Substance Misuse Nurse

Substance Misuse Nurse

Closing date: 04 February 2026

An exciting opportunity to work at HMP Peterborough as part of the Integrated Substance Misuse Team. HMP Peterborough is a Category B prison in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire with 868 male and 360 female prisoners.

The role requires a caring, positive attitude, good communication and organisational skills. A strong interest in working with prisoners is essential.

• Lead by example and work well in a team
• Specialist interest in substance misuse – complete clinical observations and assessments on substance misuse patients
• Provide research‑based high‑quality care in accordance with local and national policies
• Act as responder to emergencies, screen patients in reception and on the wings, triage patients and hold nurse‑led clinics
• Demonstrate leadership qualities and set an example to junior staff
• Participate in audits, research and project work as requested
• Supervise and support junior staff/students and support their development and education
• Develop and support the concept of change, contributing ideas whilst demonstrating an awareness of prison issues

In addition to NHS terms and conditions, this post attracts a recruitment and retention incentive of £5,000 paid over the first 18 months of employment (subject to probation/supervision standards). Terms and conditions apply.

• RCGP 1 in substance misuse
• Substance misuse prescribing experience
• Prison/secured services setting experience
• RCGP 2
• Substance misuse level 3 qualifications or equivalent
• One year hospital experience

• One year hospital experience
• Substance misuse knowledge/experience
• RCGP 1 in substance misuse
• Substance misuse prescribing experience
• Prison/secured services setting experience
• RCGP 2
• Substance misuse level 3 qualifications or equivalent

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires Disclosure and Barring Service checks.

We promote a culture of learning to improve the care and safety of our patients and staff. We deliver safe, quality care to the people of Northamptonshire and surrounding areas.