Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within Solihull Integrated Addiction Service (SIAS) to recruit a Non-Medical Prescriber (NMP). SIAS is an NHS-led partnership of 3 agencies (BSMHFT, Aquarius and Welcome) that provides care for both young people and adults who are experiencing problems with drugs, alcohol or gambling in the Solihull area. In conjunction with the Consultant Psychiatrist (Dr Ed Day), junior doctors, and the existing NMP, the appointee will be expected to deliver a high-quality evidence-based service that both reduces harm and promotes and facilitates recovery. The NMP will manage a caseload of patients receiving opioid agonist treatment, ensure prescribing capacity for the drug and alcohol detoxification service, and relevant prescribing input to the physical health service. The job will provide plenty of variety, an opportunity to use high level clinical and leadership skills, and opportunities for continuing professional development, including involvement in local and national research projects.
Experience of prescribing within addiction services would be an advantage, but training and support will be available to support anyone new to this area of practice.
Main duties of the job
- Conduct comprehensive assessments and reviews of service users with substance misuse disorders.
- Initiate, continue, and monitor prescribing of appropriate medications such as opioid substitution therapy (OST), relapse prevention medications, and symptomatic treatments.
- Ensure prescribing is evidence-based, aligned with national guidelines (NICE, Orange Book), and reflects individual care plans.
- Work closely with consultants, nurses, psychologists, recovery workers, pharmacists, and social care partners.
- Monitor physical health and ensure access to wider healthcare pathways (e.g., blood-borne virus testing, liver health, primary care liaison).
- Contribute to and attend multi-disciplinary team (MDT) meetings, providing specialist pharmacological input.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical records using Trust-approved systems.
- Participate in audits, supervision, and continuous professional development in line with Trust standards.
- Uphold safeguarding responsibilities and respond to risk in a timely and responsible manner.
About us
Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.
Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oRegistered Nurse, Pharmacist, or Allied Health Professional (e.g. Paramedic) with current NMC / GPhC / HCPC registration.
- Post graduate qualification at first level degree in non medical prescribing / V300 Independent Prescribing qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience working with individuals affected by substance use and/or mental health conditions.
- Experience in autonomous clinical decision-making and managing complex risk.
- Experience of collaborative working within multidisciplinary teams
Desirable
- Experience working in community-based addiction or mental health services
Skills
Essential
- Ability to assess, prescribe, and review treatment in line with clinical guidance
- In-depth knowledge of medications used in addiction medicine
Desirable
- Knowledge of local pathways across Birmingham and Solihull
- Additional training in substance use, motivational interviewing, or trauma-informed care
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of protocols and procedures in relation to community based detoxification
- Understanding of the importance of involvement of service users and carers in recovery planning and monitoring
- Understanding of infection control and safeguarding agendas
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oRegistered Nurse, Pharmacist, or Allied Health Professional (e.g. Paramedic) with current NMC / GPhC / HCPC registration.
- Post graduate qualification at first level degree in non medical prescribing / V300 Independent Prescribing qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience working with individuals affected by substance use and/or mental health conditions.
- Experience in autonomous clinical decision-making and managing complex risk.
- Experience of collaborative working within multidisciplinary teams
Desirable
- Experience working in community-based addiction or mental health services
Skills
Essential
- Ability to assess, prescribe, and review treatment in line with clinical guidance
- In-depth knowledge of medications used in addiction medicine
Desirable
- Knowledge of local pathways across Birmingham and Solihull
- Additional training in substance use, motivational interviewing, or trauma-informed care
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of protocols and procedures in relation to community based detoxification
- Understanding of the importance of involvement of service users and carers in recovery planning and monitoring
- Understanding of infection control and safeguarding agendas
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Solihull Integrated Addictions Service
Newington Road
Marston Green
B37 7RW
Employer's website
https://www.bsmhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
