Non-Medical Prescriber

Believe in People? So Do We.

At Change Grow Live Croydon, we believe the best people have one thing in common: they care.

Exciting Opportunity for a Qualified Non-Medical Prescriber – Croydon

We thrive by recruiting for success, recognising and rewarding effort, and creating safe, healthy, agile, and flexible environments where everyone can do their best work. Together as a team, we’re learning, developing, growing, and identifying future talent and leaders to deliver our mission: helping people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential.

Here, every voice counts.

We are inclusive, we engage and connect at all levels, and we create the conditions for success for everyone who works and volunteers with us. We invest in world-class learning and development opportunities and foster open, transparent, values-driven cultures where people feel a true sense of belonging.

We’re delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a Qualified Non-Medical Prescriber (NMP) to join our dedicated and compassionate team in Croydon.

This role includes working with rough sleepers who are accessing treatment, providing flexible, person-centred clinical support to meet their individual needs. We’re looking for someone who can adapt to future service developments, which may include delivering in-reach clinics within the community to improve access for those in need of treatment and support.

For the right candidate, we are happy to offer a starting salary towards the mid to upper end of the scale, with an anticipated starting salary of £51,101.96 *, up to a maximum of £53,329.99*, dependent on skills and experience.

Our service is built on the strengths of our diverse team – including Specialist Doctors, Nurses, Recovery Staff, Peer Mentors, and Volunteers – who work together to provide outstanding care for people affected by substance misuse. This role is your chance to be part of that journey, making a real difference every day.

Hours: 37.5 per week

*Salary: £47,792.23 - £53,329.99 (pro rata) 

*Allowances: £2,080.07 Outer London Weighting

Contract: Permanent 

*Please note: Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours.

** Direct applications only — we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy.

The Role:

Working under the guidance of the Service’s Medical Lead, Assistant Medical Director, and the , you’ll be part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering clinical, recovery-focused alcohol and drug intervention services.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating treatment and care interventions.

• Clinically assessing service user needs and developing tailored care plans.

• Identifying and assessing suitability for in-patient alcohol and opioid detoxification where appropriate.

• Proactively reviewing and managing clinical treatment plans.

• Initiating and adjusting prescriptions for opiate and/or alcohol substitute treatments and other related medications.

• Taking a lead role in developing the prescribing clinic and acting as a point of contact for colleagues and partner agencies on prescribing matters.

About You:

We’re looking for someone who shares our values and brings passion and expertise to the role:

• A Qualified Pharmacist with current GPhC registration and two years' post-qualification experience OR a first-level registered nurse with a current PIN and three years' post-qualification experience.

• A qualified Non-Medical Prescriber.

• At least one year’s recent experience in substance misuse treatment.

• Strong knowledge of clinical prescribing issues, with a person-centred, compassionate approach to care.

What We Offer:

Joining CGL Croydon means joining a thriving, supportive community where your wellbeing and growth are a priority. We offer:

• 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays), increasing annually for your first 5 years.

• A paid ‘Wellness Hour’ each week to invest in your own wellbeing.

• Comprehensive training, career development, and progression opportunities, including protected CPD time.

• Other benefits: Change Grow Live employee benefits

If you believe in people and want to make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you.

When completing your application, please ensure your supporting statement reflects how your skills and experience align with the role.

Together, we can help people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.