Support Worker; Substance Misuse

About The Role

Salary - £25,557 - £29,723 per annum

Our team is expanding, and we are looking for a Substance Misuse Support Worker to join our growing service at HMP Wymott
. This is a rewarding opportunity to work within substance misuse
, while gaining exposure to a wider multi‑disciplinary team in a unique and supportive healthcare environment.

We are looking for someone with substance misuse experience and knowledge of current issues within the pathway.

• Running and supporting healthcare clinics (bloods, observations, ECGs, NHS Health Checks)
• Supporting the Substance Misuse Nurse with all aspects of care
• Working in reception (Early Days in Custody), carrying out basic health assessments and blood‑borne virus screening
• Assist in urine drug testing
• Support the wider non‑clinical team on our Therapeutic Community wing, co‑facilitating groups, and supporting health promotion and wellbeing initiatives
• Working collaboratively with nurses, GPs, and wider healthcare professionals

• Experience with in a substance misuse role
• Care Certificate and/or NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care
• Clinical skills such as bloods (venepuncture) are desirable but not essential
• Knowledge of substance misuse / mental health issues
• A resilient, proactive, and enthusiastic approach to patient care
• Ability to work effectively in a secure and fast‑paced environment

HMP Wymott is a large, Category C prison in Leyland, accommodating approximately 1,200 adult males, and we have a varied and complex population. Practice Plus Group provides primary care, mental health and substance misuse services across the wings, clinic areas, inpatient facilities, and reception services.

Hours are Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:00 / 09:00 - 17:00.

• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK
• All offers of employment are subject to enhanced vetting and security checks due to the nature of the role