Trainee Independent Prescriber
- Location
- Likewise - Portland House
- Listed
- Today
Location: Likewise, Portland House, Sheffield, S3 8UG
Working 37 Hours (including Thursdays late clinics from 11:00am to 7:00pm)
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract until qualification is achieved (with Permanent employment options to be discussed thereafter)
Salary: £44,789 - £51,000
Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.
The Role
Until you achieve your V300 qualification, you will work as a Prescriber Facilitator, supporting the delivery of high-quality clinical interventions across the service while developing the knowledge, skills and competencies required to become an Independent Prescriber.
Working alongside our experienced prescribers, Clinical Service Lead and multidisciplinary team, you will:
- Support service users through clinical assessments, care planning and treatment reviews.
- Deliver health promotion and harm reduction interventions.
- Support BBV testing, immunisation and wider clinical interventions.
- Liaise with pharmacies and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective treatment delivery.
- Develop your knowledge of pharmacology, diagnostics, medicines management and prescribing governance.
- Complete supervised practice hours and competency requirements under the guidance of a Designated Prescribing Practitioner (DPP).
- Build a portfolio of evidence and participate in regular supervision, reflective practice and learning reviews.
- Contribute to a safe, effective and person-centred clinical service.
Following successful completion of the V300 qualification and competency framework, you will progress into the Independent Prescriber responsibilities within the service.
What We're Looking For
You will be
- A registered Nurse (NMC) or Pharmacist (GPhC).
- Eligible to undertake a recognised V300 Independent Prescribing programme.
- Committed to developing your clinical skills and completing the prescribing qualification.
- Experienced in substance use services, mental health, primary care, secondary care services and/or community healthcare settings.
- Skilled in clinical assessment, care planning and person-centred practice.
- Organised, motivated and committed to continuous professional development.
Interested?
If you're ready to take the next step in your clinical career and become an Independent Prescriber while making a real difference to people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.
What We Offer
We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:
- 27 days' annual leave, rising 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
- Recognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals
- £500 Recommend a Friend bonus
- Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership
- Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good
- Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year
- Inclusion and accessibility
- We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme - all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation.
- Closing Date: 2026-12-04
About Waythrough
Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we've created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.
Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services - and it's all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.
Make a real difference in your community
Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job - it's a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.
We have an exciting opportunity for a registered Nurse or Pharmacist to join our Likewise Sheffield Service as a Trainee Independent Prescriber.
This role is ideal for an experienced clinician who is passionate about supporting individuals affected by substance use and wants to develop into an Independent Prescriber.
As part of this opportunity, Waythrough will fully support and fund your V300 Independent Prescribing qualification, providing structured development, clinical supervision and protected learning opportunities throughout your training
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support.
From Recovery Focus's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 14, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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