Location: Sutton, London, South East, UKSubstance Misuse Band 5 Nurse - HMP HighdownLocation: SurreySalary: £29,970 - £36,483 per annum (DOE)Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time Closing Date: 05 Jan 2026About The RoleAre you a compassionate, motivated nurse looking to broaden your skills in a dynamic and rewarding environment?At The Forward Trust, were recruiting Band 5 Substance Misuse Nurses across HMP Chelmsford (Essex), HMP Send (Woking, Surrey) and HMP Bronzefield (Ashford, Surrey).This permanent role can be full-time or part-time, offering flexible working. Youll support individuals on their recovery journey while developing specialist clinical skills in a secure, fast-paced setting.Youll deliver nurse-led clinical and psychosocial interventions to individuals with substance misuse needs. Working within a prison setting offers variety, challenge, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to health, recovery, and wellbeing.Key ResponsibilitiesComplete assessments and develop tailored care plansAdminister and monitor medication-assisted treatmentsWork collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and prison staffProvide health promotion and recovery-focused guidanceKeep accurate, compliant clinical recordsIdentify and manage safeguarding and risk concernsPerson SpecificationWere looking for someone who has:Registered Nurse (RN) status with a valid NMC PINAt least 1-year post-registration experienceExperience or a strong interest in substance misuse careExcellent communication and teamwork skillsExperience in prison or secure settings DesirableKnowledge of substance misuse protocols and harm reduction - DesirableAdditional training in mental health or substance misuse - DesirableIf youre ready to use your nursing skills where they can create real change, wed love to hear from you. Apply today and join a team committed to recovery, growth, and positive outcomes.Please Note: Interviews for this role will commence 2nd week of Jan 2026 About UsWe are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible workingTraining and development opportunitiesSimply Health Cashback Scheme (optional)Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work schemeCrisis Loan SchemeElectric Car Scheme3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees)Access to Blue Light Card25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria)To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.TPBN1_UKTJ