Job summary

''Creating a great place to be cared for; a great place to work''

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust covers a large geographic area which encompasses the Furness peninsula, the city of Lancaster and the Lake District. We provide a comprehensive range of acute and support hospital services to a population of 350,000 based around Morecambe Bay. One of the largest employers in the area, we have approximately 6,000 staff working across five sites; Furness General Hospital (Barrow in Furness), Royal Lancaster Infirmary, Westmorland General Hospital (Kendal), Ulverston Community Health Centre and Queen Victoria Centre (Morecambe). By joining us you will be part of a progressive team committed to diversity, excellence and achievement.

You will have excellent communication skills and will thrive from working in a fast-paced environment to support excellence in patient care.

Main duties of the job

Applications are invited from enthusiastic, well-motivated Pharmacists to join our Pharmacy team at Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow.

Full-time and part-time hours are available.

We welcome applications from newly qualified or less experienced Pharmacists who will initially join as Band 6, progressing to Band 7 within six months upon completing all training competencies.

While a Clinical Diploma is not essential, applicants must be willing to undertake it in the future.

This role is integral to providing specialist clinical pharmacy services across admission, medical, surgical, community, women's, and children's wards. You will ensure the safe, effective, legal, and accurate use of medicines within each specialty. Additionally, you will support, train, and supervise newly qualified and trainee pharmacists.

The UHMB Pharmacy Department is forward-thinking and has implemented electronic prescribing for inpatients across all specialities on all sites, along with a fully electronic patient record system.

NHS Benefits Include:

• Competitive Salary: Pay and benefits in line with Agenda for Change Band 6/7 salary scales.
• Generous Annual Leave: 27 days plus 8 public holidays, increasing with service.
• Pension Scheme: A competitive NHS pension for financial security.
• Learning & Development: Opportunities for training, career progression, and further education, with full support for continuous professional development.

About us

We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Our community services for adults are provided in people's homes, community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals and our main hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care, advice and support.

Job summary

Join our friendly Homecare and Diabetes Services Team and play an important role in supporting specialist medicines and diabetes technology services across Surrey and Sussex.

This varied administrative role has a strong focus on processing and managing homecare invoices, ensuring accurate financial records, resolving invoice queries, and liaising with suppliers and clinical staff. The post holder will also provide administrative support for homecare medicines, insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems and diabetes consumables, helping to ensure a high-quality service and timely patient care.

The successful candidate will have excellent organisational and communication skills, strong attention to detail, and good IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Word and Excel. Previous administrative experience is desirable, and experience within the NHS, healthcare, pharmacy, finance, accounts payable or customer service would be advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team and contribute to services that make a real difference to patients' lives.

Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

Main duties of the job

For further information, please see the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and responsibilities.

About us

Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust is one of the region's busiest providers of healthcare. It was formed on 1 April 1998 following a merger between East Surrey Healthcare NHS and Crawley Horsham NHS Trusts. We are often referred to as 'SASH'.

We run East Surrey Hospital in Redhill, where we have more than 700 beds and provide acute and complex services. In addition, we provide a range of outpatient, diagnostic and less complex planned services at The Earlswood Centre, Caterham Dene Hospital, Crawley Hospital and Horsham Hospital.

Every year, over 120,000 people attend our Emergency Department, we deliver nearly 4,000 babies and almost half a million people have outpatient appointments with us.

We are a major local employer, with a diverse workforce of around 5,500 staff providing healthcare services to a growing population of some 744,000 people.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer, and we work hard to create an environment where everyone feels valued and supported. At our Trust, we strive to be the best place to work and receive care. We are dedicated to supporting you in your current role while helping you grow and develop your career. As part of our team, you will have access to excellent training opportunities, flexible working, dedicated support networks, and a strong emphasis on health and wellbeing to ensure a thriving and positive work environment.

Job summary

As a Pharmacy Technician, you will be part of our valued team in our Pharmacy Service, HMP Chelmsford. You will be receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:Salary of £32,648.00 - £39,177.60 depending on experience, and Group Pension. Receive a competitive salary enhancement for working pattern will vary each week and will include weekend coverage. Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you. Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates. Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling. Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continui

Main duties of the job

We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Pharmacy Technician to join our healthcare team within the HMP Chelmsford prison. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the delivery of pharmaceutical services in a secure and structured environment. You will play a key role in supporting the prison healthcare team, managing medication administration, and ensuring the effective delivery of pharmaceutical services. The post holder will work as an effective member of the Pharmacy team in providing healthcare services, including medication administration to the patients. They will assist in the delivery of a high quality pharmacy service, providing medicines management services to assist in tackling identified inequalities within the prison. The post holder will also provide pharmacy related information to patients, prison officers and other healthcare professionals, ensuring that the level of advice given is appropriate to need.

About us

We change lives by transforming health and care. Established in 2006, we are one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency, and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do. We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£32,648 to £39,177.60 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1565793476

Job locations

HCRG Care Group

Chelmsford

CM2 6JT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

Package Description

As a Pharmacy Technician, you will be part of our valued team in our Pharmacy Service, HMP Chelmsford. You will be receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:

• Salary of £32,648.00 - £39,177.60 depending on experience, and Group Pension.
• Receive a competitive salary enhancement for working pattern will vary each week and will include weekend coverage
• Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you
• Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates
• Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling
• Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise
• An open, just culture where youre encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care backed up by at least £100,000 of ringfenced innovation funding each year
• The pride of working for an organisation committed to the highest clinical and quality standards: with the majority of our rated services holding good or outstanding ratings from the Care Quality Commission

Job Introduction

We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Pharmacy Technician to join our healthcare team within the HMP Chelmsford prison. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the delivery of pharmaceutical services in a secure and structured environment. You will play a key role in supporting the prison healthcare team, managing medication administration, and ensuring the effective delivery of pharmaceutical services.

Working pattern: 40 hours per week, spread over four days (7:00 AM 6:00 PM), and 20 or 30 part time hours can be arranged for flexible working, following a rolling schedule over an eight-week period. The working pattern will vary each week and will include weekend coverage.

Please follow the below link to get a full insight on a 'day in the life of' one of our valued Pharmacy Technicians:

https://www.hcrgcaregroup.jobs/day-in-the-life-pharmacy-technician

Main Responsibilities

• The post holder will work as an effective member of the Pharmacy team in providing healthcare services, including medication administration to the patients.
• They will assist in the delivery of a high quality pharmacy service, providing medicines management services to assist in tackling identified inequalities within the prison.
• The post holder will also provide pharmacy related information to patients, prison officers and other healthcare professionals, ensuring that the level of advice given is appropriate to need.
• The role requires autonomous function and within the scope of competency, whilst being a support and resource to less experienced members of staff.
• Assist with the implementation and development of pharmacy support to all the residential wings in the prison which includes, where appropriate, advising patients on the correct use of medication.
• Maintain clear and comprehensive, signed and contemporaneous records both written and electronic.
• Recognise signs and symptoms of drug and alcohol withdrawal and support patients with substance misuse problems, support patients who are distressed and could be at risk of harming themselves or others or could be at risk of suicide
• Communicate effectively with other team members, prison staff and external agencies both verbally and written
• Undertake all mandatory and additional training as identified
• Use and encourage others to be familiar with the security systems within the prison
• Undertake all duties as required of a Pharmaceutical Professional in HMP Chelmsford and to comply with the competencies, knowledge and skills framework of the Department of Health

The Ideal Candidate

Person Specification

• Excellent communication and inter-personal skills
• Ability to build and develop relationships
• Must be confident and capable of autonomous practice and able to work independently

Essential Experience / Qualifications

• Qualified with an NVQ Level 3, BTEC or equivalent
• Registered Pharmacist Technician with current General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) membership
• All candidates are subject to prison vetting checks
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multi professional team within a fast-paced environment

Desirable Experience

• Experience in a Prison environment
• Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Qualified in ACT (Accredited Checking Technician)
• Qualified in MMT (Medicines Management Technician)

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.Established in 2006, we are one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency, and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services.Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

As youd expect, safeguarding and protecting the children, young people and vulnerable adults that we work with is of the utmost importance so we have policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices and everyone who joins the team is subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.

Finally, we need to let you know that the company youll work for is part of HCRG Care Group Holdings Limited and by applying for this job well need to process and hold information about you. If you would like to know a little more about how we use your information, please see our website's privacy policy.

Job description Job responsibilities Package Description:Package DescriptionAs a Pharmacy Technician, you will be part of our valued team in our Pharmacy Service, HMP Chelmsford. You will be receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including: Salary of £32,648.00 - £39,177.60 depending on experience, and Group Pension. Receive a competitive salary enhancement for working pattern will vary each week and will include weekend coverage Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise An open, just culture where youre encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care backed up by at least £100,000 of ringfenced innovation funding each year The pride of working for an organisation committed to the highest clinical and quality standards: with the majority of our rated services holding good or outstanding ratings from the Care Quality CommissionJob IntroductionWe are seeking a dedicated and reliable Pharmacy Technician to join our healthcare team within the HMP Chelmsford prison. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the delivery of pharmaceutical services in a secure and structured environment. You will play a key role in supporting the prison healthcare team, managing medication administration, and ensuring the effective delivery of pharmaceutical services.Working pattern: 40 hours per week, spread over four days (7:00 AM 6:00 PM), and 20 or 30 part time hours can be arranged for flexible working, following a rolling schedule over an eight-week period. The working pattern will vary each week and will include weekend coverage.Please follow the below link to get a full insight on a 'day in the life of' one of our valued Pharmacy Technicians:https://www.hcrgcaregroup.jobs/day-in-the-life-pharmacy-technicianMain Responsibilities The post holder will work as an effective member of the Pharmacy team in providing healthcare services, including medication administration to the patients. They will assist in the delivery of a high quality pharmacy service, providing medicines management services to assist in tackling identified inequalities within the prison. The post holder will also provide pharmacy related information to patients, prison officers and other healthcare professionals, ensuring that the level of advice given is appropriate to need. The role requires autonomous function and within the scope of competency, whilst being a support and resource to less experienced members of staff. Assist with the implementation and development of pharmacy support to all the residential wings in the prison which includes, where appropriate, advising patients on the correct use of medication. Maintain clear and comprehensive, signed and contemporaneous records both written and electronic. Recognise signs and symptoms of drug and alcohol withdrawal and support patients with substance misuse problems, support patients who are distressed and could be at risk of harming themselves or others or could be at risk of suicide Communicate effectively with other team members, prison staff and external agencies both verbally and written Undertake all mandatory and additional training as identified Use and encourage others to be familiar with the security systems within the prison Undertake all duties as required of a Pharmaceutical Professional in HMP Chelmsford and to comply with the competencies, knowledge and skills framework of the Department of HealthThe Ideal CandidatePerson Specification Excellent communication and inter-personal skills Ability to build and develop relationships Must be confident and capable of autonomous practice and able to work independentlyEssential Experience / Qualifications Qualified with an NVQ Level 3, BTEC or equivalent Registered Pharmacist Technician with current General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) membership All candidates are subject to prison vetting checks Ability to work effectively as part of a multi professional team within a fast-paced environmentDesirable Experience Experience in a Prison environment Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team Qualified in ACT (Accredited Checking Technician) Qualified in MMT (Medicines Management Technician)About the CompanyWe change lives by transforming health and care.Established in 2006, we are one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency, and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services.Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.As youd expect, safeguarding and protecting the children, young people and vulnerable adults that we work with is of the utmost importance so we have policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices and everyone who joins the team is subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.Finally, we need to let you know that the company youll work for is part of HCRG Care Group Holdings Limited and by applying for this job well need to process and hold information about you. If you would like to know a little more about how we use your information, please see our website's privacy policy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified with an NVQ Level 3, BTEC or equivalent. Registered Pharmacist Technician with current General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) membership. All candidates are subject to prison vetting checks.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualified with an NVQ Level 3, BTEC or equivalent. Registered Pharmacist Technician with current General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) membership. All candidates are subject to prison vetting checks.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Chelmsford

CM2 6JT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Chelmsford

CM2 6JT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Bharani Medical Centre is seeking an experienced and confident Clinical Pharmacist to join our established general practice team in Slough.

We are looking for a pharmacist with previous NHS general practice experience who is familiar with EMIS Web, Ardens and primary care clinical workflows, and is comfortable working with a high degree of professional independence.

The role will focus on clinical correspondence, medicines reconciliation, QOF and long-term-condition management, prescribing safety and medicines optimisation.

Key areas include diabetes, hypertension, asthma, COPD, high-risk medicines monitoring, gabapentinoid reviews and medication optimisation in chronic kidney disease.

Flexible working arrangements are available, including remote or hybrid working where appropriate.

We would ideally like to engage someone on a self-employed basis initially, subject to appropriate contractual arrangements, with potential to progress to fixed-term or permanent salaried employment.

Informal discussions are welcomed.

Main duties of the job

• Reviewing hospital discharge summaries, outpatient letters and clinical correspondence through Anima Documents.
• Undertaking medicines reconciliation, updating EMIS Web records and actioning appropriate medication-related tasks.
• Reviewing QOF registers and conducting structured medication reviews for patients with diabetes, hypertension, COPD and asthma.
• Identifying patients requiring monitoring, treatment optimisation and follow-up.
• Managing prescribing safety searches, including monitoring for patients prescribed DMARDs, DOACs and other high-risk medicines.
• Undertaking medicines optimisation reviews, including gabapentinoids, polypharmacy and prescribing in chronic kidney disease.
• Using EMIS Web and Ardens searches to identify and manage relevant patient cohorts.
• Conducting remote or face-to-face medication reviews and documenting appropriate clinical actions.

Minor illness management may be included where appropriately trained. Prescribing decisions must remain within the pharmacists prescribing authority, with appropriate GP escalation where required.

About us

Bharani Medical Centre is an established, GP-led practice providing NHS primary care to approximately 18,000 patients across three nearby sites in Slough.

Our multidisciplinary team includes experienced GP partners, salaried GPs, advanced nurse practitioners, clinical pharmacists, first-contact physiotherapists, practice nurses and administrative staff.

We place a strong emphasis on high-quality clinical care, medicines safety, evidence-based prescribing and proactive management of long-term conditions.

Our practice uses modern digital systems, including EMIS Web, Ardens, Anima and Accurx, to support efficient clinical workflows, population health management and medicines optimisation.

We value confident, proactive clinicians who can take ownership of defined responsibilities while working collaboratively with colleagues.

We offer a supportive professional environment, flexible working arrangements and opportunities to contribute to clinical improvement and patient safety initiatives.

We are committed to developing our clinical services and welcome pharmacists who want to make a meaningful contribution to modern general practice.

Job summary

• The Trust are not able to offer Skilled Worker Sponsorship for this role. Applicants are requested to consider this when making their application. Please visit Gov.UK for further information

There is an opportunity to become part of a progressive clinical Pharmacy team, providing the professional, technical and logistical components of an Integrated Medicine Management (IMM) Service at South Tyneside and Sunderland Foundation Trust. These Posts will be based at either South Tyneside District Hospital or Sunderland Royal Hospital with cross site cover, if needed. We are looking for Pharmacy Technicians to join the IMM team. Working outside the Dispensary with dedicated Pharmacists at ward level you will provide a patient-focused service which includes the assessment of patients own drugs, determining and maintaining supplies of medicines to be stored at the patients bedside to ensure a safe and timely discharge service from the hospital. The role will also involve counselling of patients on their medicines to deliver medicines optimisation and completing medicines reconciliation. Applications will be considered from students who are due to qualify in the next three months, however any offer of employment would be subject to attaining the Qualification and registration with the GPhC prior to the agreed starting date. For informal enquiries, or to arrange a visit, please contact Shaunee Simpson (Senior Technician Integrated Medicines Management) on 0191 565 6256 ext 42715.

Main duties of the job

You must possess the relevant Qualifications and be a registered Pharmacy Technician. You will be Appointed to a Band 4 Post until you have met the full criteria to progress to the Band 5 IMM Pharmacy Technician role. This will include a minimum of two cycles of CPD revalidation as a registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Society. Completed accredited accuracy checking and the following Medicines Management Frameworks

Module 1- Assessment of patients own drugs

Module 2- Ordering medication for one-stop dispensing

Module 3 - Medicines Reconciliation.

After meeting the full requirements of the Band 5 role, including the above, you will progress into a Band 5 Post. This Post has a requirement for seven-day working including weekends, late nights, bank holidays and cross site cover. You must be adaptable, have good communication skills and possess the ability to work on your own initiative to deliver patient care within the wider multi-disciplinary team. We are looking for an individual who is flexible in their approach to work.

About us

Please add your telephone number to your application form so we can contact you quickly if required.

One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

Details

Date posted

19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £39,043 a year Band 4 to Band 5 progression

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9155-CSAHP-1026-40

Job locations

Trust Headquarters

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

United Kingdom

STSFT

South Tyneside Hospital

South Shields

NE34 0PL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assist in the provision and development of pharmacy services to South Tyneside and Sunderland Foundation Trust. To undertake to provide cover in the dispensaries/manufacturing unit to ensure all dispensary/production targets are met. To undertake Integrated Medicines Management Training.

PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Job description Job responsibilities To assist in the provision and development of pharmacy services to South Tyneside and Sunderland Foundation Trust. To undertake to provide cover in the dispensaries/manufacturing unit to ensure all dispensary/production targets are met. To undertake Integrated Medicines Management Training.PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Person Specification

Attitude

Desirable

• Well motivated.

Qualifications

Essential

• Basic IT skills.
• NVQ Pharmacy Level 3 with BTEC, or equivalent underpinning knowledge.

Desirable

• Accuracy checker.

Skills

Essential

• Adaptable.
• Good communication skills.
• Good team worker.
• Ability to work on own initiative.

Desirable

• Organisational skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload.

Experience

Essential

• Registered with GPhC.

Desirable

• Experience in dealing with patients.
• Experience in counselling.

Other

Essential

• Able to meet travel requirements of the Post.
• Physically capable of doing the job.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Ability to work to the challenges and deadlines of the Post.

Person Specification Attitude Desirable Well motivated. Qualifications Essential Basic IT skills. NVQ Pharmacy Level 3 with BTEC, or equivalent underpinning knowledge. Desirable Accuracy checker. Skills Essential Adaptable. Good communication skills. Good team worker. Ability to work on own initiative. Desirable Organisational skills. Ability to prioritise workload. Experience Essential Registered with GPhC. Desirable Experience in dealing with patients. Experience in counselling. Other Essential Able to meet travel requirements of the Post. Physically capable of doing the job. Personal Qualities Essential Ability to work to the challenges and deadlines of the Post.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trust Headquarters

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.stsft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trust Headquarters

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.stsft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

The Vale Medical Practice is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated pharmacy technician to join our expanding multidisciplinary team. This role is offered on a full-time basis of 37.5 hours per week, and will be based at both our Wootton and Shortstown sites.

Reporting to the senior clinical pharmacist and senior clinical pharmacy technician, you will play a key role in supporting medicines optimisation, medication safety, repeat prescribing systems and patient care within the practice multidisciplinary team.

Working closely with GPs, clinical pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, nurses, GP assistants and administrative colleagues, you will help ensure the safe, effective and cost-efficient use of medicines across our patient population.

This is an in-person role as you will sit with our pharmacy team, as we believe the 'learning is in the room'.

Interviews will take place during the first week of September 2026.

Main duties of the job

• Medicines reconciliation
• Management of repeat prescribing systems
• Medicines safety monitoring
• Responding to medication-related queries
• Audit and quality improvement work
• Supporting national and local prescribing initiatives

The Vale Medical Practice is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

About us

We are a progressive, patient-centred practice recognised for innovation, education, research and service development. As an established training and research practice, we are passionate about nurturing future healthcare leaders and supporting career development at every stage. We proudly train GP trainees, medical students, nurses, pharmacy professionals and a wide range of multidisciplinary team members. Joining our team means becoming part of a supportive, forward-thinking organisation where new ideas are encouraged, professional development is actively championed, and high-quality patient care is at the heart of everything we do.

We believe in investing in our people and creating opportunities for every team member to reach their full potential. If you have a thirst for learning, enjoy working collaboratively and are passionate about delivering outstanding patient care, we would love to hear from you.Our friendly and highly skilled team includes GPs, clinical pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, nurses, GP assistants, care coordinators, social prescribers and administrative colleagues, working together to deliver excellent patient care.

Details

Date posted

19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience - depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

29878-3

Job locations

Fields Road

Wootton

Bedford

Bedfordshire

MK43 9JJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please do not hesitate to get in contact with us.

Job description Job responsibilities If you would like to find out more information about this role, please do not hesitate to get in contact with us.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Science or recognised equivalent
• Completion of the CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience as a Pharmacy Technician
• Experience within General Practice or Primary Care Networks
• Experience of medicines management and medicines optimisation
• Medicines reconciliation experience
• Experience of repeat prescribing processes
• Experience working within multidisciplinary healthcare teams
• Experience handling medication-related queries

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Science or recognised equivalent Completion of the CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway Experience Essential Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience as a Pharmacy Technician Experience within General Practice or Primary Care Networks Experience of medicines management and medicines optimisation Medicines reconciliation experience Experience of repeat prescribing processes Experience working within multidisciplinary healthcare teams Experience handling medication-related queries

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Primary Care Careers

Address

Fields Road

Wootton

Bedford

Bedfordshire

MK43 9JJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Primary Care Careers

Address

Fields Road

Wootton

Bedford

Bedfordshire

MK43 9JJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

The Pharmacist Network are a pharmacist led organisation who provide general practices nationally, with the delivery of pharmacist and pharmacy technician services. We pride ourselves on attracting and retaining like-minded individuals who are passionate about patient centred care and we value a culture of positivity, transparency and excellence. There is a wealth of experience and expertise within our current workforce of 250+ Pharmacist and Pharmacy Technicians. Our senior clinical team support the training, development and workflow management of Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians within primary care and PCN settings.

Main duties of the job

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an IP Clinical Pharmacist, to work full time for our partner practice within Salford, this opportunity is available for highly motivated and focused Clinical Pharmacist, who will be responsible for the smooth running of day-to-day activities within general practice, while playing a vital role in providing pharmaceutical care and advice to patients focusing on best practice and adhering to safety guidelines.

About us

The Pharmacist Network is a pharmacist-led organisation providing high-quality pharmacist and pharmacy technician services to general practices nationwide. We are committed to delivering patient-centred care and fostering a culture of positivity, transparency and excellence. Our workforce of over 250 pharmacists and pharmacy technicians is supported by an experienced senior clinical team who facilitate training, development and workflow management across primary care and PCN settings.

Details

Date posted

19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0145-26-0143

Job locations

Great Clowes St

Salford

Manchester

M7 1RD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Role:

As an onsite Clinical Pharmacist, you will confidently act within professional boundaries, supporting and working alongside a team of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.

You will help resolve medication-related queries, work as part of a multidisciplinary team, improve patient outcomes and support the improvement of access to healthcare.

Main duties of the job

• As a clinical pharmacist you will confidently act within professional boundaries, supporting and working alongside a team of pharmacists and GP's.
• Resolve medication-related queries
• Polypharmacy medication reviews and SMRs
• Face to Face medication reviews
• Help to utilise skill mix
• Improve patient outcomes
• Ensure better access to healthcare
• Support practice staff with prescription and medication queries
• Medicine reconciliation and review post-discharge
• Conduct medical related audits and work on service improvement with the practice
• Provide expert advice on medications to other clinicians and patients
• Deliver clinical leadership on medicines optimisation and quality improvement
• Ensure appropriate and efficient use of medication
• Educate patients on medication and disease prevention
• An understanding of QOF, CQC and local incentive scheme workstream
• Create and follow clinical pharmacy programme according to practice policy

Job Requirements:

• A minimum of 12 months experience of working within general practice/primary care
• A relevant degree/qualification to show you are registered Clinical Pharmacist with GPHC registration
• Independent prescribing qualification
• Experience with EMIS or System 1
• Completed the CPPE Primary Care pathway or close to completion
• Able to commute to onsite location / live within close proximity of practice
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits for employees:

• GPhC fees and DBS Applications paid
• 5 weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays (Pro rata as and when required)
• Sick pay (In line with company policy)
• Health & wellbeing programme with the following free services, confidential counselling, digital gym, high street stores discounts
• An established network of over 200 pharmacists nationally and dedicated senior pharmacist support available
• Company equipment e.g. laptop / smartcard reader
• Flexibility
• Pension scheme

The Pharmacist Network are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce, and welcome applications from candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Job description Job responsibilities The Role:As an onsite Clinical Pharmacist, you will confidently act within professional boundaries, supporting and working alongside a team of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.You will help resolve medication-related queries, work as part of a multidisciplinary team, improve patient outcomes and support the improvement of access to healthcare.Main duties of the jobAs a clinical pharmacist you will confidently act within professional boundaries, supporting and working alongside a team of pharmacists and GP's.Resolve medication-related queriesPolypharmacy medication reviews and SMRsFace to Face medication reviewsHelp to utilise skill mixImprove patient outcomesEnsure better access to healthcareSupport practice staff with prescription and medication queriesMedicine reconciliation and review post-dischargeConduct medical related audits and work on service improvement with the practiceProvide expert advice on medications to other clinicians and patientsDeliver clinical leadership on medicines optimisation and quality improvementEnsure appropriate and efficient use of medicationEducate patients on medication and disease preventionAn understanding of QOF, CQC and local incentive scheme workstreamCreate and follow clinical pharmacy programme according to practice policyJob Requirements:A minimum of 12 months experience of working within general practice/primary careA relevant degree/qualification to show you are registered Clinical Pharmacist with GPHC registrationIndependent prescribing qualificationExperience with EMIS or System 1Completed the CPPE Primary Care pathway or close to completionAble to commute to onsite location / live within close proximity of practiceExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsBenefits for employees:GPhC fees and DBS Applications paid5 weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays (Pro rata as and when required)Sick pay (In line with company policy)Health & wellbeing programme with the following free services, confidential counselling, digital gym, high street stores discountsAn established network of over 200 pharmacists nationally and dedicated senior pharmacist support availableCompany equipment e.g. laptop / smartcard readerFlexibilityPension schemeThe Pharmacist Network are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce, and welcome applications from candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• CPPE Pathway
• GPhC Registered
• IP Qualification

Desirable

• DBS

Person Specification Qualifications Essential CPPE Pathway GPhC Registered IP Qualification Desirable DBS

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

The Pharmacist Network

Address

Great Clowes St

Salford

Manchester

M7 1RD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.thepharmacistnetwork.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Pharmacist Network

Address

Great Clowes St

Salford

Manchester

M7 1RD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.thepharmacistnetwork.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you want to make a difference to patient care within a hospital setting?

An opportunity has arisen within the Pharmacy Department at the Basildon site for a motivated and enthusiastic pharmacy technician.

We are looking for a Band 5 Pharmacy Technician dependent on experience, registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council, to join our department. The post holder will actively participate in the delivery of a wide range of pharmacy services including Dispensary services, Medicine Management and Optimisation,

The right applicants will be dedicated, hard working individuals that work well in a team environment as well as under own initiative. Attention to detail and organisational skills are essential.

Main duties of the job

• Communicate drug or medicine related information to patients, relatives and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Assess electronic/paper drug charts
• Communicate with ward staff to ensure timely supply of medicines.
• Transcribe clinically screened items to order.
• To participate in discharge planning with patients, ward staff and other healthcare professionals in secondary and primary care in order to ensure timely discharge and seamless care post discharge.
• Provide advice to patients in written or verbal format to encourage compliance.
• To assess the suitability of patients' own medicines for continued use during their hospital stay.
• Responsible for the ordering of medicines to the wards under their responsibility, adhering to formulary.
• To ensure ward handover to covering Technician in absence.
• Dispensary Services
• Review prescriptions, dispense and safely supply drugs to patients, ensuring all pertinent information is entered into the department's pharmacy stock control system.Perform final accuracy check on dispensed products following completion of the ACT scheme.Contribute to the maintenance of good stock control within the dispensary.Receive, issue and check controlled drugs.

About us

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust

Details

Date posted

19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

10 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

390-GP-CSS-BA-3832

Job locations

Basildon

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you looking for an exciting pharmacy role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Job description Job responsibilities Are you looking for an exciting pharmacy role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you. For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description. We look forward to your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GPHC registration
• BTEC / NVQ level 3 or equivalent in pharmaceutical science

Desirable

• Accredited checking technician qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a team

Desirable

• Hospital pharmacy experience

Person Specification Qualifications Essential GPHC registration BTEC / NVQ level 3 or equivalent in pharmaceutical science Desirable Accredited checking technician qualification Experience Essential Experience working in a team Desirable Hospital pharmacy experience

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Basildon

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Basildon

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Pharmacist to join our PCN Pharmacy Team, which comprises of Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, and a Care Coordinator, supported by a Senior Pharmacist, PCN Clinical Director and wider PCN team. The post will be directly employed by a core practice, but will be expected to work across a number of CWW PCN Practices to help deliver the Primary Care Network DES and local practice priorities.

Working alongside pharmacists and pharmacy technicians within our GP practices and across the wider health system, you will help develop and deliver high-quality pharmacy services across CWW PCN. The postholder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team in a patient-facing role and will collaborate proactively with healthcare professionals across the practices and PCN.

We are particularly keen to hear from pharmacists with primary care experience and those who hold or are working towards an Independent Prescriber (IP) qualification or completion of the CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway. However, we welcome applications from pharmacists of all backgrounds and levels of experience.

*Salary is Whole Time Equivalent (WTE) dependent upon primary care experience*

Main duties of the job

The Clinical Pharmacist will be committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care, building effective working relationships, and contributing positively within a multidisciplinary team.

The postholder will:

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team in a patient-facing role.
• Support the delivery of Primary Care Network Directed Enhanced Service (DES) specifications.
• Undertake structured medication reviews to proactively manage patients with complex polypharmacy.
• Provide expert clinical medicines advice and support to patients and practice teams.
• Contribute to improving prescribing quality and safety across the Primary Care Network.
• Support service improvement and quality assurance through activities such as clinical audit and quality improvement projects.
• Liaise with community pharmacy, secondary care and other healthcare professionals to resolve medication-related issues and improve continuity of care.
• Support the delivery of pharmacy services to care homes, including structured medication reviews where appropriate.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of pharmacy services across the PCN.
• Complete the CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway and Independent Prescribing qualification if not already achieved.

About us

Central and West Warrington PCN is a dynamic team of 7 Practices who have a strong and cohesive relationship:

Causeway Medical Centre

Dallam Lane Medical Centre

Eric Moore Partnership

Folly Lane Medical Centre

Helsby Street Medical Centre

Penketh Health Centre

Westbrook Medical Centre

We are committed to delivering good quality care to our patients.

Our vision is to provide safe, effective and sustainable healthcare for our member practice patient population in partnership with other local healthcare providers.

Training Support

Most roles in our PCN require a training element. Staff partaking in training that meets certain requirements will be required to sign a Training Agreement that outlines associated costs to the training. Staff may be liable for reimbursing those costs to the Practice / PCN if they leave their PCN role before, during or after the training. Further detail will be provided to you if this applies to you and your role

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, highly motivated and proactive pharmacy assistant with excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills to join the cancer pharmacy team at the Horton.

This post would suit somebody with either a hospital pharmacy background, or with community pharmacy experience wishing to make a change into the hospital environment, for which appropriate training will be provided. You must have successfully achieved the relevant units of pharmacy services skills NVQ level 2 (QCF) or an equivalent GPhC accredited training programme. Applications for part-time/flexible working considered..

Did you know that there is an estimated 3 million people living with cancer in the UK, rising to 3.5million by 2025, 4 million by 2030 and 5.3 million by 2040? And on average, someone is diagnosed with cancer every 90 seconds in the UK?

However, it's not all doom and gloom! Average survival is now estimated to be over 10 years from diagnosis (up from average survival time of one year In the 1970s and six years in 2007).

Main duties of the job

Key roles include:

• Work in reception area taking in prescriptions

• Delivery of high-quality pharmacy services for out-patientsand day treatment patients
• Labelling and dispensing prescriptions
• Providing support and ordering medications for patients on oncology and haematology wards following suitable training
• Provide Support to the Cancer Pharmacy Team
• To be aware of and be involved in customer service
• Patient counselling
• Working as part of a team
• Opportunity to work in both ward and dispensary area.

About you:

• You will respond to enquiries and requests from staff, patients and carers and ensure appropriate and accurate information is readily available, and to escalate questions and problems to other members of the pharmacy team when needed. You will be expected to form good working relationships with staff from all the different groups within the Cancer Services and work together as part of a team.

• You should ideally have experience of working as a qualified Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant, using computer systems for dispensing and stock control and have good communication, be well organised and able to use your own initiative.

About us

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. Find out more here www.ouh.nhs.uk

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Job summary

The Pharmacist Network are hiring!

We are seeking a professional, driven Pharmacy Technician to join a forward-thinking Primary Care Network in the Durhamarea.

If you enjoy innovation and collaboration, this could be the next step for you.

Main duties of the job

As a Pharmacy Technician, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the practice. You will provide expert clinical support, advice to patients and promote the safe and effective use of medicines.

An onsite role, you will be joining a team of experienced technicians who will support, collaborate and create a fantastic environment for professional development. This is a chance for you to make a real difference within a primary care environment.

About us

The Pharmacist Network is a pharmacist-led organisation providing high-quality pharmacist and pharmacy technician services to general practices nationwide. We are committed to delivering patient-centred care and fostering a culture of positivity, transparency and excellence. Our workforce of over 250 pharmacists and pharmacy technicians is supported by an experienced senior clinical team who facilitate training, development and workflow management across primary care and PCN settings.

Details

Date posted

19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0145-26-0142

Job locations

Durham West

Durham

Durham

DH7 8NH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Medication Reconciliation of clinical letters and Hospital Discharge Summaries

Medicine Management including prescription screening and processing

Supporting with the Repeat Dispending process

Responding and communicating to patient related medication queries

Coordinating with local pharmacies to manage stock levels and shortages

Medication synchronisation in line with regular repeat prescription

To oversee medication recall processes, ensuring timely responses and compliance. (e.g BP, blood tests, annual reviews)

Doac Monitoring

Prescribing audits in house, plus those associated with CQC/QOF or local incentive schemes as set by the Prescribing Team/ICB (training can be provided)

High Risk Drug monitoring,

Reviewing existing and new Shared Care Protocols and acting on them appropriately

To action medicines safety alerts from CAS/MHRA/ICB

To complete Level 1 and 2 Medication reviews (training can be given)

Assisting with Pre-SMR (Structure Medication Review) Screening (training can be given)

Create and run reports within the practice clinical systems to identify/stratify patients for review

Qualifications, skills and experience:

Please note, applications that do not have the essential requirements will not be considered.

Essential Requirements:

A professional registration with GPhC

A minimum of 6-12 months experience working in a general practice/primary care setting

The completion of the CPPE Primary Care Pathway with proven certification OR to be actively enrolled

Proficient experience with SystemOne, some training can be provided.

Desirable skills and experience:

A strong understanding of medicine management, dispensing processes and patient safety protocols

Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with patients, colleagues and external partners

The ability to adapt to pressure and a busy working environment

Workload management being a self-starter, knowing how to prioritise effectively

A commitment to patient care and professional standards

Why Apply?

Not only will you be working in an inclusive, forward-thinking PCN, but you will also be a part of a strong network of Pharmacists and Technicians within The Pharmacist Network. Our ever-growing network provides continuous support, creating an environment of inclusivity.

We pride ourselves on ensuring that outstanding performance does not go unnoticed. Opportunities for progression are consistently available, whether thats moving into leadership or expanding your clinical knowledge further.

Benefits:

Professional GPhC fees and DBS applications paid

Competitive salary with opportunities for progression

5 weeks of annual leave PLUS bank holidays (Pro rata as and when required)

Access to mentorship and guidance from experienced colleagues

Health & wellbeing programme with the following free services, confidential counselling, digital gym, high street stores discounts

Company equipment e.g. laptop / smartcard reader

In-house lunchtime training and drop-in-sessions on specific topics e.g. ADHD share care agreements, Hypertension management and sharing good practice

Company Pension scheme

Automatic Associateship with MORPh

Job description Job responsibilities Key Responsibilities: Medication Reconciliation of clinical letters and Hospital Discharge Summaries Medicine Management including prescription screening and processing Supporting with the Repeat Dispending process Responding and communicating to patient related medication queries Coordinating with local pharmacies to manage stock levels and shortages Medication synchronisation in line with regular repeat prescription To oversee medication recall processes, ensuring timely responses and compliance. (e.g BP, blood tests, annual reviews) Doac Monitoring Prescribing audits in house, plus those associated with CQC/QOF or local incentive schemes as set by the Prescribing Team/ICB (training can be provided) High Risk Drug monitoring, Reviewing existing and new Shared Care Protocols and acting on them appropriately To action medicines safety alerts from CAS/MHRA/ICB To complete Level 1 and 2 Medication reviews (training can be given) Assisting with Pre-SMR (Structure Medication Review) Screening (training can be given) Create and run reports within the practice clinical systems to identify/stratify patients for reviewQualifications, skills and experience:Please note, applications that do not have the essential requirements will not be considered.Essential Requirements: A professional registration with GPhC A minimum of 6-12 months experience working in a general practice/primary care setting The completion of the CPPE Primary Care Pathway with proven certification OR to be actively enrolled Proficient experience with SystemOne, some training can be provided. Desirable skills and experience: A strong understanding of medicine management, dispensing processes and patient safety protocols Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with patients, colleagues and external partners The ability to adapt to pressure and a busy working environment Workload management being a self-starter, knowing how to prioritise effectively A commitment to patient care and professional standardsWhy Apply?Not only will you be working in an inclusive, forward-thinking PCN, but you will also be a part of a strong network of Pharmacists and Technicians within The Pharmacist Network. Our ever-growing network provides continuous support, creating an environment of inclusivity.We pride ourselves on ensuring that outstanding performance does not go unnoticed. Opportunities for progression are consistently available, whether thats moving into leadership or expanding your clinical knowledge further. Benefits: Professional GPhC fees and DBS applications paid Competitive salary with opportunities for progression 5 weeks of annual leave PLUS bank holidays (Pro rata as and when required) Access to mentorship and guidance from experienced colleagues Health & wellbeing programme with the following free services, confidential counselling, digital gym, high street stores discounts Company equipment e.g. laptop / smartcard reader In-house lunchtime training and drop-in-sessions on specific topics e.g. ADHD share care agreements, Hypertension management and sharing good practice Company Pension scheme Automatic Associateship with MORPh

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GPhC Registrated
• CPPE Pathway

Desirable

• DBS

Person Specification Qualifications Essential GPhC Registrated CPPE Pathway Desirable DBS

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

The Pharmacist Network

Address

Durham West

Durham

Durham

DH7 8NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.thepharmacistnetwork.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Pharmacist Network

Address

Durham West

Durham

Durham

DH7 8NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.thepharmacistnetwork.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Pharmacy Assistant Bristol Hospital | Pharmacy | Permanent | Full Time Up to £26,250 per annum, depending on skills and experience. 37.5 hours per week Build a brighter future while you're helping us build a healthier nation. At Nuffield Health, our approach is to fully integrate medicines into a personalised pathway of patient care. That means you'll benefit from a way of working that allows you to do the best job you can. It's everything you need to grow your career. It starts with you.

Main duties of the job

As our Pharmacy Assistant, you will: Help monitor and maintain stock levels within the Pharmacy department Assist in the procurement of pharmaceutical stock for pharmacy and other departments using appropriate electronic systems Support the pharmacist in dispensing controlled drugs To participate in stock takes within the pharmacy department quarterly To date check as required To provide general administrative support to the department To help with general dispensing as required

About us

Bristol Hospital Situated in the beautiful village of Clifton, Nuffield Health Bristol Hospital - The Chesterfield, has a long and distinguished history of looking after the people of Bristol. With the latest equipment, and designed to meet the needs of all of our patients, we are constantly developing our services to ensure our patients receive the finest quality treatment. A 30 private bed hospital which houses 3 digital theatres and combines leading-edge clinical facilities with an outstanding customer experience

Job summary

Are you looking a for a challenge ? are you enthusiastic? then this is the job for you. The Pharmacy Department at East Kent NHS Foundation Trust are looking for the right candidate to join our Pharmacy Dispensary team at The William Harvey Hospital

You will be based within the pharmacy dispensary and further training will be given in all aspects of hospital dispensary services.

Any successful applicant for the above post will also be expected to participate in flexible working which will include weekend, late duty and bank holiday rotas.

Minimum of 2 years dispensing experience, working in hospital or retail pharmacy

PLEASE NOTE - WE CANNOT OFFER VISA SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE.If you hold a Graduate/Post Study work visa, you will only be able to work this role until the expiry date of your visa.

Main duties of the job

Main Duties of the Job Include:

• To support the section managers in the delivery of a comprehensive service to East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust.
• To assist in the provision of a safe, efficient and effective pharmaceutical service, with particular emphasis on the dispensing of in-patient and out-patient prescriptions and discharge summaries to wards and departments within the Trust.

About us

The organisation is currently launching its new improvement focus in the form of an improvement system called We Care.

The We Care System utilises a multi-layered approach to improvement allowing staff to develop and produce a variety of ideas to combat the issues and problems that have been identified. The system allows for the deployment of:

• Strategic Initiatives which are long term projects and focus led and driven by our executive
• Trust Priority Improvement Projects which are short term projects allocated to a range of project teams made up from our staff groups focusing on impacting our True North metrics and breakthrough objectives
• Ward Based OMS which delivers daily management and continuous improvement on the frontline

Job summary

We are expanding The Spa Surgery Pharmacy Team and are looking for enthusiastic and highly motivated individuals to join our friendly, high achieving practice in central Harrogate, working alongside our multidisciplinary team delivering the best care possible to our patients.

This is an excellent training opportunity for you to join us as a Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician (PTPT). You will work with the Pharmacy Teams within our Practice and at Cohen's Community Pharmacy on the ground floor of the Medical Centre. This will be an excellent cross-sector learning experience working across both environments to truly learn the pathway of patients from consultation and prescribing of medicines to their supply and counselling on them.

We care for individuals across a wide range of settings including specialist homes for people with learning disabilities and long-term mental health conditions, nursing and residential homes. We are local leaders in the care of homeless people, providing a healthcare service to Springboard, a local day centre for homeless people. We work in a supportive environment with daily huddles.

As a PTPT you will work alongside our Pharmacy Team which includes Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians and Care Navigators as well as the wider Practice clinical and administrative teams which include GPs, Nurses, TNAs, HCAs, Physiotherapists, Mental Health Practitioners and Social Prescribers.

Main duties of the job

The principles of the training post include:

To study for one day a week or equivalent on the Pre-Registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician (PTPT) training programme over a two-year duration and complete the Level 3 PTPT Apprenticeship

To complete rotations in Community Pharmacy for a period of training delivered weekly under the supervision of Pharmacy staff, including: dispensing, checking, and issuing medicines, counselling patients on how to use their medicines, stock management, reconciliation of medicines, Over the Counter (OTC) sales for minor ailments, medicines review, and enhanced services e.g. stop smoking services.

To complete rotations in General Practice for a period of training as defined in the training plan; delivered weekly under the supervision of a Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician, including: -Responding to prescription requests, reviewing hospital letters and reconciling medication against current medications, highlighting any discrepancies. Completing audits.

To gain knowledge of diseases, basic treatments and the actions and uses of drugs.

To answer basic pharmaceutical queries under supervision.To learn about and contribute to safe patient care in all workplaces.

To learn about and contribute to safe patient care in all workplaces.

To support team values to ensure the maintenance of the highest professional standards.

About us

The Spa Surgery is a friendly and diverse team which is part of the Mowbray Square PCN based in central Harrogate. We work from a well equipped, purpose-built medical centre with a wide range of facilities.

We care for individuals across a wide range of settings including specialist homes for people with learning disabilities and long-term mental health conditions, nursing and residential homes. We are local leaders in the care of homeless people, providing a healthcare service to Springboard, a local day centre for homeless people. We work in a supportive environment with daily huddles each morning

We are an award-winning teaching practice, hosting learning placements for undergraduate medical students, junior doctors, student nurses and apprentices and there will be opportunities to develop teaching skills.

We have a strong and supportive work ethic with practice daily huddles as well as weekly team huddles. There are regular protected learning time events as well as team building, fundraising and social catch ups.

We offer benefits including a Health cash plan, Employee assistance programme, access to the childcare voucher scheme and a cycle to work scheme. There are shower and changing facilities.

The town has excellent schools and easy access to the beautiful North Yorkshire Dales, Knaresborough, York and Leeds. See our website for more information on our primary health care team and services www.thespasurgery.co.uk

Details

Date posted

19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£19,553 to £24,785 a year Dependent on NMW reference points and experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

2 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A1412-26-0002

Job locations

Mowbray Square Medical Centre

Harrogate

HG1 5AR

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose

Under the support and guidance of Pharmacy and Practice staff, and through a structured rotational training program with Community Pharmacy and General Practice the post holder will:

develop the knowledge, skills and competencies to achieve a General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) - accredited course or approved qualification within the Pharmacy Technician apprenticeship pathway, to support registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council

complete the required competencies in the workplace to achieve the PTPT apprenticeship and will complete the learning organised by the training provider using agreed weekly study day/session(s) and study in personal time.

ensure knowledge, attitudes and behaviour follow the General Pharmaceutical Councils Standards for Pharmacy Professionals during the two-year training programme in order that they can seek a declaration of competence from supervising pharmacy professional in all sectors, as required for registration.

Key responsibilities

To study for one day a week or equivalent to achieve the Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician training programme over a two-year duration and complete the PTPT apprenticeship.

To complete rotations in Community Pharmacy for a period of training delivered weekly under the supervision of Pharmacy staff, including dispensing, checking, and issuing medicines, counselling patients on how to use their medicines, stock management, reconciliation of medicines, Over the Counter (OTC) sales for minor ailments, medicines review, and enhanced services e.g., stop smoking services.

To complete rotations in General Practice for a period of training as defined in the training plan; delivered weekly or in a block responding to a prescription requests, reviewing hospital discharge/clinical letters and reconciling medication against current medications highlighting discrepancies under the supervision of the Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician, completing audits under the supervision of a Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician.

To gain knowledge of diseases, basic treatments and the actions and uses of drugs.

To answer basic pharmaceutical queries under supervision.

To learn about and contribute to the objectives for safe patient care in all workplaces.

To support team values to ensure the maintenance of the highest professional standards.

General Practice Responsibilities

To always work under the supervision of the Pharmacy professional and liaison with other Practice staff.

To always follow all workplace Standard Operating Procedures.

To learn about Medicines Optimisation and how Pharmacy Technicians contribute to General Practice. This will involve working in General Practice in a patient facing role and with telephone contact.

To use the surgery computer system to record information & consultations, run searches and send tasks to other healthcare professionals.

To respond to prescription requests from community patients, nursing/care home staff, pharmacy staff and GPs, processing them with 48 hours for routine prescriptions and same day for urgent prescriptions. This can include re-routing prescriptions to out of hours pharmacies for same day delivery.

To learn about and be involved with the use of practice templates to record patient monitoring for high-risk drugs.

To learn about and be involved in monitoring blood tests, recalls and reviews using established protocols and involvement of the appropriate clinician.

To review hospital discharge notifications / clinical letters and reconcile medication against current medications, highlighting discrepancies to the pharmacist/ designated GP under supervision.

To help support practice prescribing budgets by on-going monitoring, audit and analysis of drug use and support practices in reviewing, developing and enhancing cost-effective prescribing. This includes staying aware of latest prescribing improvement targets.

To assist pharmacists / clinical staff help with annual medication reviews e.g., Asthma assisting with information to ensure prescribing of most cost-effective formulary product and observing patients have good inhaler technique under supervision.

Conduct regular audits on medicines storage ensuring local and national guidelines are adhered to and issues are reported to the appropriate manager.

To ensure medicines in the surgery are checked and out of date stock is identified and disposed of in an appropriate and timely manner and disposed of according to SOPs.

To utilise resources to promote the reduction of medicines waste.

To conduct face to face & telephone interventions (as outlined by the pharmacist) with patients and ensure consultations are recorded and reported to the pharmacist or designated GP.

To complete prescribing audits to monitor and analyse individual practice / primary care network prescribing performance and trends against local and national targets, presenting information and data and identifying priority areas for action.

To support prescribing clerks by helping with queries relating to prescription requests.

To look for ways to improve efficiency and safety of the prescription ordering process, ensuring queries are resolved and scripts issued in line with timeframe in the practice procedure working with the practice pharmacist.

To participate in practice clinical meetings, patient participation groups and other meetings to improve engagement of the role of the Pharmacy Technician within the GP model and to promote issues relevant to prescribing and medicines optimisation.

To support the pharmacist in implementing drug withdrawals and alerts e.g., MHRA alerts and medicine shortages.

To inspire the patient population with seasonal health information campaigns, creating displays throughout the year e.g., Stop Smoking, Antibiotic Awareness, annual Flu campaign.

To promote digital solutions including Patient Access, NHS App, Electronic Repeat Dispensing to patients and practice staff as required by Practice Manager.

To liaise with the Medicines in Care Home pharmacist to shadow their role and understand the role of pharmacists / pharmacy technicians including medication reconciliation and providing support and advice to Care Homes.

Community Pharmacy Responsibilities

To work under the supervision of the Supervising Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician at all times.

To follow all workplace Standard Operating Procedures at all times.

To learn about Medicines Optimisation and how Pharmacy Technicians contribute to Community Pharmacy services. This will involve a patient-facing role.

To assist the Pharmacist in retrieving electronic prescriptions (EPS) as per SOPs.

To receive prescriptions and ensure they are legal and valid and advise patients on completing the declaration.

To use the Pharmacy computer system to record Patient Medication Records and create labels.

To dispense prescriptions including FP10s & Private Prescriptions and monitored dosage systems (MDS) and confirm accuracy as per community / dispensing pharmacy SOPs.

To issue prescriptions and counsel patients on how to use their medicines.

To dispose of returned and unwanted medication as per SOPs.

To record controlled drugs in the controlled drugs register and conduct controlled drug balance checks as per SOPs.

To order, receive, store, and maintain stock as per SOPs.

To support the community pharmacist with medicines reconciliation in accordance with protocols, highlighting discrepancies to ensure patients medication records are up to date and liaising with general practice to ensure the correct medicines are continued following transfer of care.

To complete OTC sales and recommendations for common minor ailments under the supervision of a Pharmacist / trained Pharmacy staff.

To support the Pharmacist to complete Medication Use Reviews (MURs), New Medicines Service (NMS) and Community Pharmacist Consultation Service (CPCS)

To support the Pharmacist to complete commissioned enhanced services e.g., stop smoking services, under the supervision of Pharmacy Staff.

To liaise with General Practice regarding prescription issues.

Other duties:

To document errors and support process review and improvement to reduce internal and external error rates in accordance with clinical governance guidelines.

To take responsibility for specific areas of work or projects as may be agreed from time to time including contributing towards team goals and objectives.

It is expected that the post-holder will divide their annual leave entitlement equally (as reasonable) between the sectors.

To undertake all duties as required by the supervising pharmacy professional appropriate to the grade and relevance to the post.

Research & Audit:

To assist Pharmacy Technicians & General Practice Pharmacists in the completion of audits as required.

Training & Development:

To study using online resources one day each week (or equivalent).

To commit to study at home where necessary.

To complete mandatory training and other statutory training at all workplaces.

To complete local competency-based assessments where necessary.

To ensure that you meet the minimum number of hours work based experience, as stated by the General Pharmaceutical Council, to enable you to register as a qualified Pharmacy Technician.

Job description Job responsibilities Job PurposeUnder the support and guidance of Pharmacy and Practice staff, and through a structured rotational training program with Community Pharmacy and General Practice the post holder will: develop the knowledge, skills and competencies to achieve a General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) - accredited course or approved qualification within the Pharmacy Technician apprenticeship pathway, to support registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council complete the required competencies in the workplace to achieve the PTPT apprenticeship and will complete the learning organised by the training provider using agreed weekly study day/session(s) and study in personal time. ensure knowledge, attitudes and behaviour follow the General Pharmaceutical Councils Standards for Pharmacy Professionals during the two-year training programme in order that they can seek a declaration of competence from supervising pharmacy professional in all sectors, as required for registration.Key responsibilities To study for one day a week or equivalent to achieve the Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician training programme over a two-year duration and complete the PTPT apprenticeship. To complete rotations in Community Pharmacy for a period of training delivered weekly under the supervision of Pharmacy staff, including dispensing, checking, and issuing medicines, counselling patients on how to use their medicines, stock management, reconciliation of medicines, Over the Counter (OTC) sales for minor ailments, medicines review, and enhanced services e.g., stop smoking services. To complete rotations in General Practice for a period of training as defined in the training plan; delivered weekly or in a block responding to a prescription requests, reviewing hospital discharge/clinical letters and reconciling medication against current medications highlighting discrepancies under the supervision of the Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician, completing audits under the supervision of a Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician. To gain knowledge of diseases, basic treatments and the actions and uses of drugs. To answer basic pharmaceutical queries under supervision. To learn about and contribute to the objectives for safe patient care in all workplaces. To support team values to ensure the maintenance of the highest professional standards.General Practice Responsibilities To always work under the supervision of the Pharmacy professional and liaison with other Practice staff. To always follow all workplace Standard Operating Procedures. To learn about Medicines Optimisation and how Pharmacy Technicians contribute to General Practice. This will involve working in General Practice in a patient facing role and with telephone contact. To use the surgery computer system to record information & consultations, run searches and send tasks to other healthcare professionals. To respond to prescription requests from community patients, nursing/care home staff, pharmacy staff and GPs, processing them with 48 hours for routine prescriptions and same day for urgent prescriptions. This can include re-routing prescriptions to out of hours pharmacies for same day delivery. To learn about and be involved with the use of practice templates to record patient monitoring for high-risk drugs. To learn about and be involved in monitoring blood tests, recalls and reviews using established protocols and involvement of the appropriate clinician. To review hospital discharge notifications / clinical letters and reconcile medication against current medications, highlighting discrepancies to the pharmacist/ designated GP under supervision. To help support practice prescribing budgets by on-going monitoring, audit and analysis of drug use and support practices in reviewing, developing and enhancing cost-effective prescribing. This includes staying aware of latest prescribing improvement targets. To assist pharmacists / clinical staff help with annual medication reviews e.g., Asthma assisting with information to ensure prescribing of most cost-effective formulary product and observing patients have good inhaler technique under supervision. Conduct regular audits on medicines storage ensuring local and national guidelines are adhered to and issues are reported to the appropriate manager. To ensure medicines in the surgery are checked and out of date stock is identified and disposed of in an appropriate and timely manner and disposed of according to SOPs. To utilise resources to promote the reduction of medicines waste. To conduct face to face & telephone interventions (as outlined by the pharmacist) with patients and ensure consultations are recorded and reported to the pharmacist or designated GP. To complete prescribing audits to monitor and analyse individual practice / primary care network prescribing performance and trends against local and national targets, presenting information and data and identifying priority areas for action. To support prescribing clerks by helping with queries relating to prescription requests. To look for ways to improve efficiency and safety of the prescription ordering process, ensuring queries are resolved and scripts issued in line with timeframe in the practice procedure working with the practice pharmacist. To participate in practice clinical meetings, patient participation groups and other meetings to improve engagement of the role of the Pharmacy Technician within the GP model and to promote issues relevant to prescribing and medicines optimisation. To support the pharmacist in implementing drug withdrawals and alerts e.g., MHRA alerts and medicine shortages. To inspire the patient population with seasonal health information campaigns, creating displays throughout the year e.g., Stop Smoking, Antibiotic Awareness, annual Flu campaign. To promote digital solutions including Patient Access, NHS App, Electronic Repeat Dispensing to patients and practice staff as required by Practice Manager. To liaise with the Medicines in Care Home pharmacist to shadow their role and understand the role of pharmacists / pharmacy technicians including medication reconciliation and providing support and advice to Care Homes.Community Pharmacy Responsibilities To work under the supervision of the Supervising Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician at all times. To follow all workplace Standard Operating Procedures at all times.To learn about Medicines Optimisation and how Pharmacy Technicians contribute to Community Pharmacy services. This will involve a patient-facing role. To assist the Pharmacist in retrieving electronic prescriptions (EPS) as per SOPs. To receive prescriptions and ensure they are legal and valid and advise patients on completing the declaration. To use the Pharmacy computer system to record Patient Medication Records and create labels. To dispense prescriptions including FP10s & Private Prescriptions and monitored dosage systems (MDS) and confirm accuracy as per community / dispensing pharmacy SOPs. To issue prescriptions and counsel patients on how to use their medicines. To dispose of returned and unwanted medication as per SOPs. To record controlled drugs in the controlled drugs register and conduct controlled drug balance checks as per SOPs. To order, receive, store, and maintain stock as per SOPs. To support the community pharmacist with medicines reconciliation in accordance with protocols, highlighting discrepancies to ensure patients medication records are up to date and liaising with general practice to ensure the correct medicines are continued following transfer of care. To complete OTC sales and recommendations for common minor ailments under the supervision of a Pharmacist / trained Pharmacy staff. To support the Pharmacist to complete Medication Use Reviews (MURs), New Medicines Service (NMS) and Community Pharmacist Consultation Service (CPCS) To support the Pharmacist to complete commissioned enhanced services e.g., stop smoking services, under the supervision of Pharmacy Staff. To liaise with General Practice regarding prescription issues.Other duties: To document errors and support process review and improvement to reduce internal and external error rates in accordance with clinical governance guidelines. To take responsibility for specific areas of work or projects as may be agreed from time to time including contributing towards team goals and objectives. It is expected that the post-holder will divide their annual leave entitlement equally (as reasonable) between the sectors. To undertake all duties as required by the supervising pharmacy professional appropriate to the grade and relevance to the post.Research & Audit: To assist Pharmacy Technicians & General Practice Pharmacists in the completion of audits as required.Training & Development: To study using online resources one day each week (or equivalent). To commit to study at home where necessary. To complete mandatory training and other statutory training at all workplaces. To complete local competency-based assessments where necessary. To ensure that you meet the minimum number of hours work based experience, as stated by the General Pharmaceutical Council, to enable you to register as a qualified Pharmacy Technician.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work with attention to detail and accuracy
• Competent user of Microsoft Office software
• Good communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal)
• Good team working skills
• Good numeracy skills
• Ability to work to deadlines in a high-pressure environment
• Ability to work to complete college/training provider deadlines

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Professional attitude, conscientious with the ability to empathise
• Self-motivated with commitment to the training
• Ability to complete the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)-accredited course/recognised qualification or apprenticeship pathway with Training Provider
• Able to work well as part of a team
• Approachable
• Tactful and diplomatic
• Flexible and adaptable
• Good communicator
• Trustworthy and reliable
• Empathetic

Qualifications

Essential

• You will require FOUR GCSE (or equivalent) passes
• (Grade A*-C / Level 9-4) in the following subjects:
• Mathematics
• English Language
• Science
• One other

Desirable

• NVQ In Pharmacy Service Skills Level 2

Experience

Desirable

• Previous experience in a dispensary in community or hospital or have experience of working in general practice.
• Customer service skills
• Use of SystmOne or other clinical system

Other Requirements

Essential

• Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
• Successful Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
• To maintain confidentiality at all times

Desirable

• Full UK driving licence

Person Specification Skills Essential Ability to work with attention to detail and accuracy Competent user of Microsoft Office software Good communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal) Good team working skills Good numeracy skills Ability to work to deadlines in a high-pressure environment Ability to work to complete college/training provider deadlines Personal Qualities Essential Professional attitude, conscientious with the ability to empathise Self-motivated with commitment to the training Ability to complete the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)-accredited course/recognised qualification or apprenticeship pathway with Training Provider Able to work well as part of a team Approachable Tactful and diplomatic Flexible and adaptable Good communicator Trustworthy and reliable Empathetic Qualifications Essential You will require FOUR GCSE (or equivalent) passes (Grade A*-C / Level 9-4) in the following subjects: Mathematics English Language Science One other Desirable NVQ In Pharmacy Service Skills Level 2 Experience Desirable Previous experience in a dispensary in community or hospital or have experience of working in general practice. Customer service skills Use of SystmOne or other clinical system Other Requirements Essential Flexibility to work outside of core office hours Successful Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check To maintain confidentiality at all times Desirable Full UK driving licence

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.

Employer details

Employer name

The Spa Surgery

Address

Mowbray Square Medical Centre

Harrogate

HG1 5AR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.thespasurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Spa Surgery

Address

Mowbray Square Medical Centre

Harrogate

HG1 5AR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.thespasurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Hillton Primary Care Network in Bedford are seeking an enthusiastic clinical pharmacist, to work across the practices within the PCN on a 12 month maternity contract. This role is offered on a full-time basis for 37.5 hours per week and will commence in January 2027. You will play a full and active role within the PCN multidisciplinary team. This role is pivotal to improving the quality of care and operational efficiencies so require motivation and passion to deliver an excellent service within general practice. Training on local services will be provided.

You will provide care, delivered autonomously but from within a supportive clinical team, working within their clinical competencies as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide expertise.

Main duties of the job

• Clinical medicines management.
• Provide face to face/remote structured medication reviews.
• Manage long term conditions ensuring medicines optimisation, review of monitoring needs.
• Management of medicines on transfer of care and systems for safer prescribing.
• Manage prescription requests including authorisations and reauthorisations.
• Medicines safety and quality improvement, incorporating the use of national tools.
• Ensure both the public health and social care needs of patients within the GP practices.

About us

Serving approximately 33,000 patients, across Ampthill and Barton-Le-Clay, Hillton PCN strives to develop collaborative working across the three member practices, aiming to support and strengthen the delivery of primary care services in line with the NHS long-term plan. We aim to achieve high standards of patient-centred care as identified for the specific needs of our population, whilst working to support a resilient and appropriately trained workforce. We operate SystmOne clinical system with a good history of QOF achievement and a CQC rating of "good" across all domains. We currently have a paramedic, three clinical pharmacists, a care coordinator, a social prescriber, two first contact physiotherapists and a primary care network manager. We are also recruiting for further roles to support the future of the network.

Job summary

Would you like a challenge, Would you like to have a role where you feel you can make a difference every day? We have a Fixed Term vacancy (to cover maternity leave) for a band 4 to 5 progression Clinical Pharmacy Technician to work within Surgery and Critical Care at Queen Elizabeth Queen Mother Hospital, Margate.

This is a fast paced but varied exciting environment, and your clinical knowledge is constantly developed to provide a patient focused medicines management service. You will be working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, where the goal is to ensure we provide an excellent service to our patients, with their safety and well-being at the forefront of everything we do. The role will involve regular teaching to other clinicians and healthcare professionals working in Surgery and Critical Care.

The band 4 to 5 progression post is suitable for pharmacy technicians looking to work in Surgery and Critical Care; newly qualified pharmacy technicians or community pharmacy technician looking to start their hospital career.

To progress to the band 5, the successful applicant would need to successfully complete the in-house progression policy.

Please contact the lead recruiter for further details regarding the role and progression.

Main duties of the job

Completing detailed medication histories using a multitude of sources in order to reconcile with current inpatient medications and make interventions where appropriate.

To counsel patients on new or changed medications to help promote compliance

To aid Doctors and nurses with medication queries

To evaluate the suitability of patients, own medications for use whilst in the hospital setting

To participate in the discharge planning of patients with ward staff and other healthcare professionals both in secondary and primary care.

Accuracy checking of dispensed items in our main hospital dispensary or satellite pharmacy within the acute medicines unit

To carry out audits on the department to ensure procedures are being followed

About us

Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 695,000 people.Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'.We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.

Details

Date posted

19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £39,043 a year pro rata per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

344-1294DBH

Job locations

Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital

St Peters Road, Margate, Kent

Margate

CT9 4AN

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• BTECH level 3 in Pharmaceutical science
• NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Service Skills (pre 2022) or equivalent
• Registrationwith the General Pharmaceutical Council.
• Accredited forfinal accuracy checking of prescriptions
• Medicines management accreditation or national equivalent
• Evidence of CPD

Desirable

• Educational supervisor qualification (Propharmace or equivalent)
• Supervising and training others

Clinical skills and experience

Essential

• Can demonstrate knowledge of commonly used medicines
• Experience of counselling patients on medication.

Desirable

• Use of electronic pharmacy systems such as CMM
• Use of electronic prescribing systems such as sunrise

Personal/professional attributes

Essential

• Good communication skills, verbal, written and electronic.
• Negotiation skills Effective team player
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good analytical skills - able to access and abstract data from relevant and sometimes complex sources
• Able to appraise options and make clear decisions
• IT skills in word processing, database and spreadsheet packages
• Able towork from written procedures
• Ability to work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Use of initiative and pro-active

Desirable

• Experience of training staff and giving feedback.
• Good presentation skills

Governance

Essential

• Experience of participating in audits

Desirable

• Experience of writing action plans

Other requirements

Essential

• To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's Vision, Mission and Values
• To be aware of and adhere to the GPhC' standards for pharmacy professionals
• Able to work weekends, late nights and bank holidays

Desirable

• Member of APTUK

Person Specification Qualifications and training Essential BTECH level 3 in Pharmaceutical science NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Service Skills (pre 2022) or equivalent Registrationwith the General Pharmaceutical Council. Accredited forfinal accuracy checking of prescriptions Medicines management accreditation or national equivalent Evidence of CPD Desirable Educational supervisor qualification (Propharmace or equivalent) Supervising and training others Clinical skills and experience Essential Can demonstrate knowledge of commonly used medicines Experience of counselling patients on medication. Desirable Use of electronic pharmacy systems such as CMM Use of electronic prescribing systems such as sunrise Personal/professional attributes Essential Good communication skills, verbal, written and electronic. Negotiation skills Effective team player Good interpersonal skills Good analytical skills - able to access and abstract data from relevant and sometimes complex sources Able to appraise options and make clear decisions IT skills in word processing, database and spreadsheet packages Able towork from written procedures Ability to work under pressure Attention to detail Use of initiative and pro-active Desirable Experience of training staff and giving feedback. Good presentation skills Governance Essential Experience of participating in audits Desirable Experience of writing action plans Other requirements Essential To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's Vision, Mission and Values To be aware of and adhere to the GPhC' standards for pharmacy professionals Able to work weekends, late nights and bank holidays Desirable Member of APTUK

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).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital

St Peters Road, Margate, Kent

Margate

CT9 4AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital

St Peters Road, Margate, Kent

Margate

CT9 4AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacist to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Full Sutton, a category A men's Prison located in Full Sutton, York.

This site is located in a rural location with their own parking on site, an on-site gym, caf, team building days and well-being events annually, regular 1-1's and good scope to develop.

Hours

37.5 hours working Monday - Friday 9-5. No weekends.

Salary

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £57,955 per annum - 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

Support from the wider team

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

Main duties of the job

As a Pharmacist, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Provide expert clinical advice on medicines and poly-pharmacy in line with expected standards, ensuring that safe, modern, medicines management and medicines optimisation service are provided to patients.
• Deliver an integrated, safe, legal and high quality prison pharmacy service, which will be part of a comprehensive healthcare package based on the prison population needs.
• Inspire positive and aspirational leadership to the team of pharmacy technicians and the wider healthcare team in order to create and maintain a good working environment and facilitate staff retention.
• Promote good practice in all prescribing decisions to develop and implement improved medicines management understanding throughout the prison healthcare team.
• Share information relating to pharmaceutical products, medicines management, medicines optimisation, medicines legislation and general health education

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

Qualifications required

• GPhC registered Pharmacist.
• Management and leadership experience (desirable).
• Procurement and audit experience (desirable).
• Vocational Masters Degree in Pharmacy including pre-registration training
• Experience developing effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Part-time Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Wealstun, a category C Prison located in near Wetherby, Yorkshire.

HMP Wealstun is a male prison that focuses on training and education. The pharmacy has it's own dispensary and consists of a full team of around 15 staff both permanent and bank.

Hours

32 hours a week, working 4 days. Weekend and bank holiday working included on a rota basis. At present it is 1 weekend a month (both days) however these can be worked together or spread across the month.

Salary

This position is part time, youll receive an annual salary up to £35,548.16 per annum, 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

Support from the wider team

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.

Main duties of the job

As a Pharmacy Technician, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Provide outstanding quality based patient centred care to our patients seeking out, listening to and acting on their feedback so that care is personalised and informed by what matters to them.
• Focussing on providing a safe and secure medicines management service, ensuring patient medical records are maintained to the agreed standard at all times and ensuring standard operating procedures are followed to a high and orderly standard.
• Deliver non-judgemental care within the scope of professional standards. Involving anything from the timely administration of medicines through to analysing cost effective prescribing as defined through our unique health in justice medicines policy.
• You will make a real difference by working as a key member of a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients and each other as they would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

• NVQ Level 3, or above, BTEC or equivalent
• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Up to date with Continual Professional Development (CPD)
• Relevant post-qualification pharmacy experience
• General GCSE education or equivalent
• Able to work unsupervised whilst following policy and procedures

Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Job summary

About the Role

Overdale Medical Practice is seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and patient-focused Pharmacy Technician to join our friendly and forward-thinking practice team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified Pharmacy Technician to play a key role in supporting safe, effective and high-quality prescribing across the practice. Working closely with our GPs, clinical pharmacists, nurses and administrative teams, you will help optimise medicines use, improve patient outcomes and support the delivery of high-quality primary care services.

We are a stable, high-performing practice with a strong emphasis on teamwork, innovation and staff wellbeing. We are committed to developing our workforce and value the unique skills Pharmacy Technicians bring to modern general practice.

Why Work at Overdale?

• Supportive and approachable clinical and leadership team.

• Friendly multidisciplinary working environment.

• Strong emphasis on clinician wellbeing and sustainable workload.

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

• Protected learning and training opportunities.

• Modern, forward-thinking practice committed to innovation and service improvement.

• Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to patient care and medicines optimisation.

• Collaborative working with GPs, pharmacists, nurses, care coordinators and administrative teams.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Practice Pharmacists and GPs, supporting medicines management and prescribing across the practice.

Key responsibilities include:

• Undertake structured medication reviews in line with practice protocols and national guidance.
• Support medicines reconciliation following hospital discharge and outpatient appointments.
• Process prescription requests within agreed protocols and support medication monitoring and recall systems.
• Identify patients requiring medication reviews and ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Promote safe, effective and cost-effective prescribing.
• Liaise with community pharmacies, secondary care and other healthcare professionals regarding medication queries.
• Review prescribing alerts and safety updates and support medicines-related audits and quality improvement.
• Support the management and monitoring of high-risk medicines.
• Respond to patient medication queries and provide advice within competence.
• Help patients understand their medicines and treatment plans, promote adherence and address barriers to treatment.
• Identify opportunities to improve medicines safety and optimisation, escalating clinical concerns to pharmacists or GPs.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and support prescribing and monitoring data quality.
• Work in accordance with practice policies, NHS guidance and professional standards.
• Participate in practice meetings, training and continuing professional development.

About us

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who is proactive, organised and passionate about delivering high-quality patient care. The ideal candidate will enjoy working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and will be committed to improving the safe and effective use of medicines across the practice.

They will be adaptable, solution-focused and keen to contribute to ongoing service development as primary care continues to evolve.

About Overdale Medical Practice

Overdale Medical Practice is a well-established and highly regarded Derbyshire practice providing care for a diverse patient population. We pride ourselves on delivering excellent patient care while fostering a positive and supportive working environment for our staff.

We are committed to innovation, continuous improvement and developing services that meet the changing needs of our patients. Our team values collaboration, kindness and professional development, creating an environment where staff can thrive and make a meaningful difference.

PLEASE NOTE THE DATE OF INTERVIEWS WILL BE THE AFTERNOON OF 10TH NOVEMBER 2026

Details

Date posted

19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

A5131-26-0008

Job locations

Overdale Surgery

207 Victoria Avenue

Borrowash

Derby

DE72 3HG

United Kingdom

Overdale Medical Practice

1 Bridge Field

Breaston

DERBY

DE72 3DS

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose and Role Summary

The Pharmacy Technician will support the delivery of safe, effective and high-quality medicines management and prescribing processes within the practice. Working within their scope of competence and under the supervision of the Practice Pharmacists and GPs, the post holder will undertake medicines reconciliation, support medication monitoring and recall activity, process prescription requests in accordance with agreed protocols, respond to medicines-related queries and contribute to patient safety, audit and quality improvement. The post holder will work collaboratively with GPs, pharmacists, nurses, care coordinators, administrative teams, community pharmacies, and wider healthcare services.

Key Responsibilities

Medicines Optimisation

Support medication reviews and associated follow-up in line with practice protocols, national guidance and professional scope of competence.

Undertake medicines reconciliation following hospital discharge and outpatient appointments.

Process prescription requests within agreed practice protocols.

Support medication monitoring and recall systems.

Identify patients requiring medication review, monitoring, or follow-up, and ensure appropriate action is taken.

Support safe, evidence-based, and cost-effective prescribing.

Clinical and Administrative Support

Liaise with community pharmacies, secondary care providers, and other healthcare professionals regarding medication queries.

Support the review and implementation of prescribing alerts, medicines safety updates, and medicine-related audits.

Support the management of high-risk medicines and associated monitoring requirements.

Contribute to clinical audits and quality improvement projects relating to prescribing and medicines management.

Respond to medicines-related patient queries and provide information or advice within competence, escalating to a Practice Pharmacist or GP where required.

Patient Care and Medicines Support

Support patients to understand their medicines and treatment plans.

Promote medication adherence and help identify barriers to effective treatment.

Provide appropriate medicines information and signposting within professional competence.

Identify opportunities to improve patient safety and medicines optimisation.

Recognise and escalate clinical concerns appropriately to a Practice Pharmacist or GP.

Governance, Quality and Service Development

Maintain accurate, complete, and contemporaneous clinical records.

Work in accordance with practice policies, NHS guidance, information governance requirements, and relevant professional standards.

Support data quality initiatives relating to prescribing and medication monitoring.

Contribute to the development and review of medicines management protocols and practice processes.

Participate in practice meetings, training, supervision, and continuing professional development.

Identify opportunities for service improvement and contribute to the implementation of change.

Professional Responsibilities

Maintain active GPhC registration and work in accordance with relevant professional standards.

Work within own level of competence and seek support or escalate concerns where required.

Maintain confidentiality, information governance standards, and accurate patient records.

Comply with safeguarding, infection prevention and control, health and safety, and incident reporting procedures.

Participate in appraisal, supervision, mandatory training, and continuing professional development.

Promote equality, diversity, inclusion, and respectful care for patients and colleagues.

Contribute to a positive, supportive, and collaborative practice culture.

Job description Job responsibilities Job Purpose and Role SummaryThe Pharmacy Technician will support the delivery of safe, effective and high-quality medicines management and prescribing processes within the practice. Working within their scope of competence and under the supervision of the Practice Pharmacists and GPs, the post holder will undertake medicines reconciliation, support medication monitoring and recall activity, process prescription requests in accordance with agreed protocols, respond to medicines-related queries and contribute to patient safety, audit and quality improvement. The post holder will work collaboratively with GPs, pharmacists, nurses, care coordinators, administrative teams, community pharmacies, and wider healthcare services.Key ResponsibilitiesMedicines Optimisation Support medication reviews and associated follow-up in line with practice protocols, national guidance and professional scope of competence. Undertake medicines reconciliation following hospital discharge and outpatient appointments. Process prescription requests within agreed practice protocols. Support medication monitoring and recall systems. Identify patients requiring medication review, monitoring, or follow-up, and ensure appropriate action is taken. Support safe, evidence-based, and cost-effective prescribing.Clinical and Administrative Support Liaise with community pharmacies, secondary care providers, and other healthcare professionals regarding medication queries. Support the review and implementation of prescribing alerts, medicines safety updates, and medicine-related audits. Support the management of high-risk medicines and associated monitoring requirements. Contribute to clinical audits and quality improvement projects relating to prescribing and medicines management. Respond to medicines-related patient queries and provide information or advice within competence, escalating to a Practice Pharmacist or GP where required.Patient Care and Medicines Support Support patients to understand their medicines and treatment plans. Promote medication adherence and help identify barriers to effective treatment. Provide appropriate medicines information and signposting within professional competence. Identify opportunities to improve patient safety and medicines optimisation. Recognise and escalate clinical concerns appropriately to a Practice Pharmacist or GP.Governance, Quality and Service Development Maintain accurate, complete, and contemporaneous clinical records. Work in accordance with practice policies, NHS guidance, information governance requirements, and relevant professional standards. Support data quality initiatives relating to prescribing and medication monitoring. Contribute to the development and review of medicines management protocols and practice processes. Participate in practice meetings, training, supervision, and continuing professional development. Identify opportunities for service improvement and contribute to the implementation of change.Professional Responsibilities Maintain active GPhC registration and work in accordance with relevant professional standards. Work within own level of competence and seek support or escalate concerns where required. Maintain confidentiality, information governance standards, and accurate patient records. Comply with safeguarding, infection prevention and control, health and safety, and incident reporting procedures. Participate in appraisal, supervision, mandatory training, and continuing professional development. Promote equality, diversity, inclusion, and respectful care for patients and colleagues. Contribute to a positive, supportive, and collaborative practice culture.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent recognised qualification.

Experience

Essential

• Experience working as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Good understanding of medicines management processes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong IT skills and confidence using clinical systems.

Desirable

• Experience working within general practice or primary care.
• Experience undertaking medicines reconciliation and medication reviews.
• Knowledge of SystmOne.
• Understanding of Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF).
• Experience supporting audits and quality improvement projects.
• Independent checking qualification.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent recognised qualification. Experience Essential Experience working as a Pharmacy Technician. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organisational and time-management abilities. Good understanding of medicines management processes. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Strong IT skills and confidence using clinical systems. Desirable Experience working within general practice or primary care. Experience undertaking medicines reconciliation and medication reviews. Knowledge of SystmOne. Understanding of Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF). Experience supporting audits and quality improvement projects. Independent checking qualification.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Overdale Medical Practice

Address

Overdale Surgery

207 Victoria Avenue

Borrowash

Derby

DE72 3HG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://overdalepractice.com (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Overdale Medical Practice

Address

Overdale Surgery

207 Victoria Avenue

Borrowash

Derby

DE72 3HG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://overdalepractice.com (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Part time Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Leeds, a category B men's prison,housing males aged 21+.

PPG pathway for additional learning and development opportunities.

This role is a ward based doing medication rounds.

21.5 hours a week, 7am-4pm, 2 or 3 days a week, fixed days over a 2 week rolling rota. Every other weekend working, both days but Saturday working till 7pm.

Salary

Youll receive an annual salary up to £23,883.92 per annum - 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

Support from the wider team

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.

Main duties of the job

As a Pharmacy Technician, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Provide outstanding quality based patient centred care to our patients seeking out, listening to and acting on their feedback so that care is personalised and informed by what matters to them.
• Focussing on providing a safe and secure medicines management service, ensuring patient medical records are maintained to the agreed standard at all times and ensuring standard operating procedures are followed to a high and orderly standard.
• Deliver non-judgemental care within the scope of professional standards. Involving anything from the timely administration of medicines through to analysing cost effective prescribing as defined through our unique health in justice medicines policy.
• You will make a real difference by working as a key member of a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

• NVQ Level 3, or above, BTEC or equivalent
• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Up to date with Continual Professional Development (CPD)
• Relevant post-qualification pharmacy experience
• General GCSE education or equivalent
• ACT is preferred but not desirable
• Able to work unsupervised whilst following policy and procedures

Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Job summary

***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested***

Are you a proactive, self-motivated pharmacy technician who is passionate about delivering high-quality patient care? BCHC is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic GPhC-registered Pharmacy Technician to join our Intermediate Care Pharmacy Team.

The post holder will have the opportunity to support the development and delivery of the team's medicines optimisation programme, helping to provide the highest quality of care for our patients. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will support the management of medicines during transfers of care from other providers and contribute to systems that promote safer prescribing and the safe and secure handling of medicines. A thorough understanding of medicines management and medicines reconciliation following transfers between care settings is essential. You must be able to resolve identified issues and communicate effectively with patients, families and other healthcare professionals.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will primarily work across the Intermediate Care Units, alongside the clinical pharmacists. Our units are located across Birmingham, so the ability to travel between sites is essential.

Duties will include Level 2 medicines reconciliation, assessment of patients' own medicines, self-medication assessments and discharge counselling. The post holder will also practise as an Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT), both in the dispensary and on the units, checking rewritten medication charts to confirm that they have been transcribed correctly.

Participating in audit and training of pharmacy and nursing staff, along with development of training documentation and Standard operating procedures.

About us

Be Part of Our Team....

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust delivers high-quality community and specialist healthcare services across Birmingham and the surrounding areas. Our Pharmacy Service plays a vital role in supporting safe, effective and patient-centred medicines use across a variety of settings, including community hospitals, intermediate care services and patients' homes.

We are committed to developing our workforce and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and collaboration. You will work alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams and have access to a range of learning and development opportunities to support your professional growth.

As an inclusive employer, BCHC values diversity, promotes equality of opportunity and is dedicated to supporting the health and wellbeing of all staff. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and able to contribute to delivering excellent patient care.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a pharmacist to join the Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust pharmacy team. The position will be based at Basildon site, where you will be part of an innovative team, and be involved in many exciting projects to promote and deliver high quality clinical service to our patients.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and ambitious pharmacist with excellent clinical knowledge and organisational skills. You will be working closely with the multidisciplinary teams located at the three sites in Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust. This will be a great opportunity to develop your clinical leadership role and play an active part in change management projects.

If you are interested in the role and believe you hold the qualities we require, then apply today!

Main duties of the job

• Providing specialist clinical pharmacy services to Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and Paediatric wards
• Working closely with the multidisciplinary team and taking a proactive and leading role in implementing evidence based practice
• Training of the pharmacy and multidisciplinary teams including Trainee, Foundation and Specialist pharmacists
• Management of medicine shortages, ensuring that risk assessments are completed where required.
• Deputise for the clinical lead pharmacist where necessary including governance and clinical meetings.
• Develop and implement new protocols and procedures, and assist in development of pharmaceutical aspects of policies.
• Proactive in taking part in research opportunities.
• Develop your existing role as an independent prescriber, or working towards this goal.

About us

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust

Job summary

An unique opportunity has arisen for a motivated, committed, and adaptable individual with an interest in working in Pharmacy. We are seeking a motivated, hardworking, and efficient person to join our pharmacy team.

You will play a crucial role in supporting the team with the supply of medicines throughout the hospitals and providing assistance to the Digital Medicines team.

This shared post will expose you to hospital pharmacy processes as well as acquiring additional digital knowledge and skills related to EPMA and other digital systems. If not already attained, you will also complete your Level 2 in Pharmacy Services. This role is perfect for anyone who enjoys combining pharmacy practice with digital skills to support and shape Digital Health initiatives.

Good communication skills, flexibility, commitment, and strong teamwork are essential qualities for this role. Your skills will be enhanced across various areas as you work in across both the Dispensary team and the Digital Medicines team, supplying medications, resolving queries, provide EPMA support, and deliver teaching and training to multidisciplinary staff across UHD.

We have ambitious plans to develop our sites, making even better use of our combined resources to serve our population most effectively.

Main duties of the job

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification.

When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

Cross Site Working - Base Location: Bournemouth Hospital

Interview date: Monday, 11th November 2026

Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position.

**This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly. *

About us

Workplace Testimony

"This unique split role across Pharmacy Dispensary and Digital Medicines gave me valuable insight into both frontline pharmacy practice and the digital systems that support it. Working in dispensary strengthened my medicines knowledge and understanding of pharmacy workflows, while my digital role developed my expertise in EPMA and EPR systems. Combining both perspectives enabled me to contribute to system improvements, provide practical user feedback, and support colleagues to build their digital confidence, helping to improve efficiency and patient care."

Julia Johns - UHD pharmacy

Transport links are excellent with Bournemouth International airport, Cross-channel ferry terminals at Poole and direct train access to London.

Please note all staff being recruited are expected to be available to work flexibly across our new Trust sites when service demands require it.

You will be expected to participate in our weekend, bank holiday and late night rotas.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues.

Job summary

Mount Farm Surgery is looking to welcome a qualified and experienced clinical pharmacist into our busy practice, to play a full and active role within our multi-disciplinary team. The role is offered on afull-time basis, Monday-Friday.

Main duties of the job

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a patient-facing role to clinically assess and treat patients using their expert knowledge of medicines for specific disease areas
• Be a prescriber, or completing training to become a prescriber, and work with and alongside the general practice team
• Be involved in the care management of patients with chronic diseases and undertake clinical medication reviews to proactively manage people with complex polypharmacy, especially the elderly, people in care homes, those with multiple co-morbidities (in particular frailty, COPD and asthma) and people with learning disabilities or autism (through STOMP Stop Over Medication Programme)
• Provide specialist expertise in the use of medicines whilst helping to address both the public health and social care needs of patients at the organisation and to help in tackling inequalities
• Develop relationships and work closely with other pharmacy professionals across the wider health and social care system

There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks, this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels

About us

Mount Farm Surgery is a modern, efficient, and well-equipped GP surgery in the Moreton Hall area of Bury St. Edmunds. First established in Looms Lane in Bury St. Edmunds, we moved to the Moreton Hall Estate approximately thirty years ago, which was built on the original Moreton Hall farmland at the top of Mount Road (hence the name Mount Farm). The practice currently has just over 16,000 registered patients. Proactive and holistic care: We endeavour to offer proactive care to ensure the best of health for our patients. Often health issues are related to other aspects of a patients lifestyle, and we believe in helping patients improve their overall health and well-being, wherever possible taking the opportunity to prevent illness and not just treat it. We routinely check up on patients with long-term conditions to ensure we are providing effective care. We also run a series of clinics and patient workshops that provide valuable help and support to those dealing with long-term conditions such as asthma and diabetes.

Job summary

The SWLSTG Pharmacy Team has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Mental Health Pharmacist to join our friendly and innovative department, leading medicines optimisation services within our community mental health teams.

The post is Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm, with no regular weekend, bank holiday or late duty commitments currently required.

The postholder will deliver specialist clinical pharmacy services aimed at reducing hospital admissions through medicines optimisation, improving patient and carer experience with prescribed medicines, enhancing physical health monitoring and management, and strengthening communication between secondary and primary care. Opportunities to develop and utilise Non-Medical Prescribing skills will be available.

You will be an integral member of a multidisciplinary team working across community mental health services. The role offers an exciting opportunity to influence and shape service development, supporting service users to optimise their medicines and achieve better health outcomes.

This role will primarily support community mental health services across the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames.

Main duties of the job

Deliver specialist medicines optimisation services to community mental health teams, promoting the safe, effective and person-centred use of medicines.

Work closely with psychiatrists, non-medical prescribers, care coordinators, GPs and the wider multidisciplinary team to optimise treatment and support recovery.

Undertake medication reviews and make recommendations to initiate, optimise, switch or discontinue medicines where appropriate.

Support the early identification and appropriate use of clozapine and long-acting injectable antipsychotics to improve outcomes and reduce the risk of relapse and hospital admission.

Promote relapse prevention through medicines optimisation, adherence support, patient education and proactive management of medication-related side effects.

Improve physical health outcomes through medicines optimisation, physical health monitoring and collaborative working with primary care colleagues.

Provide expert advice and education to service users, carers and healthcare professionals to support informed decision-making and medication adherence.

Contribute to service development, quality improvement, audit, research and education initiatives across the borough.

Help shape and improve prescribing practice through clinical leadership, evidence-based recommendations and collaborative working.

About us

Unless expressly stated in the job advert this role is not subject to sponsorship, please be advised that all offers of employment are subject to evidence of right to work in the UK.

We are Proud to Belong at South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust.

We have expert services, a rich history and a clear commitment to providing the best quality care for those with mental ill-health. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as 'good' - we aspire to be 'outstanding'.

This is a great time to join us. We are transforming the way we care for our communities to support our mission of Making Life Better Together. We have built two brand new mental health facilities at Springfield University Hospital, which are amongst the best in the world. More developments are planned across our sites and services as we invest a further £120m to upgrade and modernise our estate by 2027.

We are inclusive and diverse and strive to be actively anti racist. We want to attract people from all backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work we do together. We are proud to co-produce and involve our local communities in all that we do.

We offer flexible working, career development and a variety ofbenefits to enable a positive, welcoming environment in which our people and their careers can thrive.

Come and join our inclusive teams and help our patients on their recovery journey.