CPN - Addictions Team

xciting Opportunity: Band 6 CPN – Drug & Alcohol/Addictions Team

We have an exciting opportunity with great pay and flexibility!

Job Title: Community Psychiatric Nurse (Band 6)
Location: SE London
Duration: 3 months
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM
Start Date: ASAP
Rate of Pay: £27 per hour (umbrella)
Contact: Cameron McCoy – /

What You’ll Be Doing:
Join a dedicated Drug and Alcohol/Addictions team as a Band 6 CPN, supporting service users with substance misuse and complex mental health needs. Your key responsibilities will include:

? Managing a caseload of clients with dual diagnosis presentations
? Delivering person-centred, recovery-focused care plans
? Conducting assessments and providing evidence-based interventions
? Working closely with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies
? Supporting harm-reduction strategies and relapse prevention
? Monitoring mental and physical health, including administering medication
? Safeguarding and risk management

Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, you will need:

? A valid NMC registration as a Mental Health Nurse (RMN)
? Experience in addiction/substance misuse or dual diagnosis settings
? Strong assessment and crisis intervention skills
? Excellent communication and team-working abilities
? Ability to work autonomously and within MDTs
? A full UK driver’s license is preferred but not essential

Working Hours & Contract Duration:
This is a full-time role, Monday to Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM. Initial 3-month contract with strong potential for extension based on service needs and performance.

This opportunity won’t last long! Contact Cameron McCoy today at or email to apply.

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