Young Persons Worker Role in Drug and Alcohol Service London with Sponsorship: Apply Now

Location
London, United Kingdom

Type
Full Time, Permanent

Salary (£)
£44,485 to £52,521 per year

About Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
At Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust, they believe in making a lasting difference for young people facing challenges with drug and alcohol use. They work hand in hand with communities, professionals, and families to ensure young people get the care and guidance they need. With a strong focus on recovery and wellbeing, they’ve built a reputation for delivering compassionate, evidence-based care that transforms lives across London.

Job details

Benefits

• Competitive pay: £44,485 to £52,521 per year
• Career growth: Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive environment: Work in a multi-disciplinary team committed to young people’s wellbeing
• Learning opportunities: Exposure to teaching, training, and outreach initiatives
• Work-life balance: Flexible approach within a forward-thinking NHS Trust

Requirements

• Professional registration: NMC, HPC, or psychology graduate
• Evidence of continued professional development in substance misuse treatment
• Strong skills in motivational interviewing and relapse management
• Ability to assess and treat dual diagnosis cases with respect and cultural sensitivity
• Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Comfortable working independently and prioritising tasks effectively
• Commitment to teamwork and service user involvement

Salary Details

This role offers between £44,485 and £52,521 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

About the Role

As a Young Persons Worker, you’ll work with individuals aged 21 and under who are experiencing hazardous, harmful, or dependent patterns of drug and alcohol use. Based in Hillingdon Borough, you’ll carry out detailed assessments, develop personalised care plans, and use evidence-based interventions such as motivational interviewing to support recovery.

This role goes beyond one-to-one work. You’ll have the chance to run group interventions, design outreach programmes, and train other professionals working with young people. Your input will directly shape how services respond to the needs of the community, making this a role where your impact is both immediate and long term.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive assessments using interviews, risk tools, and observations to understand each young person’s needs
• Deliver evidence-based counselling and relapse prevention that promotes recovery and resilience
• Develop group interventions and outreach projects that connect with hard-to-reach young people
• Train and support professionals in schools, healthcare, and community services to raise awareness and build capability
• Represent the service in clinical and strategic forums, helping influence the direction of local provision
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to performance reporting that drives service improvements

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check as part of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust values diversity and inclusion. They welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for every applicant.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: London, United Kingdom
• Contact: Recruitment Team, via Trust HR portal

How To Apply
Ready to guide young people toward healthier futures Send your CV today through the Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust careers portal. This role won’t stay open for long, so act quickly.