Lead Nurse – Substance Misuse

Athona Ltd • croydon, england • Posted June 13, 2026

About the Role

Job Description

Currently, we have an excellent opportunity for a Lead Nurse to join a dynamic, multidisciplinary team focused on substance misuse and recovery services. This role offers a chance to lead, inspire, and develop a team while making a meaningful difference to individuals on their recovery journey. You will play a key part in shaping the service, working collaboratively with professionals to deliver high-quality care.

Salary: £44,292.60 – £48,493.54 + London Allowance £2,163.27
Position: Lead Nurse
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Setting: Substance misuse and recovery service
Location: Croydon, London

Responsibilities

  • Leading and motivating the nursing team to excellence.
  • Developing and implementing clinical and wellbeing interventions.
  • Providing clinical and managerial supervision to nursing staff.
  • Ensuring services meet professional...