Job summary
We are looking for an Advanced Practitioner to join WithYou in Kent.
WithYou in Kent for Young People is the commissioned provider of substance use support for young people aged between 10-25 years old. We offer a range of free and confidential services to young people, professionals and their families. As a service we offer both short term and long term one to one work with young people and a range of group work options.
This Advanced Practitioner role is specifically designed for those with advanced substance misuse knowledge and/ or experience of working with over 18s in a relevant field. Each worker has a designated area of work within Kent, (this role is to cover North/ West Kent). You will be paid mileage at a rate of 45p per mile.
A full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes is essential.
Please refer to the linked job description to support your application.
As an Advanced Practitioner we offer a starting salary of £27,500, rising each year in line with our pay progression salary bands, rising to £32,000 per year.
The closing date for this position is 8th February 2026; however please note that this role may close early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised. All applicants need to submit a CV and a covering letter on why you should be considered for this role. Applications will not be accepted if no covering letter is included.
Main duties of the job
You will manage a caseload of young adults, engaging them in sessions in the community such as at school, their home or in community buildings. All interventions stem from the service's ethos of providing accurate, individualised and non-judgemental support and guidance around drugs and alcohol. This role involves working one to one with young adults aged 18-25 delivering a range of harm reduction interventions in relation to drugs and alcohol including ketamine, cannabis, alcohol, cocaine and benzodiazepines. You will be expected to show initiative, forward thinking and independence in how you work and show exemplary recording in line with processes and policies.
Our young adults require a holistic approach and may be experiencing difficulties around mental health, homelessness, offending and familial breakdown. As such, you will work closely with external agencies and families to help our young adults achieve the best outcomes. You will be supported with case management through line management and group reflective practice sessions in addition to team meetings and practice development days. We offer training to new staff and ongoing opportunities for learning and development, so if you love working with young adults and are keen to become experienced and knowledgeable in the field of drug and alcohol harm reduction, this could be the role for you.
About us
WithYou provides free and confidential support, without judgement, to more than 100,000 people every year experiencing challenges with drugs, alcohol and mental health across England and Scotland.
Our name reflects who we are a positive place where people can progress, connect with others and get friendly, expert help in a way thats right for them.
Our staff team changes lives. If youre passionate about helping people get the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol and mental health, wed love to hear from you.
Details
Date posted
30 January 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£27,500 to £27,500 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
oc-1769092131-BQIKE
Job locations
faversham
Faversham
ME13 8GD
Employer details
Employer name
We Are With You
Address
faversham
Faversham
ME13 8GD
Employer's website
https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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