Practice Plus Group

BANK Substance Misuse Nurse

The closing date is 04 March 2026

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a BANK Substance Misuse Nurse at HMP Onley, a category C Prison located in Rugby

HMP Onley is a male prison and has a population of 980 males. 

As a BANK Substance Misuse Nurse, you will work closely with other members in the team and will be based in the Healthcare department and some wing based work, We are looking for previous prison experience  HMP Onley Offers:  
  • Onsite parking  
  • Access to gym 
  • Health and Wellness Benefits 
  • Training and Development opportunities 

BANK Hours: 

  • Monday - Thursday - 7.30am - 7.30pm 
  • Friday - Sunday - 7.30am - 6.30pm 
    Hourly rate: 
    • Weekdays £23.83 
    • Weekends £25.68 
    How will we support you?

    Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

    Competency framework

    Regional and national career development opportunities

    Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

    Support from the wider team

    Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

    Main duties of the job

    As a Substance Misuse Nurse, your responsibilities will vary. You will

    • Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, prioritising patient care to develop individualised packages of care through comprehensive assessment and recovery planning
    • Deliver a range of treatment options including clinical and psychosocial interventions in both a group and 1-1 setting with recovery at the centre of our healthcare wellbeing model
    • Be able to carry out comprehensive assessments, initiate and review individual recovery plans and confidently communicate the full range of treatment options available to service users.
    • Monitor therapeutic responses to medication and potential side effects and liaise with prescribers. You will work with individuals, on a 1-1 basis, providing advice and information
    • Support in group work delivery and liaise with prescribers and Recovery Practitioners on clinical interventions. You will occasionally be required to support dispensing
    • Have an understanding and commitment to recovery and a person centred approach.

    If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

    It doesnt stop there we also offer:

    • Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
    • Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
    • 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

    About us

    The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

    Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

    • we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
    • we act with integrity
    • we embrace diversity
    • we strive to do things better together

    We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

    •  Registered nurse with current NMC registration Adult / Mental Health 
    • Evidence of Continued Professional Development (CPD).
    • RCGP 1 in Substance Misuse or willingness to undertake.
    • Experience of working with opiate dependant patients.
    • Sound clinical substance misuse knowledge.
    • A non-judgmental and compassionate approach.

    Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.

    Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

    Details

    Date posted

    18 February 2026

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    £23.83 to £25.68 an hour Hourly rate £ 23.83

    Contract

    Bank

    Duration

    1 years

    Working pattern

    Flexible working

    Reference number

    14075-1

    Job locations

    HMP Onley

    Rugby

    Northamptonshire

    CV23 8AP


    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

    + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

    We have an exciting opportunity for a BANK Substance Misuse Nurse at HMP Onley, a category C Prison located in Rugby

    HMP Onley is a male prison and has a population of 980 males. 

    As a BANK Substance Misuse Nurse, you will work closely with other members in the team and will be based in the Healthcare department and some wing based work, We are looking for previous prison experience  HMP Onley Offers:  
    • Onsite parking  
    • Access to gym 
    • Health and Wellness Benefits 
    • Training and Development opportunities 

    BANK Hours: 

    • Monday - Thursday - 7.30am - 7.30pm 
    • Friday - Sunday - 7.30am - 6.30pm 
      Hourly rate: 
      • Weekdays £23.83 
      • Weekends £25.68 
      How will we support you?

      Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

      Competency framework

      Regional and national career development opportunities

      Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

      Support from the wider team

      Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

      + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

      We have an exciting opportunity for a BANK Substance Misuse Nurse at HMP Onley, a category C Prison located in Rugby

      HMP Onley is a male prison and has a population of 980 males. 

      As a BANK Substance Misuse Nurse, you will work closely with other members in the team and will be based in the Healthcare department and some wing based work, We are looking for previous prison experience  HMP Onley Offers:  
      • Onsite parking  
      • Access to gym 
      • Health and Wellness Benefits 
      • Training and Development opportunities 

      BANK Hours: 

      • Monday - Thursday - 7.30am - 7.30pm 
      • Friday - Sunday - 7.30am - 6.30pm 
        Hourly rate: 
        • Weekdays £23.83 
        • Weekends £25.68 
        How will we support you?

        Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

        Competency framework

        Regional and national career development opportunities

        Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

        Support from the wider team

        Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

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        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.

        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.

        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

        Practice Plus Group

        Address

        HMP Onley

        Rugby

        Northamptonshire

        CV23 8AP


        Employer's website

        https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

        Employer details

        Employer name

        Practice Plus Group

        Address

        HMP Onley

        Rugby

        Northamptonshire

        CV23 8AP


        Employer's website

        https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

        Employer contact details

        For questions about the job, contact:

        Recruiter

        Amy Samra

        amy.samra@practiceplusgroup.com

        07974375050

        Details

        Date posted

        18 February 2026

        Pay scheme

        Other

        Salary

        £23.83 to £25.68 an hour Hourly rate £ 23.83

        Contract

        Bank

        Duration

        1 years

        Working pattern

        Flexible working

        Reference number

        14075-1

        Job locations

        HMP Onley

        Rugby

        Northamptonshire

        CV23 8AP


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