Substance Misuse Support Worker
| Posting date: | 13 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £25,557.00 to £29,723.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £25557.00 - £29723.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 January 2026 |
| Location: | Kirkham, PR4 2RN |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | E0314-26-0168 |
Summary
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE We have a fantastic opportunity for a Support Worker to join the Substance Misuse team at HMP Kirkham, a Category D open prison for males, located near Preston, Lancashire. HMP Kirkham is a unique environment, with stunning grounds and lots to offer both staff and patients, including our brand new, state of the art gym. This is a brand new, fantastic opportunity to join the team, and really make the role your own! No 2 days are the same in this challenging, yet rewarding and supportive environment. Hours: This is a part time role, working 22.5 hours per week. Shifts are between 8am - 4pm Monday to Friday. We can be flexible on shift patterns and will discuss at screening and interview stage. Salary: This position is part time , youll receive an annual salary of £25,557 - £29,723 per annum FTE - depending on experience. How will we support you? Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course Competency framework Regional and national career development opportunities Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks #LI-AB1