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Independent Prescriber – Barnsley Recovery Steps – Burleigh Court
Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 15 Hours / 2 Days per week Salary: £44,789 – £54,384 Please note: The listed salary reflects full earning potential. Starter salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.
About Waythrough
Waythrough was established in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship, creating one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England. Each year, we support approximately 125,000 people across nearly 200 services, made possible by our team of 3,500 dedicated staff and volunteers.
Make a Real Difference
Are you passionate about empowering people to live safer, healthier, and more independent lives? At Waythrough, you’ll support individuals facing challenges in mental health, substance use, housing, and domestic abuse.
If you’re a Nurse or Pharmacist with an Independent Prescriber qualification and a commitment to delivering **high-quality, evidence-based treatments in substance misuse, we’d love to hear from you.
We’re seeking dedicated professionals to join Barnsley Recovery Steps—where your work will make a meaningful and lasting impact on people’s lives, families, and local communities.
Key Responsibilities
- Work within a multidisciplinary team (MDT) model in one of England’s largest complex integrated treatment services for substance misuse.
- Provide independent prescribing of treatments for those affected by substance use issues.
- Offer evidence-based support and interventions within a collaborative team.
- Contribute to clinical supervisions, case management, and continuous professional development (CPD).
- Utilise your expertise to help break down barriers and improve access to care.
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Key Requirements
- First-level registered Nurse or registered Pharmacist with independent prescriber qualifications.
- RCGP Qualifications Levels 1 & 2 are desirable.
- Experience working in substance misuse services preferred.
- A passion for improving the lives of individuals through tailored, person-centred support.
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Why Work with Us?
Meaningful Career & Growth
- Protective group CPD time and regular clinical supervision.
- Individualised development plans tailored to your career growth.
Supportive Work Environment
- Collaborate within a dynamic multidisciplinary team in a well-established treatment service.
- Work alongside supportive professionals, including mental health nurses, within a family-centred approach.
Comprehensive Benefits Package
- 27 days’ annual leave (increases to 32 after 1 year), plus bank holidays.
- Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%.
- Life assurance (3× annual salary).
- Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay.
- Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave.
- Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications.
- 24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme.
Re Recognition & Wellbeing
- Recognition awards via Way to Go & Aspirations portals.
- £500 Recommend a Friend bonus.
- Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership.
- Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good for leisure activities.
- Free will writing service.
- Ongoing wellbeing initiatives throughout the year.
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Inclusion & Accessibility
Waythrough is a proud equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, particularly those with lived experience of the issues we support.
We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme to ensure that all applicants are fairly considered. If you require adjustments or support to apply, please email: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk.
Closing Date: [Not explicitly stated, but the merger into Waythrough occurred in October 2024. For the latest updates, refer to their official recruitment page.]
Our Vision
Since its launch in October 2024, Waythrough continues to merge new partnerships—like the April 2026 merger with Aquarius—to create a stronger, more integrated network of 260 services across England. Our mission is to remove barriers, enabling people to access support that helps them live a life they value.
Together, we’re tackling poverty and disadvantage through mental health, substance misuse, housing, and related areas of support, affecting nearly 300,000 individuals annually through our network of 3,500+ staff and volunteers.
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