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Paramedic Practitioner
Banbury Cross Health Centre
North East England
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Job summary To provide high-quality, patient-centred care as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to the delivery of safe, efficient, and proactive...
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Paramedic Practitioner
Banbury Cross Health Centre
North East England
Paramedic
Job summary To provide high-quality, patient-centred care as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to the delivery of safe, efficient, and proactive...
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Deputy Lead Pharmacist
Cowley Road Medical Practice
North East England
GBP 55,000 - 60,000 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary Department Core Purpose The core purpose of the Pharmacy Department is to ensure the safe, effective, and efficient use of medicines to improve p...
17 day(s) ago
Deputy Lead Pharmacist
Cowley Road Medical Practice
North East England
GBP 55,000 - 60,000 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary Department Core Purpose The core purpose of the Pharmacy Department is to ensure the safe, effective, and efficient use of medicines to improve p...
17 day(s) ago
Deputy Lead Pharmacist
Banbury Cross Health Centre
North East England
GBP 55,000 - 60,000 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary The core purpose of the Pharmacy Department is to ensure the safe, effective, and efficient use of medicines to improve patient outcomes and supp...
1 month(s) ago
Deputy Lead Pharmacist
Banbury Cross Health Centre
North East England
GBP 55,000 - 60,000 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary The core purpose of the Pharmacy Department is to ensure the safe, effective, and efficient use of medicines to improve patient outcomes and supp...
1 month(s) ago
Posted 3 day(s) ago
Reference: 2434518
Job summary
To provide high-quality, patient-centred care as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to the delivery of safe, efficient, and proactive healthcare services. This includes diagnosing and managing acute and chronic conditions, and supporting health promotion and prevention initiatives.
Working as part of the On the day acute care team managing presentations of acute illness with support of the duty GP.
The post holder contributes to the delivery of safe, effective urgent care by providing informed clinical assessment, supporting clinical decision making, and managing a defined range of presentations in general practice and community settings.
Working with increasing autonomy but within agreed clinical boundaries, the role applies developed knowledge of minor illness, minor injury, and urgent presentations to support timely patient management.
The practitioner enhances service capacity by undertaking structured assessment, escalating appropriately, and contributing to patient flow, continuity, and a positive care experience.
Main duties of the job
Key Contributions:
1. Clinical Excellence:
- Deliver safe, effective, and evidence-based care through autonomous clinical decision-making, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for a wide range of conditions.
- Support patients with acute and chronic conditions, creating personalised care and treatment plans that integrate drug and non-drug-based therapies.
2. Health Promotion and Prevention:
- Actively engage with patients to promote healthy lifestyles, delivering targeted advice on disease prevention and management.
- Facilitate referrals to community and specialist services to ensure patients receive holistic, ongoing care.
3. Collaborative Teamwork:
- Work closely with GPs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver integrated care within defined healthcare pathways.
- Provide enhanced clinical advice to internal stakeholders and external partners, such as the ambulance service and district nurses.
4. Training and Development:
- Participate in the structured development program, progressing towards qualifications such as a Level 7 (Masters).
- Engage in reflective practice and continuous professional development, attending clinical meetings and contributing to the development of best practices.
5. Organisational Impact:
- Support the Practices administrative workload, including handling pathology results and electronic records.
- Contribute to clinical audits, risk assessments, and service evaluations, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
About us
Banbury Cross Health Centre is owned and operated by Principal Medical Limited (PML), which works in partnership with the NHS to deliver primary care services in GP practices and community settings.
Founded in 2004 as a not-for-profit organisation by local GPs, PML was established to enable healthcare professionals to develop and deliver innovative services at scale. Today, 70% of GP practices in Oxfordshire and 22% in Northamptonshire are associated with the Federation.
PML is the largest GP Federation in Oxfordshire and South Northamptonshire, serving nearly 800,000 patients. We believe local providers are best placed to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that meets community needs.
With over 20 years of experience, PML has a strong track record of delivering NHS, ICB and Public Health services. Our work is guided by five core values: being Compassionate, Competent, Courteous, Collaborative and Committed. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.
Details
Date posted
19 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience Competitive Salary
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours
Reference number
A6033-26-0029
Job locations
Banbury Cross Health Centre
6 Oxford Road
Banbury
Oxfordshire
OX16 9AD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role Accountabilities
Clinical Assessment & Early Clinical Decision Support
- Apply developed clinical judgement to assess patients presenting with undifferentiated or same day concerns within defined competence.
- Contribute meaningfully to clinical decision making by identifying relevant symptoms, recognising red flags, and determining appropriate escalation or management pathways.
- Support safe prioritisation of patients, helping clinicians manage demand effectively.
Delivery of Safe Care Within Defined Clinical Boundaries
- Provide safe and structured care for a range of minor illness and/or minor injury presentations, working within established guidelines and urgent care protocols.
- Use clinical understanding to guide appropriate next steps, ensuring care aligns with best practice and organisational governance.
- Work with a level of independence appropriate to experience, while recognising limitations and seeking senior input when required.
Contribution to Patient Flow & Operational Efficiency
- Enhance capacity in urgent care sessions by managing appropriate patients directly and supporting clinicians with timely information, assessment findings, and escalation.
- Contribute to an efficient, well organised clinical environment that supports rapid access and responsive care.
- Engage proactively in service processes that reduce delay, improve throughput, and maintain safe patient flow.
Communication, Patient Engagement & Experience
- Communicate sensitively with patients to support understanding of symptoms, care options, and next steps.
- Provide consistent, clear advice in line with clinical guidance and safety netting principles.
- Contribute to a reassuring and supportive experience for patients seeking urgent or same day care.
Clinical Governance, Documentation & Risk Management
- Maintain accurate, timely, and high quality clinical documentation to support continuity of care and clinical safety.
- Apply an understanding of risk, safeguarding, red flags, and clinical deterioration to ensure timely escalation.
- Contribute to quality improvement, clinical audit, and governance processes as part of safe practice.
Team Collaboration & Multidisciplinary Working
- Work closely with GPs, nurses, ANPs/ACPs, paramedics, and other community practitioners to ensure coordinated, integrated care.
- Share clinical insights appropriately to support safe handover and collaborative decision making.
- Contribute to a positive, supportive team culture within fast paced urgent care settings.
Professional Development & Supporting Others
- Continue building clinical expertise through training, supervision, and reflective practice.
- Support junior or developing practitioners by sharing knowledge and demonstrating good clinical and professional behaviours.
- Contribute to continuous service improvement through feedback, insight, and participation in development initiatives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role Accountabilities
Clinical Assessment & Early Clinical Decision Support
- Apply developed clinical judgement to assess patients presenting with undifferentiated or same day concerns within defined competence.
- Contribute meaningfully to clinical decision making by identifying relevant symptoms, recognising red flags, and determining appropriate escalation or management pathways.
- Support safe prioritisation of patients, helping clinicians manage demand effectively.
Delivery of Safe Care Within Defined Clinical Boundaries
- Provide safe and structured care for a range of minor illness and/or minor injury presentations, working within established guidelines and urgent care protocols.
- Use clinical understanding to guide appropriate next steps, ensuring care aligns with best practice and organisational governance.
- Work with a level of independence appropriate to experience, while recognising limitations and seeking senior input when required.
Contribution to Patient Flow & Operational Efficiency
- Enhance capacity in urgent care sessions by managing appropriate patients directly and supporting clinicians with timely information, assessment findings, and escalation.
- Contribute to an efficient, well organised clinical environment that supports rapid access and responsive care.
- Engage proactively in service processes that reduce delay, improve throughput, and maintain safe patient flow.
Communication, Patient Engagement & Experience
- Communicate sensitively with patients to support understanding of symptoms, care options, and next steps.
- Provide consistent, clear advice in line with clinical guidance and safety netting principles.
- Contribute to a reassuring and supportive experience for patients seeking urgent or same day care.
Clinical Governance, Documentation & Risk Management
- Maintain accurate, timely, and high quality clinical documentation to support continuity of care and clinical safety.
- Apply an understanding of risk, safeguarding, red flags, and clinical deterioration to ensure timely escalation.
- Contribute to quality improvement, clinical audit, and governance processes as part of safe practice.
Team Collaboration & Multidisciplinary Working
- Work closely with GPs, nurses, ANPs/ACPs, paramedics, and other community practitioners to ensure coordinated, integrated care.
- Share clinical insights appropriately to support safe handover and collaborative decision making.
- Contribute to a positive, supportive team culture within fast paced urgent care settings.
Professional Development & Supporting Others
- Continue building clinical expertise through training, supervision, and reflective practice.
- Support junior or developing practitioners by sharing knowledge and demonstrating good clinical and professional behaviours.
- Contribute to continuous service improvement through feedback, insight, and participation in development initiatives.
Person Specification
Behaviours & Attributes
Essential
- Compassionate and patient-centred approach.
- Proactive problem solver with excellent time management skills.
- Resilient under pressure and adaptable to dynamic work environments.
- Professional, reliable, and accountable in approach to patient care.
- Compassionate, patientcentred, and respectful of individual needs.
- Confident yet aware of limitations, with willingness to seek support.
- Supportive team member who contributes positively to collaborative working.
- Adaptable, resilient, and comfortable working in rapidly changing situations.
- Committed to learning, reflective practice, and continued development.
- Inclusive and sensitive to diversity, cultural needs, and individual preferences.
- Commitment to mandatory training and maintaining clinical competencies.
- Flexibility to work within service hours and respond to variations in demand.
- Ability to uphold high standards of safety, professionalism, and confidentiality at all times.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience managing minor illness.
- Experience working in primary care or similar settings.
- Experience working in urgent care, general practice, community healthcare, or a similar fastpaced clinical environment.
- Experience assessing patients with undifferentiated or sameday presentations within defined boundaries.
- Experience recognising red flags, deterioration, and escalation triggers.
- Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience documenting clinical information accurately using digital clinical systems.
Desirable
- Experience contributing to patient flow, triage processes, or rapid access clinics.
- Experience supporting less experienced colleagues or contributing to team development.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team.
- Proven clinical decision-making skills for both acute and chronic conditions.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively across organisational boundaries.
- Ability to assess and manage paediatric patients.
- Ability to conduct structured clinical assessments and gather relevant presenting information.
- Ability to apply clinical judgement within defined scope and escalate appropriately.
- Ability to provide clear, safe, and accurate advice or information to patients.
- Ability to manage a defined workload independently while working within protocols.
- Sound understanding of risk awareness, early recognition of deterioration, and safety netting.
- Ability to maintain accurate, timely documentation to support safe decision making.
- Ability to remain calm, professional, and solutions focused under pressure.
- Understanding of common minor illness and minor injury presentations.
- Knowledge of red flags, safeguarding principles, and escalation requirements.
- Understanding of confidentiality, information governance, and data protection.
- Knowledge of infection prevention and control standards appropriate to the care environment.
Desirable
- Strong communication skills suited to urgent and primary care environments.
- Knowledge of urgent care pathways, community services, and same day access models.
- Awareness of clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement processes.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Paramedic or Nurse with the HCPC/NMC.
- Non-Medical Prescriber (V300).
- L7 Minor illness and/or advanced history taking module (Or working towards).
- Commitment to completing advanced qualifications, including L7 Masters.
- Relevant clinical qualification appropriate to urgent or primary care practice.
- Registration with the appropriate regulatory body where applicable (e.g. NMC, HCPC), or equivalent recognised qualification depending on role design.
- Willingness to undertake further development to expand competence within defined scope.
Desirable
- Evidence of post qualification training in urgent care, minor illness, minor injury, or clinical assessment.
Person Specification
Behaviours & Attributes
Essential
- Compassionate and patient-centred approach.
- Proactive problem solver with excellent time management skills.
- Resilient under pressure and adaptable to dynamic work environments.
- Professional, reliable, and accountable in approach to patient care.
- Compassionate, patientcentred, and respectful of individual needs.
- Confident yet aware of limitations, with willingness to seek support.
- Supportive team member who contributes positively to collaborative working.
- Adaptable, resilient, and comfortable working in rapidly changing situations.
- Committed to learning, reflective practice, and continued development.
- Inclusive and sensitive to diversity, cultural needs, and individual preferences.
- Commitment to mandatory training and maintaining clinical competencies.
- Flexibility to work within service hours and respond to variations in demand.
- Ability to uphold high standards of safety, professionalism, and confidentiality at all times.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience managing minor illness.
- Experience working in primary care or similar settings.
- Experience working in urgent care, general practice, community healthcare, or a similar fastpaced clinical environment.
- Experience assessing patients with undifferentiated or sameday presentations within defined boundaries.
- Experience recognising red flags, deterioration, and escalation triggers.
- Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience documenting clinical information accurately using digital clinical systems.
Desirable
- Experience contributing to patient flow, triage processes, or rapid access clinics.
- Experience supporting less experienced colleagues or contributing to team development.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team.
- Proven clinical decision-making skills for both acute and chronic conditions.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively across organisational boundaries.
- Ability to assess and manage paediatric patients.
- Ability to conduct structured clinical assessments and gather relevant presenting information.
- Ability to apply clinical judgement within defined scope and escalate appropriately.
- Ability to provide clear, safe, and accurate advice or information to patients.
- Ability to manage a defined workload independently while working within protocols.
- Sound understanding of risk awareness, early recognition of deterioration, and safety netting.
- Ability to maintain accurate, timely documentation to support safe decision making.
- Ability to remain calm, professional, and solutions focused under pressure.
- Understanding of common minor illness and minor injury presentations.
- Knowledge of red flags, safeguarding principles, and escalation requirements.
- Understanding of confidentiality, information governance, and data protection.
- Knowledge of infection prevention and control standards appropriate to the care environment.
Desirable
- Strong communication skills suited to urgent and primary care environments.
- Knowledge of urgent care pathways, community services, and same day access models.
- Awareness of clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement processes.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Paramedic or Nurse with the HCPC/NMC.
- Non-Medical Prescriber (V300).
- L7 Minor illness and/or advanced history taking module (Or working towards).
- Commitment to completing advanced qualifications, including L7 Masters.
- Relevant clinical qualification appropriate to urgent or primary care practice.
- Registration with the appropriate regulatory body where applicable (e.g. NMC, HCPC), or equivalent recognised qualification depending on role design.
- Willingness to undertake further development to expand competence within defined scope.
Desirable
- Evidence of post qualification training in urgent care, minor illness, minor injury, or clinical assessment.
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
Banbury Cross Health Centre
Address
Banbury Cross Health Centre
6 Oxford Road
Banbury
Oxfordshire
OX16 9AD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.banburycrosshealthcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Banbury Cross Health Centre
Address
Banbury Cross Health Centre
6 Oxford Road
Banbury
Oxfordshire
OX16 9AD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.banburycrosshealthcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 17 day(s) ago
Reference: 2383959
Job summary
Department Core Purpose
The core purpose of the Pharmacy Department is to ensure the safe, effective, and efficient use of medicines to improve patient outcomes and support high quality clinical care.
As a key member of the pharmacy leadership team, the Deputy Lead Pharmacist contributes to this purpose by providing expert professional and operational leadership across all aspects of pharmaceutical service delivery. The post holder supports the delivery of a responsive, patient-centred, and evidence based pharmacy service that underpins the organisations strategic objectives and clinical priorities.
With centralisation of pharmacy services across the BCHC and CRMP footprint, the Deputy Lead Pharmacist plays an integral part in supporting this core function of service delivery and patient safety.
Main duties of the job
Please note, this role will be based at both Cowley Road Medical Practice and Banbury Cross Health Centre. There will be an expected split of service delivery over both sites.
The Deputy Lead Pharmacist plays a key leadership and operational role within the Pharmacy Department, supporting the Lead Pharmacist in the strategic and day-to-day management of pharmacy services. The post holder will contribute to the delivery of safe, effective, and high quality pharmaceutical care across BCHC and wider PML, ensuring compliance with clinical governance, medicines optimisation, and regulatory standards.
The Deputy Lead Pharmacist will provide expert clinical and professional advice, lead designated service areas or projects, and act as deputy in the absence of the Lead Pharmacist. This includes supporting workforce development, quality improvement initiatives, and having oversight of all trainees within the pharmacy team.
About us
Cowley Road Medical Practice (CRMP) is a well established GP Practice providing various NHS & Primary Clinical Care to patients in East Oxford.
We are a vibrant, forward-thinking Practice that places the care of both our patients & staff at the core of everything we do.
Our close-knit team fosters a warm, friendly & compassionate environment, creating a space where everyone feels valued. Serving a diverse community of over 12,000 patients, our dedicated GPs, nurses, pharmacist, healthcare assistants (HCAs) & administrative staff work together to provide outstanding care. Every day, our team goes above & beyond to support/improve the health & well-being of the community we are proud to serve.
Rated as GOOD by CQC, our team consists or 30 dedicated professionals. We are committed to implementing a positive workplace in which all staff members are encouraged to grow & develop.
We are actively involved in our local PCN and take a forward-thinking approach to introduce new initiatives that enhance our patient care.
CRMP is supported by Principle Medical Ltd(PML).
PMLis a successful not-for-profit, GP-led organisation providing various clinical services across Oxfordshire & Northamptonshire. They have evolved as a NHS healthcare provider since 2004 & in the last few years have grown significantly, now employing around 300 staff with a turnover of £16m. PML holds GMS contracts, as well as being a GP Federation representing 50 GP practices & nearly 650,000 patients.
Details
Date posted
05 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience £55,000 to £60,000 a year FTE
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
A3856-26-0014
Job locations
East Oxford Health Centre
Manzil Way
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX4 1XD
United Kingdom
Banbury Cross Health Centre
South Bar House
South Bar Street
BANBURY
Oxfordshire
OX16 9AD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
Communication and Key Working Relationships
- To act as one of the first points of contact for Pharmacy team members and partner agencies requesting pharmacy advice and support and be able to direct them accordingly.
- To act as an ambassador of the pharmacy team, providing representation at management meetings or providing advice and guidance to senior managers / board level
- Communicate with a range of different agencies including Integrated Care Board, GPs, medical staff, hospitals and tertiary sectors involved in patient care
Education & Training
- To be the Pharmacist lead for training
- Support the professional development and training of pharmacy staff, pre-registration trainees, and students.
- Deliver education sessions to multidisciplinary teams on medicines optimisation and safe prescribing.
- Act as a role model and mentor, promoting best practice in clinical and operational pharmacy.
- Provide personal development plans for individual team members where appropriate
- Support with team members to achieve expected standards of training and service delivery
- Support with individual team members progress in alignment with the PML career framework for pharmacists
Responsibility for Patient / Client Care
- Deliver specialist clinical pharmacy services in designated areas, ensuring evidence based and patient centred care.
- Promote safe, effective, and economical use of medicines, aligned with national and local formulary guidance.
- Provide expert advice to GPs, clinicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals on all aspects of medicines use.
Policy, Service, Research & Development Responsibility
- Follow Practice guidelines for pharmacy services.
- Will be required to propose and implement changes to policies and asked to provide feedback on new / revised policies for their own area.
- Undertake surveys or audits, as necessary to support with safety, compliance or business development specifically related to pharmacy service delivery
- Support the development, implementation, and evaluation of new pharmacy-led services and clinical pathways.
- Contribute to digital transformation initiatives and the optimisation of electronic prescribing and medicines administration. Provide support to the centralisation of pharmacy services across PML
Responsibility for Finance, Equipment & Other Resources
- Support members of the team with booking onto training and appropriate courses specific to their role
- To support with ordering and stock control of equipment and resources to support all members of the pharmacy team.
- Ensure the suitability and serviceability of all equipment related to the pharmacy team, including FeNO testing machines
Responsibility for Supervision, Leadership & Management
- Support the Lead Pharmacist in the operational and strategic management of pharmacy services.
- Provide leadership and supervision to pharmacists, technicians, and support staff within designated clinical or operational areas.
- Deputise for the Lead Pharmacist as required, ensuring continuity of service and decision making.
- Contribute to workforce planning, recruitment, and staff development, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Have a comprehensive understanding of the practice information systems and provide support to staff where necessary
Governance & Quality
- Support implementation of medicines management policies, audits, and risk management initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, standards, and professional codes of practice.
- Lead or contribute to clinical governance, incident review, and service improvement programmes.
- Ensure GPhC standards are upheld across the pharmacy department
- Promote effective and safe prescribing across the whole of PML
- Ensure all clinical staff are aware of medicine warning alerts
- Support with clinical audits around prescribing of medication and medicine safety to support QoF
Job description Job responsibilities Duties and ResponsibilitiesCommunication and Key Working Relationships To act as one of the first points of contact for Pharmacy team members and partner agencies requesting pharmacy advice and support and be able to direct them accordingly. To act as an ambassador of the pharmacy team, providing representation at management meetings or providing advice and guidance to senior managers / board level Communicate with a range of different agencies including Integrated Care Board, GPs, medical staff, hospitals and tertiary sectors involved in patient careEducation & Training To be the Pharmacist lead for training Support the professional development and training of pharmacy staff, pre-registration trainees, and students. Deliver education sessions to multidisciplinary teams on medicines optimisation and safe prescribing. Act as a role model and mentor, promoting best practice in clinical and operational pharmacy. Provide personal development plans for individual team members where appropriate Support with team members to achieve expected standards of training and service delivery Support with individual team members progress in alignment with the PML career framework for pharmacistsResponsibility for Patient / Client Care Deliver specialist clinical pharmacy services in designated areas, ensuring evidence based and patient centred care. Promote safe, effective, and economical use of medicines, aligned with national and local formulary guidance. Provide expert advice to GPs, clinicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals on all aspects of medicines use.Policy, Service, Research & Development Responsibility Follow Practice guidelines for pharmacy services. Will be required to propose and implement changes to policies and asked to provide feedback on new / revised policies for their own area. Undertake surveys or audits, as necessary to support with safety, compliance or business development specifically related to pharmacy service delivery Support the development, implementation, and evaluation of new pharmacy-led services and clinical pathways. Contribute to digital transformation initiatives and the optimisation of electronic prescribing and medicines administration. Provide support to the centralisation of pharmacy services across PMLResponsibility for Finance, Equipment & Other Resources Support members of the team with booking onto training and appropriate courses specific to their role To support with ordering and stock control of equipment and resources to support all members of the pharmacy team. Ensure the suitability and serviceability of all equipment related to the pharmacy team, including FeNO testing machinesResponsibility for Supervision, Leadership & Management Support the Lead Pharmacist in the operational and strategic management of pharmacy services. Provide leadership and supervision to pharmacists, technicians, and support staff within designated clinical or operational areas. Deputise for the Lead Pharmacist as required, ensuring continuity of service and decision making. Contribute to workforce planning, recruitment, and staff development, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Have a comprehensive understanding of the practice information systems and provide support to staff where necessaryGovernance & Quality Support implementation of medicines management policies, audits, and risk management initiatives. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, standards, and professional codes of practice. Lead or contribute to clinical governance, incident review, and service improvement programmes. Ensure GPhC standards are upheld across the pharmacy department Promote effective and safe prescribing across the whole of PML Ensure all clinical staff are aware of medicine warning alerts Support with clinical audits around prescribing of medication and medicine safety to support QoF
Person Specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to remain calm and professional when faced with challenging or distressing situations and to direct accordingly.
- Professional and responsible approach at all times.
- Able to work unsupervised using good judgement when receiving standing in for the lead pharmacist.
- Able to operate flexibly, co-operatively and effectively with colleagues to ensure continuity and efficient performance of the department.
- Able to demonstrate a good standard of English language.
- Good communication skills on the telephone, via email, face to face and in written correspondence.
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Pharmacist registered with the GPhC
- Completed PCPEP
- Independent & Supplementary Prescriber
Desirable
- Mentor / Education delivery qualification e.g. PGCert in medical education
Experience
Essential
- Experience of using IT systems i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
- Minimum of 5 years post qualification.
- Experience of providing training / education to student pharmacists within a relatable clinical setting.
- Proven ability to manage a team of staff.
- Maintain good working relationships across a range of staff levels, both internally and externally.
- Experience of creating and delivering personal development plans.
- Experience managing performance within a clinical setting.
- Experience of working within the General Practice environment.
Person Specification Skills and Abilities Essential Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to remain calm and professional when faced with challenging or distressing situations and to direct accordingly. Professional and responsible approach at all times. Able to work unsupervised using good judgement when receiving standing in for the lead pharmacist. Able to operate flexibly, co-operatively and effectively with colleagues to ensure continuity and efficient performance of the department. Able to demonstrate a good standard of English language. Good communication skills on the telephone, via email, face to face and in written correspondence. Qualifications Essential Qualified Pharmacist registered with the GPhC Completed PCPEP Independent & Supplementary Prescriber Desirable Mentor / Education delivery qualification e.g. PGCert in medical education Experience Essential Experience of using IT systems i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Minimum of 5 years post qualification. Experience of providing training / education to student pharmacists within a relatable clinical setting. Proven ability to manage a team of staff. Maintain good working relationships across a range of staff levels, both internally and externally. Experience of creating and delivering personal development plans. Experience managing performance within a clinical setting. Experience of working within the General Practice environment.
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
Cowley Road Medical Practice
Address
East Oxford Health Centre
Manzil Way
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX4 1XD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cowleyroadmedicalpractice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Cowley Road Medical Practice
Address
East Oxford Health Centre
Manzil Way
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX4 1XD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cowleyroadmedicalpractice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 2353884
Job summary
The core purpose of the Pharmacy Department is to ensure the safe, effective, and efficient use of medicines to improve patient outcomes and support high quality clinical care.As a key member of the pharmacy leadership team, the Deputy Lead Pharmacist contributes to this purpose by providing expert professional and operational leadership across all aspects of pharmaceutical service delivery. The post holder supports the delivery of a responsive, patient-centred, and evidence based pharmacy service that underpins the organisations strategic objectives and clinical priorities.
With centralisation of pharmacy services across the BCHC and CRMP footprint, the Deputy Lead Pharmacist plays an integral part in supporting this core function of service delivery and patient safety.
Main duties of the job
The Deputy Lead Pharmacist plays a key leadership and operational role within the Pharmacy Department, supporting the Lead Pharmacist in the strategic and day-to-day management of pharmacy services. The post holder will contribute to the delivery of safe, effective, and high quality pharmaceutical care across BCHC and wider PML, ensuring compliance with clinical governance, medicines optimisation, and regulatory standards.
The Deputy Lead Pharmacist will provide expert clinical and professional advice, lead designated service areas or projects, and act as deputy in the absence of the Lead Pharmacist. This includes supporting workforce development, quality improvement initiatives, and having oversight of all trainees within the pharmacy team.
About us
Banbury Cross Health Centre is owned and operated by Principal Medical Limited (PML), which works in partnership with the NHS to deliver primary care services in GP practices and community settings.
Founded in 2004 as a not-for-profit organisation by local GPs, PML was established to enable healthcare professionals to develop and deliver innovative services at scale. Today, 70% of GP practices in Oxfordshire and 22% in Northamptonshire are associated with the Federation.
PML is the largest GP Federation in Oxfordshire and South Northamptonshire, serving nearly 800,000 patients. We believe local providers are best placed to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that meets community needs.
With over 20 years of experience, PML has a strong track record of delivering NHS, ICB and Public Health services. Our work is guided by five core values: being Compassionate, Competent, Courteous, Collaborative and Committed. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.
Details
Date posted
21 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£55,000 to £60,000 a year FTE, Depending on Experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours
Reference number
A6033-26-0020
Job locations
Banbury Cross Health Centre
6 Oxford Road
Banbury
Oxfordshire
OX16 9AD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Responsibilities
Communication and Key Working Relationships
- To act as one of the first points of contact for Pharmacy team members and partner agencies requesting pharmacy advice and support and be able to direct them accordingly.
- To act as an ambassador of the pharmacy team, providing representation at management meetings or providing advice and guidance to senior managers / board level
- Communicate with a range of different agencies including Integrated Care Board, GPs, medical staff, hospitals and tertiary sectors involved in patient care
Education & Training
- To be the Pharmacist lead for training
- Support the professional development and training of pharmacy staff, pre-registration trainees, and students.
- Deliver education sessions to multidisciplinary teams on medicines optimisation and safe prescribing.
- Act as a role model and mentor, promoting best practice in clinical and operational pharmacy.
- Provide personal development plans for individual team members where appropriate
- Support with team members to achieve expected standards of training and service delivery
- Support with individual team members progress in alignment with the PML career framework for pharmacists
Responsibility for Patient / Client Care
- Deliver specialist clinical pharmacy services in designated areas, ensuring evidence based and patient centred care.
- Promote safe, effective, and economical use of medicines, aligned with national and local formulary guidance.
- Provide expert advice to GPs, clinicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals on all aspects of medicines use.
Policy, Service, Research & Development Responsibility
- Follow Practice guidelines for pharmacy services.
- Will be required to propose and implement changes to policies and asked to provide feedback on new / revised policies for their own area.
- Undertake surveys or audits, as necessary to support with safety, compliance or business development specifically related to pharmacy service delivery
- Support the development, implementation, and evaluation of new pharmacy-led services and clinical pathways.
- Contribute to digital transformation initiatives and the optimisation of electronic prescribing and medicines administration.
- Provide support to the centralisation of pharmacy services across PML
Responsibility for Finance, Equipment & Other Resources
- Support members of the team with booking onto training and appropriate courses specific to their role
- To support with ordering and stock control of equipment and resources to support all members of the pharmacy team.
- Ensure the suitability and serviceability of all equipment related to the pharmacy team, including FeNO testing machines
Responsibility for Supervision, Leadership & Management
- Support the Lead Pharmacist in the operational and strategic management of pharmacy services.
- Provide leadership and supervision to pharmacists, technicians, and support staff within designated clinical or operational areas.
- Deputise for the Lead Pharmacist as required, ensuring continuity of service and decision making.
- Contribute to workforce planning, recruitment, and staff development, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Have a comprehensive understanding of the practice information systems and provide support to staff where necessary
Governance & Quality
- Support implementation of medicines management policies, audits, and risk management initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, standards, and professional codes of practice.
- Lead or contribute to clinical governance, incident review, and service improvement programmes.
- Ensure GPhC standards are upheld across the pharmacy department
- Promote effective and safe prescribing across the whole of PML
- Ensure all clinical staff are aware of medicine warning alerts
- Support with clinical audits around prescribing of medication and medicine safety to support QoF
Review of this Job Description
This job description is intended as an outline indicator of general areas of activity and will be amended in the light of changing service needs. This job description is to be reviewed in conjunction with the post holder.
General Information
At all times promote and maintain the safety of children by working according the Practices Child Protection Policy and supporting guidance. Being pro-active and responsive to child protection concerns by early reporting, recording and referral of issues according to Practice arrangements. Attending child protection training that is appropriate to your role.
Confidentiality
The post holder will maintain appropriate confidentiality of information relating to commercially sensitive matters in regard to Practice business, and also to personal information relating to members of staff and patients. The post holder will be expected to comply with all aspects of the Data Protection Act (2018), the Staff Code of Confidentiality and the IT Security and Acceptable Use Policy.
Equality & Diversity
Banbury Cross Health Centre & Principal Medical LTD are committed to achieving equality of opportunity for all staff and for those who access services. You must work in accordance with equal opportunity policies/procedures and promote the equality and diversity agenda of the Practice.
Safeguarding
All employees have a duty for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Staff must be aware of the Practices procedure for raising concerns about the welfare of anyone with whom they have contact. All staff must be compliant with L3 safeguarding.
Risk Management / Health and Safety
Employees must be aware of the responsibilities placed on them for ensuring the safety of our patients, service users, visitors and colleagues under the Practices Risk Management Strategy and policy and under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974. All employees are expected to be familiar with and comply with the Practices risk and health and safety policies and procedures and all other policies and procedures relevant to their role.
Records Management
The post holder has responsibility for the timely and accurate creation, maintenance and storage of records in accordance with Practice policy, including email documents and with regard to the Data Protection Act, The Freedom of Information Act and any other relevant statutory requirements.
Clinical Governance
The post holder will be expected to participate in clinical governance activities to assist the Practice to provide high quality services.
Policies & Procedures
Practice employees are expected to follow Practice policies, procedures and guidance as well as professional standards and guidelines. Copies of Practice policies can be accessed via the staff intranet or TeamNet or via your manager.
Review of Job Description
This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties, but is intended to give a general indication of the range of work undertaken within this new role.Work will vary in detail in the light of changing demands and priorities, and therefore the duties identified will be subject to periodic change/review, in consultation with the post holder. All employees have a responsibility to abide by all Practice Policies.
Job description Job responsibilities Job ResponsibilitiesCommunication and Key Working Relationships To act as one of the first points of contact for Pharmacy team members and partner agencies requesting pharmacy advice and support and be able to direct them accordingly. To act as an ambassador of the pharmacy team, providing representation at management meetings or providing advice and guidance to senior managers / board level Communicate with a range of different agencies including Integrated Care Board, GPs, medical staff, hospitals and tertiary sectors involved in patient careEducation & Training To be the Pharmacist lead for training Support the professional development and training of pharmacy staff, pre-registration trainees, and students. Deliver education sessions to multidisciplinary teams on medicines optimisation and safe prescribing. Act as a role model and mentor, promoting best practice in clinical and operational pharmacy. Provide personal development plans for individual team members where appropriate Support with team members to achieve expected standards of training and service delivery Support with individual team members progress in alignment with the PML career framework for pharmacistsResponsibility for Patient / Client Care Deliver specialist clinical pharmacy services in designated areas, ensuring evidence based and patient centred care. Promote safe, effective, and economical use of medicines, aligned with national and local formulary guidance. Provide expert advice to GPs, clinicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals on all aspects of medicines use.Policy, Service, Research & Development Responsibility Follow Practice guidelines for pharmacy services. Will be required to propose and implement changes to policies and asked to provide feedback on new / revised policies for their own area. Undertake surveys or audits, as necessary to support with safety, compliance or business development specifically related to pharmacy service delivery Support the development, implementation, and evaluation of new pharmacy-led services and clinical pathways. Contribute to digital transformation initiatives and the optimisation of electronic prescribing and medicines administration. Provide support to the centralisation of pharmacy services across PMLResponsibility for Finance, Equipment & Other Resources Support members of the team with booking onto training and appropriate courses specific to their role To support with ordering and stock control of equipment and resources to support all members of the pharmacy team. Ensure the suitability and serviceability of all equipment related to the pharmacy team, including FeNO testing machinesResponsibility for Supervision, Leadership & Management Support the Lead Pharmacist in the operational and strategic management of pharmacy services. Provide leadership and supervision to pharmacists, technicians, and support staff within designated clinical or operational areas. Deputise for the Lead Pharmacist as required, ensuring continuity of service and decision making. Contribute to workforce planning, recruitment, and staff development, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Have a comprehensive understanding of the practice information systems and provide support to staff where necessaryGovernance & Quality Support implementation of medicines management policies, audits, and risk management initiatives. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, standards, and professional codes of practice. Lead or contribute to clinical governance, incident review, and service improvement programmes. Ensure GPhC standards are upheld across the pharmacy department Promote effective and safe prescribing across the whole of PML Ensure all clinical staff are aware of medicine warning alerts Support with clinical audits around prescribing of medication and medicine safety to support QoFReview of this Job DescriptionThis job description is intended as an outline indicator of general areas of activity and will be amended in the light of changing service needs. This job description is to be reviewed in conjunction with the post holder.General InformationAt all times promote and maintain the safety of children by working according the Practices Child Protection Policy and supporting guidance. Being pro-active and responsive to child protection concerns by early reporting, recording and referral of issues according to Practice arrangements. Attending child protection training that is appropriate to your role.ConfidentialityThe post holder will maintain appropriate confidentiality of information relating to commercially sensitive matters in regard to Practice business, and also to personal information relating to members of staff and patients. The post holder will be expected to comply with all aspects of the Data Protection Act (2018), the Staff Code of Confidentiality and the IT Security and Acceptable Use Policy.Equality & DiversityBanbury Cross Health Centre & Principal Medical LTD are committed to achieving equality of opportunity for all staff and for those who access services. You must work in accordance with equal opportunity policies/procedures and promote the equality and diversity agenda of the Practice.SafeguardingAll employees have a duty for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Staff must be aware of the Practices procedure for raising concerns about the welfare of anyone with whom they have contact. All staff must be compliant with L3 safeguarding.Risk Management / Health and SafetyEmployees must be aware of the responsibilities placed on them for ensuring the safety of our patients, service users, visitors and colleagues under the Practices Risk Management Strategy and policy and under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974. All employees are expected to be familiar with and comply with the Practices risk and health and safety policies and procedures and all other policies and procedures relevant to their role.Records ManagementThe post holder has responsibility for the timely and accurate creation, maintenance and storage of records in accordance with Practice policy, including email documents and with regard to the Data Protection Act, The Freedom of Information Act and any other relevant statutory requirements.Clinical GovernanceThe post holder will be expected to participate in clinical governance activities to assist the Practice to provide high quality services.Policies & ProceduresPractice employees are expected to follow Practice policies, procedures and guidance as well as professional standards and guidelines. Copies of Practice policies can be accessed via the staff intranet or TeamNet or via your manager.Review of Job DescriptionThis job description is not an exhaustive list of duties, but is intended to give a general indication of the range of work undertaken within this new role.Work will vary in detail in the light of changing demands and priorities, and therefore the duties identified will be subject to periodic change/review, in consultation with the post holder. All employees have a responsibility to abide by all Practice Policies.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of using IT systems i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
- Minimum of 5 years post qualification
- Experience of providing training / education to student pharmacists within a relatable clinical setting
- Proven ability to manage a team of staff
- Maintain good working relationships across a range of staff levels, both internally and externally
- Experience of creating and delivering personal development plans
- Experience managing performance within a clinical setting
- Experience of working within the General Practice environment
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Pharmacist registered with the GPhC
- Completed PCPEP
- Independent & Supplementary Prescriber
Desirable
- Mentor / Education delivery qualification e.g. PGCert in medical education
Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of using IT systems i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Minimum of 5 years post qualification Experience of providing training / education to student pharmacists within a relatable clinical setting Proven ability to manage a team of staff Maintain good working relationships across a range of staff levels, both internally and externally Experience of creating and delivering personal development plans Experience managing performance within a clinical setting Experience of working within the General Practice environment Qualifications Essential Qualified Pharmacist registered with the GPhC Completed PCPEP Independent & Supplementary Prescriber Desirable Mentor / Education delivery qualification e.g. PGCert in medical education
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
Banbury Cross Health Centre
Address
Banbury Cross Health Centre
6 Oxford Road
Banbury
Oxfordshire
OX16 9AD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.banburycrosshealthcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Banbury Cross Health Centre
Address
Banbury Cross Health Centre
6 Oxford Road
Banbury
Oxfordshire
OX16 9AD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.banburycrosshealthcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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