Alcohol Specialist Nurse

Company: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
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Main area Alcohol Care Team Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract 12 months (Fixed term) Hours Full time – 37.5 hours per week (8-6 Monday-Saturday Service) Job ref 349-WTWA-7902168-RL4

Site All MFT sites Town Manchester Salary £39,959 – £48,117 Per Annum, Pro Rata Salary period Yearly Closing 31/07/2026 23:59

Job overview

The Alcohol Care Team (ACT) consists of a team of specialist nurses, working across all wards and departments covering Wythenshawe Hospital, Manchester Royal Infirmary and North Manchester General Hospital.

The service operates Monday to Friday 8am-6pm and potential Saturday 8am-4pm. Shifts will be rostered within these working hours.

You will be expected to be able to work autonomously within this small team, and in partnership with the wider MFT Alcohol Care Teams, Multi-disciplinary Teams, and Community Substance Misuse Services. The team provides clinical expertise and knowledge relating to the identification, assessment, treatment, and management of patients attending or admitted to MRI with Alcohol-use Disorders or alcohol related harm.

The successful applicant should be highly motivated in working with this patient group and have an interest in developing their skills further in this specialised field. They should be able to work as an independent practitioner and have excellent communication and time management skills. They will work with the team to improve quality of care and development of the service.

The ability to be able to deliver teaching and training sessions to colleagues is also an important part of the role.

The roles will require flexible working across Wythenshawe and MRI , however you will have a main base of work.

The funding stream for this role is GMMH.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant should be highly motivated in working with this patient group and have an interest in developing their skills further in this specialised field. They should be able to work as an independent practitioner and have excellent communication and time management skills. They will work with the team to improve quality of care and development of the service.

The ability to be able to deliver teaching and training sessions to colleagues is also an important part of the role.

Working for our organisation

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.

Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working – empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.

At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

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Posted: July 25th, 2026