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Alcohol Substance Misuse Nurse Cornwall (Ref:0055ZB)

The closing date is 05 October 2025

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Job summary

We are part of a large integrated drug and alcohol service working with some of Cornwall's most excluded and disadvantaged people. Successful candidates will work as part of the clinical team, alongside in-house services which include outreach, hospital, adult community team, criminal justice and a residential rehabilitation facility.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidates will deliver high-quality, community-based support to individuals affected by alcohol dependency. The role will involve leading healthcare clinics and educational groups and assessing clients, particularly those who use alcohol. You will coordinate community detoxification programmes and be able to educate clients and their families about relapse prevention medication used in alcohol dependence. This is a dynamic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment. Please note that this position requires you to be a registered nurse with valid NMC registration.

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 that's right for them. Our staff team changes lives. If you're passionate about helping people get the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol and mental health, we'd love to hear from you.

Details

Date posted

19 September 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£27,283 to £36,225 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

oc-1757685547-BRMOR

Job locations

Truro

Truro

TR1 2EJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

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. The closing date for this role is 5th October 2025, however, please note that this role may close early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised.

About the Role

WithYou is all about working with our clients to find the right path for them to get back to where they want to be, and you will be joining an amazing team of people who go the extra mile to make that happen. We are looking for two Alcohol Substance Misuse Nurses to provide a range of harm reduction interventions to clients. You can be based at any of our main offices (Truro, Liskeard or Penzance).

Benefits

  • 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
  • An extra day off for your birthday or a special occasion of your choice
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
  • 2 days paid volunteer leave per year
  • Auto-enrollment into We Are With You's pension scheme
  • Access to a Blue Light Card - giving you great savings on big high-street and online brands
  • Flexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeing
  • We have an excellent Refer a Friend scheme which offers you a £500 bonus for any recommendations, any role! Our scheme allows you to recommend your friends and family to work with us and earn a £500 bonus payment for every successful referral you make. Please note, the Refer a Friend scheme is only applicable if your recommended friend completes their 6 months probation period

    • As an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff. We know that representing the communities we serve is key to us meeting our goals of radically improving people's lives. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team, including people with lived experience, people with disabilities, people from racialised communities, LGBTQ+ people, people of all ages and armed forces veterans. As part of our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates that are veterans and meet all the essential criteria for a role. WithYou is also a Disability Confident Employer, and we offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with a disability and meet all the essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    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. The closing date for this role is 5th October 2025, however, please note that this role may close early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised.

    About the Role

    WithYou is all about working with our clients to find the right path for them to get back to where they want to be, and you will be joining an amazing team of people who go the extra mile to make that happen. We are looking for two Alcohol Substance Misuse Nurses to provide a range of harm reduction interventions to clients. You can be based at any of our main offices (Truro, Liskeard or Penzance).

    Benefits

  • 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
  • An extra day off for your birthday or a special occasion of your choice
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
  • 2 days paid volunteer leave per year
  • Auto-enrollment into We Are With You's pension scheme
  • Access to a Blue Light Card - giving you great savings on big high-street and online brands
  • Flexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeing
  • We have an excellent Refer a Friend scheme which offers you a £500 bonus for any recommendations, any role! Our scheme allows you to recommend your friends and family to work with us and earn a £500 bonus payment for every successful referral you make. Please note, the Refer a Friend scheme is only applicable if your recommended friend completes their 6 months probation period

    • As an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff. We know that representing the communities we serve is key to us meeting our goals of radically improving people's lives. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team, including people with lived experience, people with disabilities, people from racialised communities, LGBTQ+ people, people of all ages and armed forces veterans. As part of our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates that are veterans and meet all the essential criteria for a role. WithYou is also a Disability Confident Employer, and we offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with a disability and meet all the essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.

    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • Registered Nurse with valid registration via the NMC
    • A full UK driving licence and access to a car. You will need to ensure business use is added to your insurance policy

    Experience

    Essential

    • Completed pre-registration Registered Nurse training
    • Knowledge and understanding of NMC code of conduct
    • Demonstrable experience of comprehensive assessment of need including knowledge of risk assessments and management, and its implementation
    • Knowledge of safe storage, handling and administration of drugs in particular controlled drugs
    • Understanding of the roles, responsibilities and structures of agencies involved in responding to drug and alcohol issues
    • Demonstrable ability to work constructively with a wide variety of groups and individuals in a range of settings and work roles
    • Ability to assess plans, implement and evaluate client care and act accordingly if untoward changes occurred
    • Ability to plan and prioritise own workload
    • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
    • Ability to positively engage clients
    • Willingness to work flexibly in order to deliver required care in agreement with line manager and other healthcare professionals
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • Registered Nurse with valid registration via the NMC
    • A full UK driving licence and access to a car. You will need to ensure business use is added to your insurance policy

    Experience

    Essential

    • Completed pre-registration Registered Nurse training
    • Knowledge and understanding of NMC code of conduct
    • Demonstrable experience of comprehensive assessment of need including knowledge of risk assessments and management, and its implementation
    • Knowledge of safe storage, handling and administration of drugs in particular controlled drugs
    • Understanding of the roles, responsibilities and structures of agencies involved in responding to drug and alcohol issues
    • Demonstrable ability to work constructively with a wide variety of groups and individuals in a range of settings and work roles
    • Ability to assess plans, implement and evaluate client care and act accordingly if untoward changes occurred
    • Ability to plan and prioritise own workload
    • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
    • Ability to positively engage clients
    • Willingness to work flexibly in order to deliver required care in agreement with line manager and other healthcare professionals

    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.

    Employer details

    Employer name

    We Are With You

    Address

    Truro

    Truro

    TR1 2EJ


    Employer's website

    https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer details

    Employer name

    We Are With You

    Address

    Truro

    Truro

    TR1 2EJ


    Employer's website

    https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer contact details

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Recruitment Manager

    Emily Frost

    Emily.frost@wearewithyou.org.uk

    07811056955

    Details

    Date posted

    19 September 2025

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    £27,283 to £36,225 a year

    Contract

    Permanent

    Working pattern

    Full-time

    Reference number

    oc-1757685547-BRMOR

    Job locations

    Truro

    Truro

    TR1 2EJ


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