialist interventions.
• Prescribe independently for alcohol and drug service users in line with non‑medical prescribing standards.
• Model best practice, supporting and motivating staff through mentorship and leadership.
• Ensure accurate data collection, reporting, and submission to meet Trust, commissioning, and national requirements.
• Conduct audits to maintain compliance with CAG, Trust, CQC, NICE, and PHE standards.

Requirements / Candidate Criteria

Essential

• Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration.
• Qualified Non‑Medical Prescriber (NMP).
• Significant experience in substance misuse services.
• Strong leadership, supervision, and case‑management skills.
• In‑depth knowledge of clinical governance, prescribing standards, and audit processes.

Desirable

• Experience working within NHS or community drug and alcohol services.
• Previous senior or lead nurse experience within substance misuse settings.
• Familiarity with commissioning and national reporting frameworks.

Why Wandsworth

Wandsworth offers an exceptional working environment, combining leafy green parks, vibrant communities, and excellent transport links across London. With its strong healthcare presence, riverside locations, cultural diversity, and thriving local amenities, Wandsworth provides an ideal balance between career development and quality of life. It is a borough that supports innovation, wellbeing, and professional growth.

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