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Band 3 Pharmacy Specialist Support Worker
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 391-RFL-35089552-B
Job summary
The Pharmacy Service is comprehensive, and we have a full range of services including Inpatient and Outpatient dispensary service, ward-based clinical pharmacy, Medicines Information, aseptic and non-sterile production services. Specialist clinical pharmacists provide direct clinical input into medicines management in several clinical areas including HIV, general medicine, emergency services, surgery, rheumatology, anti-coagulation, oncology & haematology, women's health, paediatrics and infection control.
The post holder will ensure that Production services are delivered in a safe, effective, economic and timely manner ensuring that all procedures are carried out in accordance with current legislation and guidelines and undertake preparations in all areas of the Production unit.
Main duties of the job
Computer literate Word, Excel, Powerpoint.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills -Ability to deal directly with public & other health service professionals.
Ability to work in certain posture for prolonged period of time, e.g., sitting upright to prepare drugs in an isolator.
Effective organizational skills.
Ability to communicate complex, contentious and sensitive information.
Time management of self.
Able to respond to unpredictable work patterns.
Able to manage own workload.
Able to work accurately within the departmental SOP's to maintain quality standards.
Able to prioritise workload effectively.
Demonstrate excellent Work Ethics.
Enthusiastic and shows initiative.
Good attendance record and good time keeping.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.
For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Details
Date posted
10 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£30,630 to £32,346 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
391-RFL-35089552-B
Job locations
North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust
Sterling Way
London
N18 1QX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 4 GCSE's Grade A-C to include English, Maths, Science NVQ level 2 Pharmacy services
- NVQ level 2 Pharmacy services
Other Attributes
Essential
- Flexibility with regard to changes in work schedule
- Must do Late duty, Weekend duties and bank holidays as rostered
- Interest in development of others
- Interest in expanding knowledge and self development
- Awareness of Equal Opportunities
- Enthusiasm
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Familiar with computer systems and basic keyboard skills
- Ability to deal directly with public & other health service professionals
- Effective organisation and prioritisation skills in the workplace
- Ability to work unsupervised and alone
- Ability to work under pressure
- Effective verbal and written communication skills with all disciplines, colleagues & patients
- Sufficient manual dexterity to perform sterile procedures
- Ability to supervise the work of junior staff
- Ability to motivate self and other staff
- Ability to work with other colleagues as part of a team
- Ability to negotiate and deal with conflicts and complaints
- Ability to use Initiative
- Manual handling- Able to lift loads up to 15kg
- Management of Stock control
- Understanding of COSHH regulations and Health and Safety at work
Desirable
- 6 months Hospital Pharmacy -Production Experience or similar field
- Understanding of risk management within the Production Department
- Ability to deliver staff training to Pre-registration Pharmacists, SATO's and Student Technicians
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and application of production related national and legal requirements e.g. principles of good manufacturing practice GMP/ Licensing Good Manufacturing Practice
- Computer literate Word, Excel
Desirable
- Working with JAC computer system
- Environmental monitoring in clean rooms
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 4 GCSE's Grade A-C to include English, Maths, Science NVQ level 2 Pharmacy services
- NVQ level 2 Pharmacy services
Other Attributes
Essential
- Flexibility with regard to changes in work schedule
- Must do Late duty, Weekend duties and bank holidays as rostered
- Interest in development of others
- Interest in expanding knowledge and self development
- Awareness of Equal Opportunities
- Enthusiasm
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Familiar with computer systems and basic keyboard skills
- Ability to deal directly with public & other health service professionals
- Effective organisation and prioritisation skills in the workplace
- Ability to work unsupervised and alone
- Ability to work under pressure
- Effective verbal and written communication skills with all disciplines, colleagues & patients
- Sufficient manual dexterity to perform sterile procedures
- Ability to supervise the work of junior staff
- Ability to motivate self and other staff
- Ability to work with other colleagues as part of a team
- Ability to negotiate and deal with conflicts and complaints
- Ability to use Initiative
- Manual handling- Able to lift loads up to 15kg
- Management of Stock control
- Understanding of COSHH regulations and Health and Safety at work
Desirable
- 6 months Hospital Pharmacy -Production Experience or similar field
- Understanding of risk management within the Production Department
- Ability to deliver staff training to Pre-registration Pharmacists, SATO's and Student Technicians
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and application of production related national and legal requirements e.g. principles of good manufacturing practice GMP/ Licensing Good Manufacturing Practice
- Computer literate Word, Excel
Desirable
- Working with JAC computer system
- Environmental monitoring in clean rooms
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust
Sterling Way
London
N18 1QX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust
Sterling Way
London
N18 1QX
United Kingdom