Senior Addiction Liaison Nurse

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC)

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role

As an integral member of the Acute Addiction Liaison Team the post-holder will work in partnership demonstrating compassionate caring behaviours to fulfil the key functions of the Acute Addiction Liaison Service. The post-holder will be a key link between Acute Hospitals and Alcohol and Drug Recovery Services (ADRS) and wider care providers.

The post-holder will be responsible for assessment, formulation, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care relating to alcohol and drug recovery using a strength‑based recovery focused approach that proactively involves the person. Defining the level of need of problematic alcohol and/or drug‑using patients and targeting appropriate services pre‑discharge from hospital.

You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern

This is a permanent post of 37 hours per week.

This will be a city‑wide post.

The shift pattern is Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm.

Key Responsibilities

The post-holder will be expected to have a commitment to the concept of recovery, enabling people to move on from their drug and alcohol problems and fulfil the alcohol and drug recovery service key functions:

• Alcohol and drug assessment
• Interventions for people with alcohol and drug health needs
• Provide Person Centred Standards of Care
• Promoting and supporting physical and mental well‑being and prevention of relapse
• Support people towards recovery
• Advice, guidance and signposting

The post-holder will practice within a legal & ethical framework as defined by:

• Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) The Code: Professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses and midwives
• National and local policy, guidelines and protocols
• Other appropriate legislation which may impact on practice

The Post‑holders Activity As a Member Of The Acute Addiction Liaison Team May Involve Interfacing With a Variety Of Services Typically Including

• Tier 4 Alcohol and Drug Recovery Services
• Community Alcohol and Drug Recovery Services
• Adult /Older Adult Services
• Primary Care Services
• Mental Health Services

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job

• Registered Nurse – Level 1 NMC registration and knowledge of addictions.
• Educated to minimum degree level/ or equivalent
• Evidence of active and ongoing Continuing Professional Development
• Completion of an evidence‑based psychological therapies/ psychological approaches to care formal programme of study
• Actively working towards postgraduate level/ or equivalent
• Completed a recognised mentor preparation programme/ registered mentor
• Specialist knowledge and application of physical and/or mental health nursing care
• Specialist knowledge and application of risk assessment/ factors impacting on physical/ mental health/ wellness and recovery
• Evidence of Supervision/ reflective practice as a supervisor

What We Offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e‑learning and classroom‑based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact

Jack Scott, Nurse Team Leader, ,

Information for candidates

This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible. Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback.

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From 1 April 2026, the Agenda for Change full‑time working week will reduce from 37 hours to 36 hours. Part‑time working hours will be reduced on a pro‑rata basis. A corresponding increase in the hourly rate will apply, ensuring that overall pay remains unchanged.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work‑life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full‑time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

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