Job summary

Whittington Health is an Integrated Care Organisation; this provides a huge range of exciting opportunities for Pharmacists wishing to develop their career and clinical skills. The Pharmacy Department is innovative and forward thinking; this is reflected in the huge range of roles that are already established and in development. The Department is hugely supportive and actively encourages creative thinking to improve services, patient experience and to develop new roles, drawing on strengths and experiences of the team.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, resourceful Pharmacist who enjoys working in a busy multidisciplinary environment, is a great team player and demonstrates excellent interpersonal and communication skills. We want all our staff to reach their full potential, to ensure this we provide a safe, open and non-restrictive platform to learn, develop and progress.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will join a team of dynamic, senior rotational pharmacists to gain experience in a number of rotations (please see job description for complete list).As well as developing clinical skills, the post holder will be expected to enhance their managerial and leadership skills through:

• Participation in multidisciplinary ward and board rounds delivering and promoting high quality, cost-effective, patient-focused prescribing and medicines use
• Participation in practice and clinical research and audit
• Contributing to the development and implementation of new pharmacy services, guidelines, policies and procedures
• Supporting Lead Pharmacists and Divisions to effectively manage medication expenditure
• Participation in the education, training and supervision of pharmacy, medical and nursing staff and other allied healthcare professionals

About us

Whittington Health serves a richly diverse population and works hard to ensure that all our services are fair and equally accessible to everyone. Nowhere is this more obvious than in the way we look after our staff. We aim to employ a workforce which is as representative as possible of this population, so we are open to the value of differences in age, disability, gender, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, sexual orientation, and religion or belief. The Trust believes that as a public sector organisation we have an obligation to have recruitment, training, promotion and other formal employment policies and procedures that are sensitive to these differences. We think that by doing so, we are better able to treat our patients as well as being a better place to work.

Job summary

Are you a team player? Are you ready to take the next exciting step in the development of your career in patient facing role?

Come and join our friendly and supportive team if you would like the opportunity to contribute to the development of the pharmacy service provided to our Acute Medical Unit (AMU). This is a great opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician who is clinically experienced or a Pharmacy Technician who is just starting out in their career and wanting to enhance their clinical skills, looking to work in patient facing role.

Our two AMUs admit up to 90 new patients every day and we have a team of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and a pharmacy assistant permanently based on the units. Our priorities are to ensure early medicines reconciliation for all our patients and rapid provision of discharge medication.

This is a fast-paced environment, and we are seeking individuals who can work as part of a multidisciplinary team, as our admissions team services are very much embedded in the wider ward teams.

Main duties of the job

We cover extended hours (8am -6pm) using our proven model of shift working. Team members work compressed hours - working 9 hours each shift, including 1 in 6 weekends with one set day days rest each week. The existing team members enjoy the flexible working pattern and working as part of a close-knit team.

Shifts benefits include:

• rota prepared months in advance enabling swaps and flexibility in working
• 1 scheduled day of rest in each 7-day period
• 1 extra days rest around working weekend
• facility to book annual leave at relatively short notice
• dispensary cover to help keep up to date with dispensing and ACT skills

• immense opportunities for clinical learning in a fast-paced environment

The post holder will contribute to the delivery of the specialist pharmacy service to the AMU seven days per week. The post is wholly based on the AMU's and involves playing a key role in medicines reconciliation and facilitating rapid discharge by means of our satellite dispensaries.

You will be a qualified pharmacy technician, registered with the GPhC, preferably with previous experience in hospital pharmacy, although community experience is also valuable.

Excellent communication skills are essential as the post holder will be required to provide counselling, advice and information to patients, nurses and medical staff.

About us

East Lancashire Hospitals has a history of innovation and is an exciting place to work. We have a live full Electronic Patient Record, which incorporates ePrescribing and medicines reconciliation activities. We were the first Trust in the country to launch Refer-to-Pharmacy. The pharmacy teams utilise ELHT's unique e-patient tracking system to identify and target patients requiring medicines reconciliation, and as an e-pharmaceutical care planning tool.

The successful candidate will be supported to develop themselves as well as the service they are responsible for, in a friendly and forward-thinking organisation.

If you want to make a difference, are passionate about patient care, then there has never been a better time to join our team.

Details

Date posted

16 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year plus shift allowance

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Compressed hours

Reference number

435-D166-26

Job locations

Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital

Haslingden Road

Blackburn

BB3 2HH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

See attached Job Description for full details

JOB SUMMARY

• support the Assistant Directors of Pharmacy in providing a high quality, cost effective and efficient patient centred pharmacy service to the Trust
• work in partnership on the Acute Medical Unit (AMU); with the Pharmacy team leader in the provision of a high quality, cost effective and efficient patient centred pharmacy service to the Trust
• maintain and develop the highest standards of patient-focused care in the provision of technical services
• support the governance and medicines risk management agenda locally
• support the development of the technician and assistant teams to complement and facilitate multidisciplinary working
• act as a role model in the field of clinical technician pharmacy practice and provide a consistently high level of pharmaceutical service in line with corporate objectives and government initiatives
• support the agreed policies and procedures for safe medicines use and support mechanisms to promote high quality medicine use, effective risk management, clinical governance and adherence to Trust policies and guidelines concerning medicines use
• contribute to the development of the service
• support the professional development of technicians and assistants

Job description Job responsibilities See attached Job Description for full details JOB SUMMARY support the Assistant Directors of Pharmacy in providing a high quality, cost effective and efficient patient centred pharmacy service to the Trust work in partnership on the Acute Medical Unit (AMU); with the Pharmacy team leader in the provision of a high quality, cost effective and efficient patient centred pharmacy service to the Trust maintain and develop the highest standards of patient-focused care in the provision of technical services support the governance and medicines risk management agenda locally support the development of the technician and assistant teams to complement and facilitate multidisciplinary working act as a role model in the field of clinical technician pharmacy practice and provide a consistently high level of pharmaceutical service in line with corporate objectives and government initiatives support the agreed policies and procedures for safe medicines use and support mechanisms to promote high quality medicine use, effective risk management, clinical governance and adherence to Trust policies and guidelines concerning medicines use contribute to the development of the service support the professional development of technicians and assistants

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered with the GPhC - or about to qualify to join the register
• NVQ Level 3 Pharmacy Services or equivalent qualification - approved for registration with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)

Desirable

• BTec Accuracy Checking Technician Qualification

Special Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of local and national NHS and Pharmaceutical Policy
• Understanding of medicines legislation and guidance i.e. Medicines Act, Misuse of Drugs Act, Safe and Secure Handling of Medicines, Medicine Guidance Notes, MHRA Alerts
• Understanding of clinical and risk management guidance as applied to Medicines Management

Experience

Essential

• Practice in one or more relevant areas
• Ability to deal with clinical issues
• Working within GMP/GDP/GCP guidelines
• Understanding of medicines management procedures

Desirable

• Experience of working in primary or secondary care
• Ability to maintain and report on records and statistics

Judgement

Essential

• Ability to maintain and report on records and statistics
• Reflects on own practice and learns from experience
• Knows when to consult (own limitations)

Communication Skills

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication including formal presentations
• Able to communicate information of a technical, clinical, or managerial nature
• Ability to prioritise demands on service and plan workload of self and others

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Prioritises and meets deadlines
• Can balance strong leadership and working within a team
• Calm under pressure

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered with the GPhC - or about to qualify to join the register NVQ Level 3 Pharmacy Services or equivalent qualification - approved for registration with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) Desirable BTec Accuracy Checking Technician Qualification Special Knowledge Essential Understanding of local and national NHS and Pharmaceutical Policy Understanding of medicines legislation and guidance i.e. Medicines Act, Misuse of Drugs Act, Safe and Secure Handling of Medicines, Medicine Guidance Notes, MHRA Alerts Understanding of clinical and risk management guidance as applied to Medicines Management Experience Essential Practice in one or more relevant areas Ability to deal with clinical issues Working within GMP/GDP/GCP guidelines Understanding of medicines management procedures Desirable Experience of working in primary or secondary care Ability to maintain and report on records and statistics Judgement Essential Ability to maintain and report on records and statistics Reflects on own practice and learns from experience Knows when to consult (own limitations) Communication Skills Essential Excellent verbal and written communication including formal presentations Able to communicate information of a technical, clinical, or managerial nature Ability to prioritise demands on service and plan workload of self and others Personal Qualities Essential Prioritises and meets deadlines Can balance strong leadership and working within a team Calm under pressure

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 Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital

Haslingden Road

Blackburn

BB3 2HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://jobs.elht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital

Haslingden Road

Blackburn

BB3 2HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://jobs.elht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Are you a pharmacist who is passionate about developing your knowledge and skills in general practice, while making a meaningful difference to patient care?

Our PCN continues to support its Arc Primary Care pharmacy team with additional roles and resources, during this period of developing and restructuring we are looking for clinical pharmacists to join the growing pharmacy team, to work alongside our existing workforce of senior clinical pharmacists, clinical pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.

The posts available are at:

The Brimington Surgery, previous Winners of the Primary Care Practice Team of the year, based on Church Street in Brimington, a busy village on the outskirts of Chesterfield

Inspire Health, whose in house pharmacy team, including two experienced advanced pharmacists, support a broad range of dynamic and enhanced roles for pharmacy professionals, based in Avenue House Surgery in central Chesterfield and the Hasland Medical Centre.

We are looking for clinicians who are committed to improving patient care and passionate about clinical pharmacy.

Whilst experience of working in general practice and an independent prescriber qualification are preferable, pharmacists with limited general practice experience, including newly qualified pharmacists, would be considered.

The post holders would be supported in enrolling on, and completing, the CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway (PCPEP), where not already completed.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work within their clinical competencies as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality clinical medicines management.

The role will include providing patient facing Structured Medication Reviews (SMRs), supporting the management of long term conditions, optimising medicines at transfer of care, and contributing to systems that promote safer prescribing. The post holder will also support the management of repeat prescription authorisations and reauthorisations, as well as acute prescription requests, ensuring prescribing remains safe, effective, and aligned with best practice.

In undertaking this role, the post holder will address both the public health and wider social care needs of patients registered at GP practices within the Primary Care Network (PCN). They will work collaboratively with the wider practice and PCN teams to improve health outcomes and reduce healthcare inequalities.

The post holder will receive clinical supervision, mentorship, and professional support from senior and lead clinical pharmacists, who will support the development, governance, and oversight of their role.

This role is central to improving the quality of care, patient experience, and operational efficiency within general practice and therefore requires a high level of motivation, professionalism, and commitment to service improvement.

About us

The Chesterfield and Dronfield Primary Care Network (PCN) is one of the largest in the UK, delivering care to more than 100,000 patients across Chesterfield and Dronfield, on the doorstep of the Peak District.

We deliver enhanced services within the PCN designed to support and enhance the services offered by our member GP Practices within Chesterfield. We do this by employing staff to work through the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme and finding innovative and sustainable solutions to the changing needs of the Practices; we bid for contracts to help tackle health inequalities and drive up standards of care within the Chesterfield and Dronfield locality.

Our mission: Committed to high quality collaborative person-centred care. Delivered with integrity and transparency, improving health and wellbeing for all.

Benefits of working with us:

• NHS Pension Scheme, offering flexible retirement choices, an ill health retirement pension, life assurance and optional lump sum on retirement
• On appointment 27 days plus 8 Bank Holiday annual leave entitlement which rises annually with length of service up to 33 days (pro rata for part time staff)
• Up 5 days professional/study leave per annum (pro rata)
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme
• Blue light Card Discount

Arc Primary Care is not an Agenda for Change organisation but does offer structured meritorious pay progression.

Interviews for this post will be held at Dunston Innovation Centre, face to face, on Tuesday 13 October.

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Long Lartin,

HMP Long Lartin is a Category A male prison with a capacity of 620 inmates located in the village of South Littleton in the Wychavon district in Worcestershire.

We offer a challenging, yet rewarding to learn and grow your career in healthcare, where you will be fully supported, and no two days are ever the same!

Due to the location of HMP Long Lartin you will ideally be a car driver.

Hours

• Monday Sunday
• 37.5 hours per week
• Weekdays & Weekend shift patters -7.30am 8pm
• 1.5 week in a month

Salary

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £29,264 - £33,510 per annum FTE - 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
• 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.

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Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Pentonville, a category B Prison located in London. In this role you will have the opportunity to provide the highest standards of healthcare to our patients, without having to compromise on efficiency.

Hours

Salary

This position is full time working 37.5 hrs per week and youll receive an annual salary up to £45,331

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

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.

• Assist with the provision and delivery of an integrated, safe, legal, high-quality prison pharmaceutical service.
• Work within the healthcare department and hold direct patient contact, which will be part be of a comprehensive healthcare package, based on the prison services needs.
• Deliver the highest standard of care to clients in line with National Guidelines.

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

• 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

• 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

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 Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Stafford, a category C Prison located in West Midlands.

HMP Stafford is a male prison with a capacity of 753, 45% of the population is over 50's.

Hours

• Monday - Sunday service
• 37.5 per week over 4 days
• 7.45am - 5.30pm
• 1 weekend 3 and to work bank holiday as they fall within the rota
• 6 week rolling rota

Salary

This position is full time contract, youll receive an annual salary between £29,264 - £33,510 per annum FTE - 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
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• 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.

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Job summary

About the role

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Gartree, a category B Prison located in Market Harborough, Leicestershire

The pharmacy within the healthcare department is responsible for dispensing, ordering, prescription rewriting, stock control, and medication checks. The team consists of four staff members.

• Onsite Parking
• Onsite Gym
• Career and Development opportunities

Hours:

• Monday - Sunday service
• 37.5 hours per week
• 7.30am - 5pm
• 1 weekend in 4

Salary

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary between £34,428 - £41,658 per annum FTE - 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 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
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• 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.

#LI-AS1

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Stocken, a category C Prison located in Oakham.

Hours

• Monday - Sunday service
• Weekdays 7.30am - 5.30pm
• Weekends and Bank Holidays 8.30am - 5.30pm

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary between £34,428 - £41,659 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
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• 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.

#LI-AS1

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Altcourse a category B Prison located in Fazakerley, Liverpool.

HMP Altcourse is the busiest remand prison in the country with a capacity of 1164 males, there's lots going on in this exciting, varied role, where you will gain valuable experience, and no 2 days are ever the same!

Hours

• Monday - Sunday servic
• 37.5 hours per week
• Various shifts covering between Weekday 7am - 10pm - 11 hour shifts

Salary

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary between £34,428 - £41,658 per annum FTE - 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
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• 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.

#LI-AS1

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a BANK Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Lancaster Farms, a category C Prison located in outskirts of Lancaster, Lancashire.

• Training development opportunities
• Onsite Parking
• Access to gym

BANK Hours:

• Monday - Friday 7.30am - 5.30pm
• Weekends - 8am - 5.30pm

BANK Hourly rate:

• Weekdays - £21.76
• Weekdays - £23.61
• Bank Holidays - £28.33

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
• 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.

#LI-AS1

Job summary

As a member of the Pharmacy technicianteam,you will provide safe and effective pharmacy support to the dispensary and adult wards within UHBW. You will develop your existing professional, technical and clinical skills through your own continuing professional development to provide and service of excellence to both patients and staff alike.

This role includes 4 days aweek commitment to dispensing and checking of medicines within the dispensary and1day a week embedded in one of the ward-based adult clinical teams: medicine, surgery, cardiacservicesand critical care.

The post holder willbe requiredto work shifts including late duties,weekendsand Bank Holidays on a rota basis.

Progression from a band 4 to band 5 will be subject to successful completion of the 4/5 pathway framework.

Previous applicants need not apply. This vacancy may close earlier than advertised.

Main duties of the job

• Provide patient-facing pharmacy services within specialist clinical teams.
• Complete medicines reconciliation and verify medication histories.
• Support safe and effective use of medicines throughout admission and discharge.
• Assist pharmacists in identifying and resolving medication-related issues.
• Support Patient Own Drugs (PODs) and One-Stop Dispensing (OSD) schemes.
• Undertake final accuracy checking of dispensed medicines where accredited.
• Liaise with patients, carers, ward staff, prescribers, and community healthcare providers.
• Prioritise workload to ensure timely and safe patient care.
• Maintain accurate records using pharmacy and electronic patient systems.
• Support staff training, induction, and supervision.
• Participate in audits, quality improvement, and service development initiatives.
• Maintain professional competence through continuing professional development.
• Work collaboratively across pharmacy services to ensure effective service delivery.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.

With an annual turnover of 2.6 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom.

Chaired by Ingrid Barker and led by Maria Kane as Chief Executive, Bristol NHS Foundation Trust aims to transform the way healthcare is delivered locally with a clear focus on making a difference for what we call our Four Ps:

• Better outcomes for ourPatients
• More opportunities for our People
• Fairer more consistent care for ourPopulation
• Best Value for Public Purse

Our vision for five years from now:

• Patients will wait less time to be diagnosed and treated, and they will have the same high-quality experience and outcomes, regardless of who they are or where they live.
• We will meet rising demand by maximising the use of our available resources.
• More care will be delivered nearer to patients, in their homes or the community.
• Digital technologies will have transformed the way we work and the way we deliver care.
• Our people will feel engaged, energised and empowered by their work.
• We will be known as a place where people enjoy working, training and building a career.
• Our volume of globally renowned research and innovation will have grown significantly.
• We will contribute to system financial balance

Details

Date posted

16 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £39,043 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours

Reference number

387-DT0757-NG-A

Job locations

Main Dispensary, Bristol Royal Infirmary

Marlborough street

Bristol

BS28HW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Dispensing Services

• Dispense medication accurately for inpatients, outpatients, day cases and patients being discharged.
• Assess prescriptions for completeness and clarify discrepancies with pharmacists, prescribers and nursing staff when appropriate.
• Accurately generate dispensing labels and assemble medicines according to prescriptions and SOPs.
• Maintain accurate dispensing records using pharmacy computer systems.
• Ensure all medicines are supplied safely and within required timescales

Ward-Based Services

• Participate in ward-based pharmacy services.
• Assist with the management of patients' own drugs and One-Stop Dispensing schemes.
• Liaise with ward staff regarding medication supply issues.
• Support the timely discharge of patients by facilitating prompt medication supply.

Accuracy and Quality

• Maintain high standards of accuracy in all pharmacy activities.
• Undertake final accuracy checking if accredited and authorised to do so.
• Identify and report dispensing incidents, near misses and risks.
• Contribute to service improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Stock Management

• Monitor and maintain stock levels within dispensary and ward areas.
• Ensure medicines are stored correctly and securely.
• Participate in stock rotation and expiry date checking.
• Assist with receipt, storage and distribution of pharmaceutical products.
• Support management of controlled stationery and emergency stock items as required.

Communication

• Communicate effectively with patients, carers and healthcare professionals.
• Respond professionally to medication and supply enquiries.
• Escalate complex clinical or operational issues to senior staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with Information Governance requirements

Training and Supervision

• Support the induction and training of pharmacy assistants, apprentices and new staff.
• Share knowledge and promote good practice within the team.
• Participate in competency assessments where appropriate.
• Act as a positive role model for professional behaviour and patient-centred care.
• INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

• Use pharmacy computer systems and electronic prescribing systems effectively.
• Maintain accurate electronic records relating to dispensing and medicines management.
• Ensure data quality and compliance with Trust documentation standards. [technician...template) | Word]

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Adhere to GPhC Standards for Pharmacy Professionals.
• Participate in continuing professional development (CPD) and mandatory training.
• Work within own competency and seek support when required.
• Contribute to audits, quality improvement projects and service developments

Please be aware that this vacancy may be closed prior to the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Job description Job responsibilities Dispensing Services Dispense medication accurately for inpatients, outpatients, day cases and patients being discharged. Assess prescriptions for completeness and clarify discrepancies with pharmacists, prescribers and nursing staff when appropriate. Accurately generate dispensing labels and assemble medicines according to prescriptions and SOPs. Maintain accurate dispensing records using pharmacy computer systems. Ensure all medicines are supplied safely and within required timescales Ward-Based Services Participate in ward-based pharmacy services. Assist with the management of patients' own drugs and One-Stop Dispensing schemes. Liaise with ward staff regarding medication supply issues. Support the timely discharge of patients by facilitating prompt medication supply. Accuracy and Quality Maintain high standards of accuracy in all pharmacy activities. Undertake final accuracy checking if accredited and authorised to do so. Identify and report dispensing incidents, near misses and risks. Contribute to service improvement and patient safety initiatives. Stock Management Monitor and maintain stock levels within dispensary and ward areas. Ensure medicines are stored correctly and securely. Participate in stock rotation and expiry date checking. Assist with receipt, storage and distribution of pharmaceutical products. Support management of controlled stationery and emergency stock items as required. Communication Communicate effectively with patients, carers and healthcare professionals. Respond professionally to medication and supply enquiries. Escalate complex clinical or operational issues to senior staff. Maintain confidentiality and comply with Information Governance requirements Training and Supervision Support the induction and training of pharmacy assistants, apprentices and new staff. Share knowledge and promote good practice within the team. Participate in competency assessments where appropriate. Act as a positive role model for professional behaviour and patient-centred care. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Use pharmacy computer systems and electronic prescribing systems effectively. Maintain accurate electronic records relating to dispensing and medicines management. Ensure data quality and compliance with Trust documentation standards. [technician...template) | Word] Professional Responsibilities Maintain registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Adhere to GPhC Standards for Pharmacy Professionals. Participate in continuing professional development (CPD) and mandatory training. Work within own competency and seek support when required. Contribute to audits, quality improvement projects and service developments Please be aware that this vacancy may be closed prior to the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (Or in-process)E (A)
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Accredited Medicines Optimisation Technician (Essential within 12 months of appointment)
• Accredited Accuracy Checking Technician (Essential within 12 months of appointment)

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good time management
• Computer literate
• Ability to work alone and in a team
• Flexible and adaptive approach
• Committed to providing a high quality pharmacy service
• Evidence of self-motivation and direction

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working within a clinical patient-facing environment
• Proven ability to dispense medicines accurately without errors

Desirable

• Previous experience of supporting, training and teaching of others
• Previous participation in audit or quality improvement work

Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (Or in-process)E (A) Evidence of continuing professional development Desirable Accredited Medicines Optimisation Technician (Essential within 12 months of appointment) Accredited Accuracy Checking Technician (Essential within 12 months of appointment) Knowledge, skills and abilities Essential Good oral and written communication skills Good interpersonal skills Good time management Computer literate Ability to work alone and in a team Flexible and adaptive approach Committed to providing a high quality pharmacy service Evidence of self-motivation and direction Experience Essential Previous experience of working within a clinical patient-facing environment Proven ability to dispense medicines accurately without errors Desirable Previous experience of supporting, training and teaching of others Previous participation in audit or quality improvement work

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Main Dispensary, Bristol Royal Infirmary

Marlborough street

Bristol

BS28HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Main Dispensary, Bristol Royal Infirmary

Marlborough street

Bristol

BS28HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

As part of a team of Clinical Pharmacists and technicians you will be responsible for providing safe and effective medicines optimisation services to patients referred into the Integrated Pharmacy Team (IPT) and agreed community hospital sites. In addition, you will provide pharmaceutical advice to a range of specialist services.

You will develop an expertise in the optimisation of medicines in frailty, working with multidisciplinary teams to ensure that we achieve the best medicines related outcomes for the patients we serve.

Main duties of the job

• Optimising medicines choice through medication review for patients in their own home or community hospital setting
• Ensuring safe transfer of care into community hospitals including medicines reconciliation
• Participation in KCHFT and primary care network (PCN) multidisciplinary team patient reviews
• Assessment of concordance and implementation of appropriate interventions
• Providing responses to medication queries
• Provision of legal and ethical advice as appropriate for the service provision
• Undertaking clinical development and contributing to the development of others
• Supporting training to staff within the pharmacy service
• Where required undertake training to become and independent prescriber
• Supporting and facilitating Quality Improvement (QI)
• Liaising with key stakeholders in order to explore identified risk areas

About us

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust is due to integrate with Medway Community Healthcare on 1 October 2026. Following integration and to align our community services to the new Neighbourhood Model of care delivery, there will be a period of consultation which may result in changes affecting some services, teams or roles. Depending on the area you are applying to work in, this could include potential changes to your role, work base, reporting arrangements, or terms and conditions of employment. Any changes would be subject to consultation and managed sensitively and in line with relevant employment processes. Please do contact the recruiting manager if you have any concerns about this so they can answer any questions you might have.

Rated 'Outstanding' by CQC, we deliver high-quality care that improves the health of our communities. We are looking for people who share our values:Compassionate, Aspirational, Responsive and Excellent.

We are proud to be an inclusive, welcoming organisation and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We use protected characteristic information for monitoring only and it is not seen by recruiting managers, except where applicants choose to be considered under our disability guaranteed interview scheme.

We know life outside work matters.As a flexible working-friendly organisation, we welcome conversations about arrangements that help you thrive while supporting excellent care for our patients.

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Details

Date posted

15 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year pro rata, per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

846-8010955-TS-B

Job locations

Trinity House

Ashford

TN25 4AZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further.

The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.

Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.

We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.

At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.

Find out more about the community difference here.

Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Job description Job responsibilities As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further. The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert. We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job. At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve. Find out more about the community difference here. Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Person Specification

Qualifications, training and experience

Essential

• MSc in Pharmacy (entry level for pharmacy)
• Registration with General Pharmaceutical Council
• Post registration community or hospital experience
• Understanding of practical medicines management issues in community based services
• Commitment to mandatory continual professional development (CPD)

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Understanding of patient centred medicines optimisation including deprescribing
• Expertise on legal and ethical pharmaceutical issues in all areas relating to community health services
• Experience and knowledge of the supply, distribution, storage and administration of pharmaceuticals in Community Hospital and Primary Care settings
• Knowledge of risk management and assurance issues relating to all aspects of medicines use
• Knowledge of other professions and their registering bodies e.g. Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
• Knowledge of the changing NHS environment and structures
• Understanding of Government Policy and vision for the development of prescribing and pharmacy Services
• Knowledge of storage, use and disposal of pharmaceutical products with due regard to local and national policies
• Understanding of the concepts of Clinical Governance

Working Environment

Essential

• A full, valid UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) and the ability to travel independently are essential for this role. Should you require workplace adjustments under the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to supporting you to meet the mobility requirements of the role wherever possible.

Person Specification Qualifications, training and experience Essential MSc in Pharmacy (entry level for pharmacy) Registration with General Pharmaceutical Council Post registration community or hospital experience Understanding of practical medicines management issues in community based services Commitment to mandatory continual professional development (CPD) Knowledge and skills Essential Understanding of patient centred medicines optimisation including deprescribing Expertise on legal and ethical pharmaceutical issues in all areas relating to community health services Experience and knowledge of the supply, distribution, storage and administration of pharmaceuticals in Community Hospital and Primary Care settings Knowledge of risk management and assurance issues relating to all aspects of medicines use Knowledge of other professions and their registering bodies e.g. Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Knowledge of the changing NHS environment and structures Understanding of Government Policy and vision for the development of prescribing and pharmacy Services Knowledge of storage, use and disposal of pharmaceutical products with due regard to local and national policies Understanding of the concepts of Clinical Governance Working Environment Essential A full, valid UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) and the ability to travel independently are essential for this role. Should you require workplace adjustments under the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to supporting you to meet the mobility requirements of the role wherever possible.

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

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trinity House

Ashford

TN25 4AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trinity House

Ashford

TN25 4AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you passionate about delivering safe and efficient medication management in a specialist care setting? Join our team at Thornford Park Hospital and play a vital role in supporting service users and the multidisciplinary team while ensuring compliance with company procedures and best practice standards. This is a full-time position for 37.5 hours per week. You will have the opportunity to make a real difference by driving excellence in medication management and contributing to the wellbeing of people with mental health needs. In this role, you will work alongside the GP service, nursing teams and our pharmacy provider to ensure medications are ordered, dispensed and received on site in a timely manner. You will act on safety alerts, maintain secure storage of medications and attend monthly multidisciplinary meetings to support collaborative care planning. Your responsibilities will include contributing to clinical governance, participating in audits and liaising with pharmacy and nursing staff to continuously improve service delivery.

Main duties of the job

Are you passionate about delivering safe and efficient medication management in a specialist care setting? Join our team at Thornford Park Hospital and play a vital role in supporting service users and the multidisciplinary team while ensuring compliance with company procedures and best practice standards. This is a full-time position for 37.5 hours per week. You will have the opportunity to make a real difference by driving excellence in medication management and contributing to the wellbeing of people with mental health needs. In this role, you will work alongside the GP service, nursing teams, and our pharmacy provider to ensure medications are ordered, dispensed, and received on-site in a timely manner. Act on safety alerts, maintain secure storage of medications, and attend monthly multidisciplinary meetings to support collaborative care planning. Responsibilities include contributing to clinical governance, participating in audits, and liaising with pharmacy and nursing staff to continuously improve service delivery.

About us

Elysium Healthcare has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, and Children & Education services, there are excellent opportunities for career progression and development. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care, with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people worldwide. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment practices for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is their individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All successful candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.

Details

Date posted

15 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£33,000 to £36,500 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1551566344

Job locations

Elysium Healthcare

Thatcham

RG19 8ET

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you passionate about delivering safe and efficient medication management in a specialist care setting? Join our team at Thornford Park Hospital and play a vital role in supporting service users and the multidisciplinary team while ensuring compliance with company procedures and best practice standards.

This is a full-time position for 37.5 hours per week. You will have the opportunity to make a real difference by driving excellence in medication management and contributing to the wellbeing of people with mental health needs.

In this role, you will work alongside the GP service, nursing teams and our pharmacy provider to ensure medications are ordered, dispensed and received on site in a timely manner. You will act on safety alerts, maintain secure storage of medications and attend monthly multidisciplinary meetings to support collaborative care planning. Your responsibilities will include contributing to clinical governance, participating in audits and liaising with pharmacy and nursing staff to continuously improve service delivery.

You will provide visibility and support across departments, ensuring both clinical and non-clinical teams have access to pharmacy expertise throughout the working week. Escalating quality concerns, maintaining professional standards, and ensuring compliance with GPhC guidance will be central to your role. You will also deliver staff training relevant to medication management and support service development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Work alongside the GP service, Multidisciplinary Team and identified pharmacy provider to ensure medications are ordered, dispensed and received on site in a timely manner.

• Act on any safety alerts provided by the wider company to ensure service user safety is prioritised.

• Ensure safe storage of medications in collaboration with nursing teams.

• Attend monthly multidisciplinary meetings and participate as appropriate.

• Contribute to clinical governance, ensuring any change to practice or local policy is directed through this forum.

• Maintain professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).

• Ensure professional accreditations are maintained in line with GPhC guidance.

• Escalate any quality concerns or incidents in line with company policy.

• Work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical colleagues.

• Ensure departments have access to Pharmacy Technician support throughout the working week.

• Liaise with the pharmacy provider and nursing staff to support service development.

• Participate in audits to drive continuous improvement and service development.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• GPhC Registration.

• Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians (or a BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences).

• A minimum of two years of supervised, practical experience in a pharmacy setting.

• BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians or equivalent experience and qualifications.

Where you will be working

Location: Thornford Park, Crookham Hill, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 8ET

Thornford Park offers a seamless integrated pathway, supporting and empowering service users throughout their recovery and rehabilitation journey. The hospital provides medium and low secure services, rehabilitation wards, and Psychiatric Intensive Care Units (PICUs), all set within 21 acres of picturesque Berkshire countryside. This therapeutic environment enables service users to receive high-quality, recovery-focused care in a safe and supportive setting.

What you will get:

• Annual base salary of £33,000 - £36,500

• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave during the annual benefits selection window.

• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals.

• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform, Ely-Vate; your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits and wellbeing support.

• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

• Access to a Blue Light Card, providing a range of exclusive offers and discounts.

• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind.

• Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need them, alongside financial wellbeing support and savings options.

• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion.

• Enhanced Maternity Package.

• Pension contribution to help secure your future.

About your next employer:

Elysium Healthcare has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, and Children & Education services, there are excellent opportunities for career progression and development.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care, with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people worldwide.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment practices for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is their individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All successful candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.

Job description Job responsibilities Are you passionate about delivering safe and efficient medication management in a specialist care setting? Join our team at Thornford Park Hospital and play a vital role in supporting service users and the multidisciplinary team while ensuring compliance with company procedures and best practice standards. This is a full-time position for 37.5 hours per week. You will have the opportunity to make a real difference by driving excellence in medication management and contributing to the wellbeing of people with mental health needs. In this role, you will work alongside the GP service, nursing teams and our pharmacy provider to ensure medications are ordered, dispensed and received on site in a timely manner. You will act on safety alerts, maintain secure storage of medications and attend monthly multidisciplinary meetings to support collaborative care planning. Your responsibilities will include contributing to clinical governance, participating in audits and liaising with pharmacy and nursing staff to continuously improve service delivery. You will provide visibility and support across departments, ensuring both clinical and non-clinical teams have access to pharmacy expertise throughout the working week. Escalating quality concerns, maintaining professional standards, and ensuring compliance with GPhC guidance will be central to your role. You will also deliver staff training relevant to medication management and support service development initiatives. Key Responsibilities Work alongside the GP service, Multidisciplinary Team and identified pharmacy provider to ensure medications are ordered, dispensed and received on site in a timely manner. Act on any safety alerts provided by the wider company to ensure service user safety is prioritised. Ensure safe storage of medications in collaboration with nursing teams. Attend monthly multidisciplinary meetings and participate as appropriate. Contribute to clinical governance, ensuring any change to practice or local policy is directed through this forum. Maintain professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Ensure professional accreditations are maintained in line with GPhC guidance. Escalate any quality concerns or incidents in line with company policy. Work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical colleagues. Ensure departments have access to Pharmacy Technician support throughout the working week. Liaise with the pharmacy provider and nursing staff to support service development. Participate in audits to drive continuous improvement and service development. To be successful in this role, you will have: GPhC Registration. Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians (or a BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences). A minimum of two years of supervised, practical experience in a pharmacy setting. BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians or equivalent experience and qualifications. Where you will be working Location: Thornford Park, Crookham Hill, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 8ET Thornford Park offers a seamless integrated pathway, supporting and empowering service users throughout their recovery and rehabilitation journey. The hospital provides medium and low secure services, rehabilitation wards, and Psychiatric Intensive Care Units (PICUs), all set within 21 acres of picturesque Berkshire countryside. This therapeutic environment enables service users to receive high-quality, recovery-focused care in a safe and supportive setting. What you will get: Annual base salary of £33,000 - £36,500 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave during the annual benefits selection window. Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals. Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform, Ely-Vate; your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits and wellbeing support. Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance. Access to a Blue Light Card, providing a range of exclusive offers and discounts. Life Assurance, for added peace of mind. Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need them, alongside financial wellbeing support and savings options. 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion. Enhanced Maternity Package. Pension contribution to help secure your future. About your next employer: Elysium Healthcare has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, and Children & Education services, there are excellent opportunities for career progression and development. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care, with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people worldwide. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment practices for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is their individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All successful candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GPhC Registration. Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians (or a BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences). A minimum of two years of supervised, practical experience in a pharmacy setting. BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians or equivalent experience and qualifications.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential GPhC Registration. Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians (or a BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences). A minimum of two years of supervised, practical experience in a pharmacy setting. BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians or equivalent experience and qualifications.

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

Elysium Healthcare

Address

Elysium Healthcare

Thatcham

RG19 8ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Elysium Healthcare

Address

Elysium Healthcare

Thatcham

RG19 8ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Are you ready to unlock your potential within a challenging, creative and fast paced work environment? Do you want to work with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past?

This is an excellent opportunity for a Clinical Pharmacist to join our team of diverse, talented healthcare professionals to deliver care that is not only efficient but deeply centred on the patient.

Our healthcare team have a real impact on promoting health and well-being to those in prison and we pride ourselves on using skills and strategies that instil hope for patient's future resettlement back into the community. We directly deliver Mental Health, Physical Health, Pharmacy and Clinical Substance Misuse in an integrated healthcare delivery model to provide effective and responsive care to improve wellbeing and support better outcomes in the future.

This position isn't just a job; it's a chance to blend your clinical knowledge, personal skills and a commitment to delivering the highest standards of care in an environment that is as rewarding as it is challenging.

Main duties of the job

To provide clinical pharmacy services to the allocated prisons and support the pharmacy technician(s) on these visits and be a responsible pharmacist in the dispensary when rostered.

Key Task and Responsibilities1. To organise on a weekly basis the pharmacy clinical service provision to the allocated prisons, planning your work and the work of others.2. To provide clinical services to the allocated prisons.3. To ensure you personally have high standards of work, both clinical and dispensing and follow all standard operating procedures (SOPs) as directed by the Lead Prison Services Pharmacist.4. To work as a team with the pharmacy technician in the allocated prisons and to support this technician professionally when on site.5. To implement the prison formulary, in collaboration with primary care colleagues.6. To generate monthly reports on drug expenditure for the allocated prisons and to advice the prescribers on areas for improvement and efficiencies.7. To provide clinical screening and final accuracy checks when working in the dispensary.8. To ensure all work is carried out in a timely manner to meet the requirements of the delivery service across the prisons.

About us

Oxleas offers a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people in community and secure environment settings. Our services include community health care such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health care such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies. Our multidisciplinary teams look after people of all ages and we work in close partnership with other parts of the NHS, local councils and the voluntary sector and through our new provider collaboratives. Our 4,300 members of staff work in many different settings including hospitals, clinics, prisons, secure hospitals, children's centres, schools and people's homes.

We have over 125 sites in a variety of locations in the South of England. In London we operate within the Boroughs of Bexley, Bromley Greenwich and into Kent. We manage hospital sites including Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup and Memorial Hospital, Woolwich, as well as the Bracton Centre, our medium secure unit for people with mental health needs. We are the largest NHS provider of prison health services providing healthcare to prisons within Devon, Dorset, Bristol, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire, Kent and South London. We are proud of the care we provide and our people.

Our purpose is to improve lives by providing the best possible care to our patients and their families. This is strengthened by our new values:

• We're Kind
• We're
• We Listen
• We Care

Details

Date posted

15 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£51,932 a year per annum pro-rata

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

277-BankPharmacist-HMPBr-B

Job locations

HMP Bristol

19 Cambridge Road

Bristol

BS7 8PS

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Management Responsibilities1. To manage the day-to-day work of the pharmacy technician when on site in the allocated prisons.2. To manage your own time efficiently whilst on prison visits.

Clinical

1. To undertake scheduled clinical visits to the allocated prisons. On these visits you will:a. undertake MURs for offenders identified as requiring assistance by healthcare staff.b. review the medication history of newly admitted offenders to ensure prescriptions are correct and if necessary make recommendations to bring prescribing in line with local formulary choices.c. provide scheduled clinics for offenders to give advice and support on their prescribed medicines, OTC medicines and other medical issues they may raise.2. Monitor prescribing trends and give advice to healthcare staff to improve prescribing in line with formulary choices and/or current clinical thinking.3. Promote healthy lifestyles for offenders in line with local and national guidelines or promotions.4. To be an active member of the BSGW cluster clinical governance/medicines management committee(s).5. To work closely with the primary care providers to ensure safe prescribing, use, storage and transport of medicines within the secure environments.6. To liaise with the Specialist Prison Services Pharmacist and assist in writing, in collaboration with primary care colleagues in the BSGW cluster, Patient Group Directions (PGDs) when an appropriate use is identified. To train nursing staff in the BSGW cluster in the use of these PGDs and to monitor use/compliance on an on-going basis, reporting any discrepancies to the senior pharmacist prison services.7. To review PGDs in use every 1-2 years on a rolling basis as determined by the Lead Prison Services Pharmacist.8. To assist the Specialist Prison Services Pharmacist to introduce new prescribing guidelines/medicines within the BSGW cluster.9. To participate in the on-call rota (as necessary) to provide support and advice to the primary care teams when the pharmacy is closed and to liaise with local community pharmacies to dispense urgent medicines during these times.10. To demonstrate on-going continual professional development (CPD) and be responsible for self-development and learning within the field of pharmacy or other specialty where appropriate.

Dispensary1. To act as responsible pharmacist when rostered to do so in the dispensary.2. To dispense prescriptions and stock items when in the dispensary.3. To undertake clinical screening and final accuracy checks when working in the dispensary.4. To organise the sale of OTC medicines following a request from an offender in the allocated prison cluster.

(Full JD can be downloaded in supporting documents section)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION, PLEASE READ:

All applicants must be willing to undertake National Security Vetting in order to work in a Prison Setting. This will be completed as part of the pre-employment checks through Oxleas and the prison vetting team.

You will need to provide:

Proof of right to work documentation

Proof of ID, needs to include 1 photographicID

Proof of address documentation

Non-UK passport holders will need to have correct documentation (right to work in the UK) and a Home office Share code.

Address History:

5 years address history will be needed.

Applicants that are not UK Passport holders who provide less than 5 years UK address history will need to provide a Police Certificate which must be in English from where they resided previously.

Applicants who are UK Passport holders who have lived abroad for a period of more than six months during the last three years will need to provide a certificate of good conduct or an overseas police check in English from the countries resided in or visited.

In order to assist you in obtaining a Police Certificate, guidance can be sought from:https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants

If the country you have resided in is not listed here, you can obtain the necessary information by contacting the relevant Embassy or High Commission for that Country. Their contact details can be found on the Foreign & Commonwealth Office website (http://www.fco.gov.uk/en).

Job description Job responsibilities Management Responsibilities1. To manage the day-to-day work of the pharmacy technician when on site in the allocated prisons.2. To manage your own time efficiently whilst on prison visits. Clinical 1. To undertake scheduled clinical visits to the allocated prisons. On these visits you will:a. undertake MURs for offenders identified as requiring assistance by healthcare staff.b. review the medication history of newly admitted offenders to ensure prescriptions are correct and if necessary make recommendations to bring prescribing in line with local formulary choices.c. provide scheduled clinics for offenders to give advice and support on their prescribed medicines, OTC medicines and other medical issues they may raise.2. Monitor prescribing trends and give advice to healthcare staff to improve prescribing in line with formulary choices and/or current clinical thinking.3. Promote healthy lifestyles for offenders in line with local and national guidelines or promotions.4. To be an active member of the BSGW cluster clinical governance/medicines management committee(s).5. To work closely with the primary care providers to ensure safe prescribing, use, storage and transport of medicines within the secure environments.6. To liaise with the Specialist Prison Services Pharmacist and assist in writing, in collaboration with primary care colleagues in the BSGW cluster, Patient Group Directions (PGDs) when an appropriate use is identified. To train nursing staff in the BSGW cluster in the use of these PGDs and to monitor use/compliance on an on-going basis, reporting any discrepancies to the senior pharmacist prison services.7. To review PGDs in use every 1-2 years on a rolling basis as determined by the Lead Prison Services Pharmacist.8. To assist the Specialist Prison Services Pharmacist to introduce new prescribing guidelines/medicines within the BSGW cluster.9. To participate in the on-call rota (as necessary) to provide support and advice to the primary care teams when the pharmacy is closed and to liaise with local community pharmacies to dispense urgent medicines during these times.10. To demonstrate on-going continual professional development (CPD) and be responsible for self-development and learning within the field of pharmacy or other specialty where appropriate. Dispensary1. To act as responsible pharmacist when rostered to do so in the dispensary.2. To dispense prescriptions and stock items when in the dispensary.3. To undertake clinical screening and final accuracy checks when working in the dispensary.4. To organise the sale of OTC medicines following a request from an offender in the allocated prison cluster. (Full JD can be downloaded in supporting documents section) IMPORTANT INFORMATION, PLEASE READ: All applicants must be willing to undertake National Security Vetting in order to work in a Prison Setting. This will be completed as part of the pre-employment checks through Oxleas and the prison vetting team. You will need to provide: Proof of right to work documentation Proof of ID, needs to include 1 photographicID Proof of address documentation Non-UK passport holders will need to have correct documentation (right to work in the UK) and a Home office Share code. Address History: 5 years address history will be needed. Applicants that are not UK Passport holders who provide less than 5 years UK address history will need to provide a Police Certificate which must be in English from where they resided previously. Applicants who are UK Passport holders who have lived abroad for a period of more than six months during the last three years will need to provide a certificate of good conduct or an overseas police check in English from the countries resided in or visited. In order to assist you in obtaining a Police Certificate, guidance can be sought from:https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants If the country you have resided in is not listed here, you can obtain the necessary information by contacting the relevant Embassy or High Commission for that Country. Their contact details can be found on the Foreign & Commonwealth Office website (http://www.fco.gov.uk/en).

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Masters Degree of Pharmacy or equivalent
• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council of GB (GPhC)
• Diploma in General Pharmacy Practice/Clinical Pharmacy/Mental Health or equivalent (or working towards)
• Registered Independent Pharmacist Prescriber

Desirable

• A member of or working towards Faculty Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society

Experience

Essential

• Previous prison/hospital/community pharmacy experience in the UK
• At least 4 years experience of providing clinical pharmacy services
• At least 2 years experience of providing clinical services within prisons or GP practices

Desirable

• Experience of providing clinical services to mental health or substance misuse patients

Skills

Essential

• Recent clinical pharmacy practice in a GP practice or prison setting
• Sound clinical skills at diploma level

Person Specification Education & Qualifications Essential Masters Degree of Pharmacy or equivalent Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council of GB (GPhC) Diploma in General Pharmacy Practice/Clinical Pharmacy/Mental Health or equivalent (or working towards) Registered Independent Pharmacist Prescriber Desirable A member of or working towards Faculty Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society Experience Essential Previous prison/hospital/community pharmacy experience in the UK At least 4 years experience of providing clinical pharmacy services At least 2 years experience of providing clinical services within prisons or GP practices Desirable Experience of providing clinical services to mental health or substance misuse patients Skills Essential Recent clinical pharmacy practice in a GP practice or prison setting Sound clinical skills at diploma level

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

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Bristol

19 Cambridge Road

Bristol

BS7 8PS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://oxleas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Bristol

19 Cambridge Road

Bristol

BS7 8PS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://oxleas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are looking for a Clinical Pharmacist to join our team, working at Barwell Medical Centre. This is a part time position for 17 hours per week.

The FTE salary for this position is

• In probation - £52,190.08
• After probation - £53,233.88
• First annual appraisal - £54,298.35

This will be pro rata accordingly.

The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, supporting with the safe, effective and efficient use of medicines. The role will involve providing structured medication reviews, supporting patients with long-term conditions, undertaking medicines reconciliation and working closely with GPs and other healthcare professionals to optimise patient care.

We are particularly interested in candidates who are able to work autonomously whilst also building strong relationships with practice teams and patients. Experience of working within Primary Care, General Practice or a patient-facing clinical role would be advantageous.

Exact working patterns can be discussed individually, although any hours worked will need to align with practice opening hours.

Please note that should this vacancy attract sufficient interest, it may be necessary to close the vacancy at an earlier date. We therefore encourage applications at an early stage to avoid disappointment.

• NHS Pension
• Eyecare Scheme
• Funded CPD Days (where appropriate)
• NHS Staff Discount Scheme
• Minimum of 25 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays (pro rata), increasing with length of service
• Sick Pay

Main duties of the job

To participate in the provision of a Clinical Pharmacy Service to our member GP Practices defined within the Primary Care Network geographical location.

The Clinical Pharmacist will work within their clinical competencies as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide expertise in clinical medicines management and it is expected that the following will be undertaken -

Adhering to local prescribing formulary and undertaking cost-effective prescribing including Medication optimisation.

Undertake holistic structured medication reviews reducing inappropriate polypharmacy where appropriate.

Manage long term conditions.

Management of medicines on transfer of care and systems for safer prescribing.

Manage repeat prescription authorisations and reauthorisation.

Acute prescription requests.

Contribute to reductions in medicine related hospital admissions and readmissions by supporting patients to get the best outcomes from their medicines.

Identifying and addressing medicines related issues while addressing both the public health and social care needs of patients in the GP practice(s) that make up the PCN.

Complete audits as per the needs of the Practice or PCN

The role is pivotal to improving the quality of care and operational efficiencies so requires motivation and passion to deliver an excellent service within general practice.

About us

Hinckley and Bosworth Medical Alliance Ltd are a growing Federation, supporting Bosworth, Fosseway and Hinckley Central Primary Care Networks.

As an organisation, we currently have over 40 ARRS members of staff, of varying clinical grades.

Our pharmacist is the largest team, sitting at a team of 18 in total.

All of our pharmacists are supported to complete their CPPE, if not already completed, and we are incredibly proud to have say that all of our pharmacists hold their independent prescribing qualification.

Our head office is located 2 minutes away from Junction 2 of the M69, and located in a business centre, which was previously used as farm land.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Job summary

We are seeking an inspiring and dynamic pharmacist to join our inpatient mental health pharmacy team. The role will provide clinical leadership within the clinical pharmacy service in Chelmsford, to support the medicines-related care of patients, address and improve existing pathways in mental health, participate in training, education and research as required, and to support robust medicines optimisation. The role will deputise for the Pharmacist Team Manager for Adult and Elderly Inpatient Mental Health Services in Mid and South Essex. This post would suit an experienced pharmacist with uncompromising standards who will strive to make a deep footprint on quality of care we provide to our patients. The post is based in Chelmsford, with responsibility for Mid and South Essex Inpatient and Urgent Care Services.

They will be highly visible on wards in actively modelling best practice to and coaching our ward teams to ensure that our patients consistently receive the best pharmaceutical care. Working with our senior departmental team of specialists and within the wider Trust, you will set the professional standard and develop our pharmacy team members to achieve their best, and make the transition to the next level of their careers. The role is full time (37.5 hours per week), including participation in on-call, weekend, early, late and Bank Holiday rotas, as necessary.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will exemplify EPUT values of we care, we learn and we empower, and demonstrate the ability to create a high-performing team from the outset. You might not be conventional in your approach, but kindness and empathetic leadership are a must, as is the ability to see the bigger picture and help take our team in this direction. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is committed to driving improvements, and whose passion for patient care is infectious. You should have a Master's Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent, be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council and be able to demonstrate evidence of postgraduate training and continuing professional development in clinical pharmacy practice. Whilst ideally this would be in mental health, this post is first and foremost about operational delivery of Great Care - your transferrable skills means you will have what it takes to do what it takes. Experience in mentoring and line managing teams with energy and enthusiasm are vital ingredients, and anyone with a track record of similar in a non-specialist trust is encouraged to apply.

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
• We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Details

Date posted

15 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

364-A-9621-D

Job locations

The Linden Centre

Pudding Wood Drive

Chelmsford

CM1 7LF

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To work within clinical competence, as part of a multi-disciplinary team, to provide highly specialised advice in medicines optimisation.
• Develop, promote and implement high quality, evidence based, and cost effective use of medicines, in a manner that maximises the benefits of medicines to patients and service users whilst minimising clinical, legal and financial risks
• To act as the senior referral point for healthcare professionals working within local inpatient and urgent care services and undertake clinical audit where required to improve services.
• To help support and maintain patients and their families seen by services by advising patients and carers about the actions and use of medication, optimising drug therapy, providing information for team members, and liaising with other care providers to enhance seamless transfer of care.
• To be experienced in dealing with service users who present with challenging and complex behaviour.
• To advise on physical health and wellbeing, support appropriate medicines monitoring and provide expert advice and perform interventions to improve physical health.
• To participate as an active member of clinical teams in Essex to support the safe and effective use of medicines.
• Communicate highly complex clinical pharmacy advice on the management of patients with mental illness in order to maximise benefit and minimise risk in relation to medicines. Develop, promote and implement tools that support the safe use of psychotropic medicines.
• Plan and organise research and audit within own clinical area.
• Analyse interventions implemented for effectiveness, audit and research.
• To plan, organise and provide education and training to secondary healthcare staff, service users and carers.

Job description Job responsibilities To work within clinical competence, as part of a multi-disciplinary team, to provide highly specialised advice in medicines optimisation. Develop, promote and implement high quality, evidence based, and cost effective use of medicines, in a manner that maximises the benefits of medicines to patients and service users whilst minimising clinical, legal and financial risks To act as the senior referral point for healthcare professionals working within local inpatient and urgent care services and undertake clinical audit where required to improve services. To help support and maintain patients and their families seen by services by advising patients and carers about the actions and use of medication, optimising drug therapy, providing information for team members, and liaising with other care providers to enhance seamless transfer of care. To be experienced in dealing with service users who present with challenging and complex behaviour. To advise on physical health and wellbeing, support appropriate medicines monitoring and provide expert advice and perform interventions to improve physical health. To participate as an active member of clinical teams in Essex to support the safe and effective use of medicines. Communicate highly complex clinical pharmacy advice on the management of patients with mental illness in order to maximise benefit and minimise risk in relation to medicines. Develop, promote and implement tools that support the safe use of psychotropic medicines. Plan and organise research and audit within own clinical area. Analyse interventions implemented for effectiveness, audit and research. To plan, organise and provide education and training to secondary healthcare staff, service users and carers.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• oCurrent and continued registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council as practicing member
• oPostgraduate Diploma in relevant area of pharmacy practice, or willingness to work towards
• oMember of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society and a member or willing to work towards Faculty membership
• oMember of the College of Mental Health Pharmacy

Desirable

• oQualification as an independent Non-Medical Prescriber, or willingness to work towards.
• oCertificate in Management studies or equivalent management experience

Knowledge

Essential

• oExcellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills including effective written and verbal communication skills
• oAbility to critically evaluate clinical material and disseminate findings to others. Demonstrate an advanced level of clinical knowledge and skills
• oAble to identify own training needs and those of others. Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
• oProficient IT skills, e.g. ability to use Microsoft Office applications, internet etc.

Desirable

• oTutoring and training skills and experience of planning and delivering training
• oEvidence of writing procedures, guidelines and protocols

Skills and Experience

Essential

• oSignificant post-registration clinical pharmacy experience
• oExperience of providing relevant pharmacy services within a mental health / learning disability setting
• oExperience of working as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• oExperience of clinical audit and able to demonstrate how it is used to improve practice
• oExperience of managing, developing and mentoring staff
• oExperience of participating in multi-disciplinary research

Driving

Essential

• Has valid UK Driving License
• Access to a car to travel in and around Essex

Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential oCurrent and continued registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council as practicing member oPostgraduate Diploma in relevant area of pharmacy practice, or willingness to work towards oMember of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society and a member or willing to work towards Faculty membership oMember of the College of Mental Health Pharmacy Desirable oQualification as an independent Non-Medical Prescriber, or willingness to work towards. oCertificate in Management studies or equivalent management experience Knowledge Essential oExcellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills including effective written and verbal communication skills oAbility to critically evaluate clinical material and disseminate findings to others. Demonstrate an advanced level of clinical knowledge and skills oAble to identify own training needs and those of others. Evidence of Continuing Professional Development oProficient IT skills, e.g. ability to use Microsoft Office applications, internet etc. Desirable oTutoring and training skills and experience of planning and delivering training oEvidence of writing procedures, guidelines and protocols Skills and Experience Essential oSignificant post-registration clinical pharmacy experience oExperience of providing relevant pharmacy services within a mental health / learning disability setting oExperience of working as a member of a multi-disciplinary team oExperience of clinical audit and able to demonstrate how it is used to improve practice oExperience of managing, developing and mentoring staff oExperience of participating in multi-disciplinary research Driving Essential Has valid UK Driving License Access to a car to travel in and around Essex

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

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Linden Centre

Pudding Wood Drive

Chelmsford

CM1 7LF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Linden Centre

Pudding Wood Drive

Chelmsford

CM1 7LF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Job title: Prescribing Pharmacist Location: Park Surgery, Horsham Salary: Up to £65,000 depending on experience Hours: 37.5 (Monday - Friday 9-5) Help us to deliver great primary care by improving access, outcomes and patient experience. At Operose Health, we deliver local primary care, at scale. It is our purpose to improve access, outcomes and patient experience. Our colleagues live our values and are empowered to be the best they can be for our patients, and each other because we CARE. Caring We listen and through compassion, understanding and a willingness to keep an open mind, we support and empower people to have a healthier future. Ambitious Through determination and our passion for transforming the patient experience, we continue to redefine and revolutionise the future of primary care. Resourceful Creative, agile, with a devotion for lifelong learning, we go above and beyond to improve the quality of our services. Excellence We strive to do the best we can do and be the best we can be for our patients, employees and NHS partners. Main Responsibilities: As a valued member of the Operose Health team, your key duties will include: Prescribing, online and telephone clinical triage, management of minor illness and LTC advice. Delivering safe, clinical decisions and expert care as well as working collaboratively with all team members of a multi professional team and driving innovation, modernisation and high levels of staff and patient satisfaction.

Main duties of the job

A Prescribing Pharmacist at Park Surgery in Horsham working with Operose Health is responsible for prescribing, online and telephone clinical triage, and providing management of minor illnesses and long-term condition advice. The job requires delivering safe and clinical decisions and expert care, while collaborating with all team members of a multi-professional team. The role aims to drive innovation, modernisation, and achieve high levels of staff and patient satisfaction. The position offers a salary of up to £65,000 depending on experience, with 37.5 working hours from Monday to Friday, 9-5. Staff benefits include 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro rata and support for gaining an independent prescribing qualification.

About us

Operose Health delivers local primary care at scale with the aim of improving access, outcomes, and patient experience. The company operates with a set of core values: caring, which involves listening and supporting people towards a healthier future; ambitious, with a determination to transform the patient experience and redefine healthcare; resourceful, with a commitment to lifelong learning and quality improvement; and excellence, striving to do the best for patients, employees, and NHS partners. Operose Health supports a culture where colleagues live these values and are empowered to serve patients and each other effectively.

Details

Date posted

15 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience Salary expectations will be discussed at interview stage.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1551613434

Job locations

Operose Health

Horsham

RH12 1BG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job title:Prescribing Pharmacist

Location:Park Surgery, Horsham

Salary:Up to £65,000 depending on experience

Hours: 37.5 (Monday - Friday 9-5)

Help us to deliver great primary care by improving access, outcomes and patient experience.

At Operose Health, we delivery local primary care, at scale. It is our purpose to improve access, outcomes and patient experience. Our colleagues live our values and our empowered to be the best they can be for our patients, and each other because we CARE.

Caring

We listen and through compassion, understanding and a willingness to keep an open mind, we support and empower people to have a healthier future.

Ambitious

Through determination and our passion for transforming the patient experience, we continue to redefine and revolutionise the future of primary care.

Resourceful

Creative, agile, with a devotion for lifelong learning, we go above and beyond to improve the quality of our services.

Excellence

We strive to do the best we can do and be the best we can be for our patients, employees and NHS partners.

Main Responsibilities:

As a valued member of the Operose Health team, your key duties will include:

• Prescribing, online and telephone clinical triage, management of minor illness and LTC advice.
• Delivering safe, clinical decisions and expert care as well as working collaboratively with all team members of a multi professional team and driving innovation, modernisation and high levels of staff and patient satisfaction.

Ideal Candidate:

What we look for in new colleagues:

• Undergraduate degree in pharmacy and registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
• Independent prescribing qualification.
• Ability to apply effective clinical judgement in the prioritisation and decision-making aspects of the role.
• Previous general practice experience is desirable.

Package Description:

How well support you:

• Annual salary of up to £65,000 depending on qualifications and experience.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro rata.
• Support to gain independent prescribing qualification.
• 1 weeks paid CPD/study leave pro rata per year as well as in house CPD training sessions tailored to meet your needs.
• Access to our bespoke learning management system.
• The benefits of working with an at scale provider of primary care means that we lots of opportunities for our colleagues to specialise and develop.
• Car benefit scheme specialising in electric vehicles.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Travel season ticket loans
• Discount cards.
• Employee wellbeing services including free yoga videos and employee wellbeing app.

Job description Job responsibilities Job title:Prescribing Pharmacist Location:Park Surgery, HorshamSalary:Up to £65,000 depending on experienceHours: 37.5 (Monday - Friday 9-5)Help us to deliver great primary care by improving access, outcomes and patient experience.At Operose Health, we delivery local primary care, at scale. It is our purpose to improve access, outcomes and patient experience. Our colleagues live our values and our empowered to be the best they can be for our patients, and each other because we CARE. CaringWe listen and through compassion, understanding and a willingness to keep an open mind, we support and empower people to have a healthier future.AmbitiousThrough determination and our passion for transforming the patient experience, we continue to redefine and revolutionise the future of primary care.ResourcefulCreative, agile, with a devotion for lifelong learning, we go above and beyond to improve the quality of our services.ExcellenceWe strive to do the best we can do and be the best we can be for our patients, employees and NHS partners.Main Responsibilities:As a valued member of the Operose Health team, your key duties will include: Prescribing, online and telephone clinical triage, management of minor illness and LTC advice. Delivering safe, clinical decisions and expert care as well as working collaboratively with all team members of a multi professional team and driving innovation, modernisation and high levels of staff and patient satisfaction.Ideal Candidate:What we look for in new colleagues: Undergraduate degree in pharmacy and registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Independent prescribing qualification. Ability to apply effective clinical judgement in the prioritisation and decision-making aspects of the role. Previous general practice experience is desirable. Package Description:How well support you: Annual salary of up to £65,000 depending on qualifications and experience. 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro rata. Support to gain independent prescribing qualification. 1 weeks paid CPD/study leave pro rata per year as well as in house CPD training sessions tailored to meet your needs. Access to our bespoke learning management system. The benefits of working with an at scale provider of primary care means that we lots of opportunities for our colleagues to specialise and develop. Car benefit scheme specialising in electric vehicles. Cycle to work scheme. Travel season ticket loans Discount cards. Employee wellbeing services including free yoga videos and employee wellbeing app.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Undergraduate degree in pharmacy and registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Independent prescribing qualification is required. Experience in general practice is desirable.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Undergraduate degree in pharmacy and registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Independent prescribing qualification is required. Experience in general practice is desirable.

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

Operose Health

Address

Operose Health

Horsham

RH12 1BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.operosehealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Operose Health

Address

Operose Health

Horsham

RH12 1BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.operosehealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Package Description: As a Pharmacy Technician you will be part of our valued team in our HMP Norwich Service, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:Band 5 AfC Salary with NHS Pension and full Agenda for Change terms and conditions Free on-site parking at HMP Norwich 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 Learnin

Main duties of the job

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Pharmacy Technician to join our dedicated pharmacy team at HMP Norwich. The post holder will work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver an efficient, safe and comprehensive pharmaceutical service within the prison pharmacy departments. As a Pharmacy Technician, your days will be rewarding and varied, you will work on a wing where you will be responsible for the administration of medication to patients and the associated medication management activities, including audits and stock checks under the direction of the Clinical Lead and the Pharmacist Manager. You will be expected to work autonomously within guidelines, standard operating procedures and Medicine Policy.

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.

Details

Date posted

15 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£28,000 to £34,500 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1551613435

Job locations

HCRG Care Group

Norwich

NR1 4LU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

As a Pharmacy Technicianyou will be part of our valued team in our HMP NorwichService, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:

• Band 5 AfC Salary with NHS Pension and full Agenda for Change terms and conditions
• Free on-site parking at HMP Norwich
• 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.

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Pharmacy Technician to join our dedicated pharmacy team at HMP Norwich.

The post holder will work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver an efficient, safe and comprehensive pharmaceutical service within the prison pharmacy departments.

As a Pharmacy Technician, your days will be rewarding and varied, you will work on a wing where you will be responsible for the administration of medication to patients and the associated medication management activities, including audits and stock checks under the direction of the Clinical Lead and the Pharmacist Manager.

You will be expected to work autonomously within guidelines, standard operating procedures and Medicine Policy.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated pharmacy technician who is committed to accuracy, teamwork and patient-focused service delivery in a unique and rewarding healthcare environment.

Main Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the administration of medication to patients and the associated medication management activities, including audits and stock checks under the direction of the Clinical Lead and the Pharmacist Manager.
• Work autonomously within guidelines, standard operating procedures and Medicine Policy
• Work as an active member of the Pharmaceutical team to assist in ensuring the delivery of a legal, safe, high quality specialist prison pharmaceutical service which reflects National and local policy and priorities, taking into account the high level of security that must be maintained at all times
• Undertake provision of a medicines administration service to the patients
• Provide, in conjunction with the appropriate Clinical practitioners, a wing technician medicine management service on allocated wings
• Support implementation of medicine management strategy and associated services and projects across the prison
• Assist in the delivery of cost-effective prescribing, the medicines optimisation strategy and management of medication budget
• Promote safe pharmacy practice within the prison including providing advice and training to patients and staff

Ideal Candidate

• BTEC or NVQ level 3 in pharmaceutical sciences or equivalent
• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council - GPhC
• Knowledge of legislation and good practice in relation to medicines
• Experience of stock control
• Ability to monitor and assist in management of medication budget
• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrate initiative
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with clinicians, healthcare professionals and patients
• Ability to manage own workload and meet objectives and targets
• Confident using IT systems & be able to demonstrate working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel.
• Ability to perform in a challenging environment
• Good attendance record and willingness to participate in weekend/bank holiday rota

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:As a Pharmacy Technicianyou will be part of our valued team in our HMP NorwichService, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including: Band 5 AfC Salary with NHS Pension and full Agenda for Change terms and conditions Free on-site parking at HMP Norwich 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.We are seeking a motivated and skilled Pharmacy Technician to join our dedicated pharmacy team at HMP Norwich.The post holder will work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver an efficient, safe and comprehensive pharmaceutical service within the prison pharmacy departments.As a Pharmacy Technician, your days will be rewarding and varied, you will work on a wing where you will be responsible for the administration of medication to patients and the associated medication management activities, including audits and stock checks under the direction of the Clinical Lead and the Pharmacist Manager. You will be expected to work autonomously within guidelines, standard operating procedures and Medicine Policy.This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated pharmacy technician who is committed to accuracy, teamwork and patient-focused service delivery in a unique and rewarding healthcare environment.Main Responsibilities Be responsible for the administration of medication to patients and the associated medication management activities, including audits and stock checks under the direction of the Clinical Lead and the Pharmacist Manager. Work autonomously within guidelines, standard operating procedures and Medicine Policy Work as an active member of the Pharmaceutical team to assist in ensuring the delivery of a legal, safe, high quality specialist prison pharmaceutical service which reflects National and local policy and priorities, taking into account the high level of security that must be maintained at all times Undertake provision of a medicines administration service to the patients Provide, in conjunction with the appropriate Clinical practitioners, a wing technician medicine management service on allocated wings Support implementation of medicine management strategy and associated services and projects across the prison Assist in the delivery of cost-effective prescribing, the medicines optimisation strategy and management of medication budget Promote safe pharmacy practice within the prison including providing advice and training to patients and staffIdeal Candidate BTEC or NVQ level 3 in pharmaceutical sciences or equivalent Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council - GPhC Knowledge of legislation and good practice in relation to medicines Experience of stock control Ability to monitor and assist in management of medication budget Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team Demonstrate initiative Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with clinicians, healthcare professionals and patients Ability to manage own workload and meet objectives and targets Confident using IT systems & be able to demonstrate working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel. Ability to perform in a challenging environment Good attendance record and willingness to participate in weekend/bank holiday rotaAbout 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

• BTEC or NVQ level 3 in pharmaceutical sciences or equivalent. Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council - GPhC. Knowledge of legislation and good practice in relation to medicines. Experience of stock control. Ability to monitor and assist in management of medication budget.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential BTEC or NVQ level 3 in pharmaceutical sciences or equivalent. Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council - GPhC. Knowledge of legislation and good practice in relation to medicines. Experience of stock control. Ability to monitor and assist in management of medication budget.

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

Norwich

NR1 4LU

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

Norwich

NR1 4LU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

HMP Chelmsford Hours: 20 per week Working pattern: Monday & Tuesday An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and dynamic Clinical Pharmacist to join our progressive healthcare service within HMP Chelmsford. We are seeking a dedicated individual to play a key role in providing safe, high-quality medicines management, with a particular focus on supporting patients with mental health needs and ensuring robust monitoring of antipsychotic medications. This role combines both dispensary-based duties and clinical patient-facing services, offering variety and professional development in a complex and rewarding environment. Main Responsibilities: Dispensary & Medicines Management: Ensure the safe, timely, and secure supply of medications to prison wings. Oversee the safe transport and handling of medicines, adhering to Controlled Drug regulations. Provide clinical supervision to pharmacy technicians and support staff. Maintain the day-to-day operation of the prison dispensary. Clinical Duties: Conduct medication reviews and develop pharmaceutical care plans. Conduct comprehensive yearly audits focusing on compliance and best practices for Controlled Drugs, antibiotic usage, and the application of Patient Group Directions (PGDs). Provide stru

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and dynamic Clinical Pharmacist to join the healthcare service within HMP Chelmsford. The role involves providing high-quality medicines management, focusing on supporting patients with mental health needs and robust monitoring of antipsychotic medications. The position integrates both dispensary duties and clinical patient-facing services, offering professional development in a complex and rewarding environment. Main responsibilities include ensuring the secure supply of medications, overseeing drug regulations, clinical supervision of pharmacy staff, conducting medication reviews, developing care plans, and performing yearly audits. This role requires registration with the GPhC as a Pharmacist, a Masters in Pharmacy, being an independent prescriber, and experience in prison, hospital, or community pharmacy settings. Desirable qualifications include a Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy and experience in mental health or substance misuse services. The position is part-time, working 20 hours a week, with a salary range of £50,133.33 - £57,600.00 pro rata, and offers numerous benefits.

About us

HCRG Care Group is offering an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Pharmacist to become part of their valued team within the Pharmacy Service at HMP Chelmsford. HCRG Care Group is dedicated to transforming health and care, providing high-quality standards for clinicians and their patients. Employees are given access to a range of rewards and benefits, including competitive salary and pension plans, discounts on daily expenses, access to wages as earned, mental and physical wellbeing support, and opportunities for continuing professional development. HCRG Care Group fosters an open culture, encouraging employees to have and implement innovative ideas while maintaining the highest clinical and quality standards. The organisation supports employees with high-rated services, enhancing job satisfaction and professional growth. The Clinical Pharmacist role at HCRG Care Group presents a chance to work in a supportive and dynamic environment, making a significant impact on patient care within HMP Chelmsford.

Details

Date posted

15 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£50,133.33 to £57,600 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

1551613436

Job locations

HCRG Care Group

HMP Chelmsford

CM2 6JT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

HMP ChelmsfordHours: 20 per weekWorking pattern: Monday & Tuesday

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and dynamic Clinical Pharmacist to join our progressive healthcare service within HMP Chelmsford. We are seeking a dedicated individual to play a key role in providing safe, high-quality medicines management, with a particular focus on supporting patients with mental health needs and ensuring robust monitoring of antipsychotic medications.

This role combines both dispensary-based duties and clinical patient-facing services, offering variety and professional development in a complex and rewarding environment.

Main Responsibilities:

Dispensary & Medicines Management:

• Ensure the safe, timely, and secure supply of medications to prison wings.
• Oversee the safe transport and handling of medicines, adhering to Controlled Drug regulations.
• Provide clinical supervision to pharmacy technicians and support staff.
• Maintain the day-to-day operation of the prison dispensary.

Clinical Duties:

• Conduct medication reviews and develop pharmaceutical care plans.
• Conduct comprehensive yearly audits focusing on compliance and best practices for Controlled Drugs, antibiotic usage, and the application of Patient Group Directions (PGDs).
• Provide structured medication reviews (SMRs) for eligible patients.
• Participate in clinics, offering advice on prescribed and over-the-counter medications.
• Manage minor ailments and common conditions within your clinical competency.
• Support patients in making the best use of their medicines through optimisation initiatives.
• Administer medications on the wing, depending on the business needs

Prescribing & Monitoring:

• Clinically screen prescriptions to ensure accuracy, legality, safety, and effectiveness.
• Review medication histories of new admissions, recommending adjustments as needed.
• Monitor antimicrobial prescribing in line with AMR guidelines.
• Evaluate prescribing trends and advise prescribers in line with formulary standards.

Please see the job description attached for a full list of responsibilities.

Ideal Candidate:

Essential

• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a Pharmacist
• Masters degree in Pharmacy or equivalent
• An independent prescriber
• Previous experience in UK-based prison, hospital, or community pharmacy settings

Desirable

• Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy
• Experience delivering services to patients with mental health conditions or substance misuse issues
• Ideally an Independent Prescriber

Package Description:

As a Clinical Pharmacist, 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 £50,133.33 - £57,600.00 (Pro rata) depending on experience, and Group Pension.
• Receive a competitive salary enhancement
• 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 description Job responsibilities HMP ChelmsfordHours: 20 per weekWorking pattern: Monday & TuesdayAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and dynamic Clinical Pharmacist to join our progressive healthcare service within HMP Chelmsford. We are seeking a dedicated individual to play a key role in providing safe, high-quality medicines management, with a particular focus on supporting patients with mental health needs and ensuring robust monitoring of antipsychotic medications.This role combines both dispensary-based duties and clinical patient-facing services, offering variety and professional development in a complex and rewarding environment.Main Responsibilities:Dispensary & Medicines Management: Ensure the safe, timely, and secure supply of medications to prison wings. Oversee the safe transport and handling of medicines, adhering to Controlled Drug regulations. Provide clinical supervision to pharmacy technicians and support staff. Maintain the day-to-day operation of the prison dispensary.Clinical Duties: Conduct medication reviews and develop pharmaceutical care plans. Conduct comprehensive yearly audits focusing on compliance and best practices for Controlled Drugs, antibiotic usage, and the application of Patient Group Directions (PGDs). Provide structured medication reviews (SMRs) for eligible patients. Participate in clinics, offering advice on prescribed and over-the-counter medications. Manage minor ailments and common conditions within your clinical competency. Support patients in making the best use of their medicines through optimisation initiatives. Administer medications on the wing, depending on the business needsPrescribing & Monitoring: Clinically screen prescriptions to ensure accuracy, legality, safety, and effectiveness. Review medication histories of new admissions, recommending adjustments as needed. Monitor antimicrobial prescribing in line with AMR guidelines. Evaluate prescribing trends and advise prescribers in line with formulary standards.Please see the job description attached for a full list of responsibilities.Ideal Candidate:Essential Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a Pharmacist Masters degree in Pharmacy or equivalent An independent prescriber Previous experience in UK-based prison, hospital, or community pharmacy settingsDesirable Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy Experience delivering services to patients with mental health conditions or substance misuse issues Ideally an Independent Prescriber Package Description:As a Clinical Pharmacist, 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 £50,133.33 - £57,600.00 (Pro rata) depending on experience, and Group Pension. Receive a competitive salary enhancement 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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a Pharmacist, Master's degree in Pharmacy or equivalent, an independent prescriber, previous experience in UK-based prison, hospital, or community pharmacy settings.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a Pharmacist, Master's degree in Pharmacy or equivalent, an independent prescriber, previous experience in UK-based prison, hospital, or community pharmacy settings.

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

HMP 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

HMP Chelmsford

CM2 6JT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

<p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><strong style="font-weight:700;">HMP Chelmsford</strong><br><strong style="font-weight:700;">Hours:</strong> 20 per week<br><strong style="font-weight:700;">Working pattern:</strong> Monday & Tuesday</p><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;font-size:12pt;font-family:\'Avenir Book\';color:rgb(60,60,59);line-height:normal;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="font-family:Calibri;">An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and dynamic <strong style="font-weight:700;">Clinical Pharmacist</strong> to join our progressive healthcare service within <strong style="font-weight:700;">HMP Chelmsford</strong>. We are seeking a dedicated individual to play a key role in providing safe, high-quality medicines management, with a particular focus on supporting <strong style="font-weight:700;">patients with mental health needs</strong> and ensuring <strong style="font-weight:700;">robust monitoring of antipsychotic medications</strong>.</span></p><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;font-size:12pt;font-family:\'Avenir Book\';color:rgb(60,60,59);line-height:normal;padding:5px 0px;"><span style="font-family:Calibri;">This role combines both <strong style="font-weight:700;"

Main duties of the job

<p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><strong style="font-weight:700;">Dispensary & Medicines Management:</strong></p><ul style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:10px;padding-left:2rem;"><li style="font-size:inherit;">Ensure the safe, timely, and secure supply of medications to prison wings.</li><li style="font-size:inherit;">Oversee the safe transport and handling of medicines, adhering to Controlled Drug regulations.</li><li style="font-size:inherit;">Provide clinical supervision to pharmacy technicians and support staff.</li><li style="font-size:inherit;">Maintain the day-to-day operation of the prison dispensary.</li></ul><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><strong style="font-weight:700;">Clinical Duties:</strong></p><ul style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:10px;padding-left:2rem;"><li style="font-size:inherit;">Conduct medication reviews and develop pharmaceutical care plans.</li><li style="font-size:inherit;">Conduct comprehensive yearly audits focusing on compliance and best practices for Controlled Drugs, antibiotic usage, and the application of Patient Group Directions (PGDs).</li><li style="font-size:inherit;">Provide structured medication reviews (SMRs) for

About us

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. We’re 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 doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2

Details

Date posted

15 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£50,133.30 to £57,600 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

HCRGCG/TP/158870/20645

Job locations

HCRG Care Group

Chelmsford

Essex

CM2 6JT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

<p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;">As a <strong style="font-weight:700;">Clinical Pharmacist,</strong> you will be part of our valued team in our <strong style="font-weight:700;">Pharmacy Service, HMP Chelmsford</strong>. You will be receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:</p><ul style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:10px;padding-left:2rem;"><li style="font-size:inherit;"><strong style="font-weight:700;display:unset;">Salary of £50,133.33 - £57,600.00 (Pro rata) depending on experience, and Group Pension.</strong></li><li style="font-size:inherit;"><strong style="font-weight:700;display:unset;">Receive a competitive salary enhancement</strong></li><li style="font-size:inherit;">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</li><li style="font-size:inherit;">Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates</li><li style="font-size:inherit;">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 </li><li style="font-size:inherit;">Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise </li><li style="font-size:inherit;">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 </li><li style="font-size:inherit;">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</li></ul> <p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><strong style="font-weight:700;">Essential </strong></p><ul style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:10px;padding-left:2rem;"><li style="font-size:inherit;">Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a Pharmacist </li><li style="font-size:inherit;">Masters degree in Pharmacy or equivalent</li><li style="font-size:inherit;">An independent prescriber</li><li style="font-size:inherit;">Previous experience in UK-based prison, hospital, or community pharmacy settings </li></ul><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><strong style="font-weight:700;">Desirable </strong></p><ul style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:10px;padding-left:2rem;"><li style="font-size:inherit;">Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy </li><li style="font-size:inherit;">Experience delivering services to patients with mental health conditions or substance misuse issues </li><li style="font-size:inherit;">Ideally an Independent Prescriber </li></ul>

Job description Job responsibilities <p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;">As a <strong style="font-weight:700;">Clinical Pharmacist,</strong> you will be part of our valued team in our <strong style="font-weight:700;">Pharmacy Service, HMP Chelmsford</strong>. You will be receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:</p><ul style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:10px;padding-left:2rem;"><li style="font-size:inherit;"><strong style="font-weight:700;display:unset;">Salary of £50,133.33 - £57,600.00 (Pro rata) depending on experience, and Group Pension.</strong></li><li style="font-size:inherit;"><strong style="font-weight:700;display:unset;">Receive a competitive salary enhancement</strong></li><li style="font-size:inherit;">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</li><li style="font-size:inherit;">Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates</li><li style="font-size:inherit;">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 </li><li style="font-size:inherit;">Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise </li><li style="font-size:inherit;">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 </li><li style="font-size:inherit;">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</li></ul> <p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><strong style="font-weight:700;">Essential </strong></p><ul style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:10px;padding-left:2rem;"><li style="font-size:inherit;">Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a Pharmacist </li><li style="font-size:inherit;">Masters degree in Pharmacy or equivalent</li><li style="font-size:inherit;">An independent prescriber</li><li style="font-size:inherit;">Previous experience in UK-based prison, hospital, or community pharmacy settings </li></ul><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><strong style="font-weight:700;">Desirable </strong></p><ul style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:10px;padding-left:2rem;"><li style="font-size:inherit;">Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy </li><li style="font-size:inherit;">Experience delivering services to patients with mental health conditions or substance misuse issues </li><li style="font-size:inherit;">Ideally an Independent Prescriber </li></ul>

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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

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Chelmsford

Essex

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

Essex

CM2 6JT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking, supportive GP practice in the heart of East London, where you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality patient care and improving medicines optimisation. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you'll use your clinical expertise to support patients with long-term conditions, conduct medication reviews, manage prescribing queries, and help reduce health inequalities within our diverse community.

At Custom House Surgery, you'll benefit from a collaborative team culture, modern systems, clinical autonomy, and opportunities for professional development. Located just a 2-minute walk from the train station with on-site parking available, we offer an accessible and welcoming place to build your career.

Main duties of the job

As a Clinical Pharmacist, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary primary care team to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care. Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting structured medication reviews and medicines optimisation clinics.
• Supporting patients with long-term conditions to ensure safe and effective use of medicines.
• Managing prescribing queries and providing expert clinical advice to GPs and other healthcare professionals.
• Reviewing hospital discharge letters and medicines reconciliation.
• Identifying and reducing prescribing risks, ensuring compliance with local and national guidance.
• Supporting the management of repeat prescribing systems and conducting audits.
• Contributing to the achievement of Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) and other contractual requirements.
• Providing patient education and promoting shared decision-making regarding treatment options.
• Working collaboratively with GPs, nurses, ANPs, HCAs and wider healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes.
• Participating in practice meetings, service development and quality improvement initiatives.

About us

Custom House Surgery is a well-established, forward-thinking GP practice located in the heart of East London, serving a diverse population of approximately 10,900 patients. We are committed to delivering safe, high-quality, compassionate, and patient-centred care while continually developing and improving our services.

Our multidisciplinary team includes GPs, Clinical Pharmacists, Nurses, ANPs, HCAs, Social Prescribers, and administrative staff who work collaboratively to provide holistic care and achieve the best outcomes for our patients. As part of South One PCN, we benefit from strong partnership working and access to a wider network of healthcare professionals.

We foster a supportive and inclusive working environment where innovation, professional development, and teamwork are encouraged. Located just a 2-minute walk from the train station with on-site parking available, Custom House Surgery offers an excellent opportunity to develop your career while making a meaningful difference to the health and wellbeing of our local community.

Job summary

University Hospitals Sussex is seeking a skilled and dynamic senior leader to join the Pharmacy Department as Operational Lead Pharmacy Technician across the Worthing and St Richard's sites

This is a key leadership role responsible for the operational delivery and continuous development of medicines optimisation, dispensary and supply services. Working closely with the Deputy Chief Pharmacist for the sites, you will play a central role in driving service innovation, quality improvement and workforce development to support excellent patient care

You will ensure services are safe, effective and compliant with all legal and regulatory requirements, while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and patient experience

Leading a dedicated team of Pharmacy Technicians and Assistants, you will provide visible leadership and support staff development. You will also collaborate with operational leads across other Trust sites to ensure alignment of services and delivery of the wider pharmacy and organisational strategy

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced pharmacy technician leader to influence service transformation across a large and forward-thinking Trust

Main duties of the job

To oversee and assure the operational running of both the Pharmacy dispensary and supply services and the ward level Pharmacy Technician led medicines optimisation service for Worthing and St Richard's hospitals and monitor performance against agreed key performance indicators

To develop, coordinate and maintain relevant service standards, SOPs and competence frameworks locally and across the Trust

To manage and lead a team of Pharmacy Technicians and Assistants across the two sites and to act as a professional role model for these staff

To partake in the delivery or pharmacy services including labelling and dispensing of medicines (including controlled drugs) and final accuracy-checking dispensed items following completion of National accreditation

To support education and development including appropriate induction and competency training including for all new or rotational staff and to act as an Education/Practice supervisor where appropriate

To have a high level understanding of budgetary management and assist in the identification and delivery of cost-improvements programmes or other efficiency initiatives

To act as Responsible Person for the purposes of the department's MHRA Wholesale Dealers Authorisation, ensuring compliance with MHRA regulatory standards including: undertaking regular audit, maintaining the quality management system and recording and acting on deviations

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Job summary

Based at Central Middlesex Hospital, the orthopaedic centre is a collaboration between the four acute trusts in north west London:

• Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
• Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
• The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Trust
• London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust.

The centre specialises in elective bone and joint surgery and sees patients from across 12 hospitals and 8 boroughs. It is a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with continual improvements being made to discharge pathways.

The post-holder will be responsible for providing a safe and effective clinical pharmacy service to meet the needs of the enhanced recovery pathway. The post-holder will support in the management of the ward Pharmacy service, including suggesting, implementing and reviewing service improvement changes. Additionally, the post-holder will be involved in providing a Pharmacy pre-op service to elective surgical patients across London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust.

Main duties of the job

The post holder is responsible for:

• Providing a safe and effective clinical pharmacy service from admission to discharge on the Elective Orthopaedic Centre in accordance with Trust policies.
• Providing accurate medication reconciliation, in order to minimise medication related errors on admission.
• Maintaining a high level of pharmaceutical input, as part of a multidisciplinary team within the department and on the wards, to ensure optimal medicines usage and value for money.
• Facilitating a speedy discharge for patients by organising their medication according to Dispensing for Discharge policies.
• Liaising with the multidisciplinary team to facilitate the successful implementation of the same day discharge pathway
• Liaising with the multidisciplinary team and be ward based, to improve communication with patients, hospital doctors, nursing team and GPs.

*Further information regarding this position can be found in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

The post holder provides a pharmaceutical service to the Trust on a rota basis at weekends, late duties, bank holidays, Christmas and on-call.

About us

London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow and beyond.

Our team of more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of almost one million people.

We run major acute services at:

• Northwick Park Hospital: home to one of the busiest emergency departments (A&E) in the country. The hospital provides a full range of services including the country's top-rated hyper-acute stroke unit and one of only three hyper-acute rehabilitation units in the UK
• St Mark's Hospital: an internationally renowned specialist centre for bowel disease
• Ealing Hospital: a busy district general hospital providing a range of clinical services, as well as 24/7 emergency department and urgent care centre, and specialist care at Meadow House Hospice
• Central Middlesex Hospital: our planned care site, hosting a range of surgical and outpatient services and collocated with an urgent care centre.

We are a university teaching NHS trust, in recognition of the important role we play in training clinicians of the future and bringing the benefits of research to the public.

"We operate a joint recruitment hub across the North West London Acute Provider Collaborative Group. As part of this, your application and personal data may be shared with partner trusts within the group for recruitment and workforce purposes, in line with general data protection regulation (GDPR)."

Job summary

Make a difference to medicines safety across North West Surrey

North West Surrey Integrated Care Services (NICS) is looking for an experienced Pharmacist Independent Prescriber to join our team in a predominantly remote, non-patient-facing role.

This is an excellent opportunity for a pharmacist with a strong interest in medicines management, clinical governance, prescribing safety and quality improvement to work across an innovative primary care organisation.

NICS is the GP Federation for North West Surrey, bringing together 37 GP practices supporting approximately 396,000 patients. We deliver sustainable, local and patient-focused healthcare at scale, helping general practice remain at the heart of our communities.

Our vision is to support practices and patients through innovative, responsive and high-quality GP-led primary care services, improving access and healthcare outcomes across North West Surrey

Main duties of the job

The Remote Pharmacist will work as part of NICS multidisciplinary team, supporting the safe, effective and high-quality use of medicines across our services. Working predominantly remotely, with some on-site working as required, you will support our team of independent prescribers and provide expert medicines management advice.

Key duties include reviewing prescribing data; supporting clinical audit and quality improvement; providing medicines-related guidance to clinical teams; reviewing and developing medicines management and prescribing policies; and supporting the development and sign-off of PGDs and PSDs.

You will support the implementation of NICE guidance, local formularies, MHRA/CAS safety alerts and other national and local medicines guidance. You will work collaboratively with ICB pharmacists and NICS clinical leaders to improve prescribing quality, medicines safety and compliance with CQC standards for safe and effective care

About us

Overview of your organisation

North West Surrey Integrated Care services (NICS) is a GP federation in North West Surrey consisting of 37 practices who work together to improve access to primary care patients in the local area.

Our Mission

is to support our practices and patients by being a leading provider of innovative, responsive and high-quality GP led primary care services in North West Surrey, delivering equitable access to primary care services and improving the healthcare of our population.

Our Vision

is to support our practices and their patients by providing high quality, responsive and compassionate health care services. We do this by working collaboratively with our practices and other health providers across Surrey.

Our Values

• Commitment to quality of care
• Working together for our patients
• Everyone counts
• Improving Lives

We offer a number of benefits as an organisation to enhance staff experience and well-being:

• NHS pension scheme
• Employee discount via the NHS Blue Light card
• Health & wellbeing programme

Details

Date posted

15 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£36 an hour

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

365 days

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working

Reference number

M0050-26-00010

Job locations

The Hythe Medical Centre

Rochester Road

Staines-upon-thames

Middlesex

TW18 3HN

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

North West Surrey Integrated Care Services (NICS) is looking for an experienced Pharmacist Independent Prescriber to join our multidisciplinary team.

This is a predominantly remote, non-patient-facing role, with some on-site working as required. The post holder will provide specialist pharmacy expertise across NICS services, helping to ensure the safe, effective and appropriate use of medicines and supporting improvements in prescribing quality and patient safety.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with clinical colleagues, independent prescribers, ICB pharmacists and the wider NICS team to resolve medicines-related issues and support the delivery of high-quality care to patients across North West Surrey.

Key responsibilities

The post holder will:

• Support the Lead Nurse and team of independent prescribers to improve the safety and quality of prescribed medicines.
• Take a proactive role in clinical audit and quality improvement, helping to implement recommendations and identify opportunities to improve prescribing and medicines safety.
• Review prescribing data and liaise with ICB pharmacists as appropriate.
• Provide medicines-related advice, updates and bulletins to the wider team.
• Participate in the development and review of policies relating to medicines management and prescribing, helping to ensure NICS prescribing is in accordance with relevant local guidelines and formularies.
• Support the drafting, review and sign-off of NICS Patient Group Directions (PGDs) and Patient Specific Directions (PSDs).
• Support the paramedic home visiting service in relation to emergency medicines and PGDs.
• Support the implementation of local and national clinical guidance, medicines safety alerts and formulary recommendations.
• Implement appropriate changes to medicines and prescribing arising from MHRA/CAS alerts, product withdrawals and other local or national guidance.
• Assess compliance with NICE guidance and advise colleagues on the implementation of new guidance.
• Maintain their own clinical and professional competence and take responsibility for continuous professional development.
• Work closely with the Director of Clinical Governance, Patient Safety and Professional Practice to support compliance with Care Quality Commission standards for safe and effective care.

Clinical governance, quality and safety

The post holder will contribute to NICS' commitment to high-quality, safe and effective care. They will apply relevant NICS policies, standards and guidance within their work and participate in audit and service improvement activity where appropriate.

The role requires a strong understanding of clinical governance and medicines management, together with the ability to analyse complex issues, identify potential solutions and support improvements to patient services.

The post holder will maintain appropriate standards of confidentiality and information governance. Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, healthcare professionals or NICS must be handled securely and confidentially and in accordance with NICS policies, procedures and relevant data protection requirements.

Communication and collaborative working

Effective communication and collaborative working are central to this role. The post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary and multi-agency primary care team and will build effective working relationships with colleagues across NICS and partner organisations.

They will communicate effectively with team members and other healthcare professionals and recognise where alternative methods of communication may be required. The post holder will be expected to demonstrate strong influencing skills, professional credibility and the ability to work constructively with colleagues at all levels.

About you

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• A Master's degree in Pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent.
• Current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Independent Prescriber status.
• A satisfactory record of continuous professional development.
• At least two years' experience working as a pharmacist within community or primary care.
• Sound knowledge of clinical governance and medicines management.
• Working knowledge of computers and the EMIS clinical system.
• Good organisational and team leadership skills.
• The ability to communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels, both within and outside the organisation.
• Strong influencing skills and professional credibility.
• The ability to analyse complex issues and identify potential solutions.
• A clear commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-focused services and improving patient care.
• A commitment to multidisciplinary and multi-agency working and a willingness to explore alternative ways of working.
• Flexibility to work outside core office hours when required.

Desirable experience and qualifications

It would be advantageous if you have a postgraduate specialist qualification, medicines management qualification, additional relevant clinical qualifications, or experience of working with Primary Care Networks to develop services.

Experience of working with external agencies in a leadership capacity, an understanding of wider NHS issues and drivers, and strong stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills would also be beneficial.

Professional development, equality and inclusion

The post holder will be expected to maintain their professional competence and participate in training and development provided by NICS. This includes participation in annual performance review and taking responsibility for their own learning, development and performance.

NICS is committed to equality, diversity and respecting the rights, privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues. The successful candidate will be expected to work in a welcoming and non-judgemental manner and demonstrate respect for individual circumstances, priorities and rights.

This role would suit an experienced pharmacist who enjoys working collaboratively, has a strong interest in medicines safety, prescribing quality and clinical governance, and wants to contribute to improving primary care services across North West Surrey.

Job description Job responsibilities North West Surrey Integrated Care Services (NICS) is looking for an experienced Pharmacist Independent Prescriber to join our multidisciplinary team. This is a predominantly remote, non-patient-facing role, with some on-site working as required. The post holder will provide specialist pharmacy expertise across NICS services, helping to ensure the safe, effective and appropriate use of medicines and supporting improvements in prescribing quality and patient safety. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with clinical colleagues, independent prescribers, ICB pharmacists and the wider NICS team to resolve medicines-related issues and support the delivery of high-quality care to patients across North West Surrey. Key responsibilities The post holder will: Support the Lead Nurse and team of independent prescribers to improve the safety and quality of prescribed medicines. Take a proactive role in clinical audit and quality improvement, helping to implement recommendations and identify opportunities to improve prescribing and medicines safety. Review prescribing data and liaise with ICB pharmacists as appropriate. Provide medicines-related advice, updates and bulletins to the wider team. Participate in the development and review of policies relating to medicines management and prescribing, helping to ensure NICS prescribing is in accordance with relevant local guidelines and formularies. Support the drafting, review and sign-off of NICS Patient Group Directions (PGDs) and Patient Specific Directions (PSDs). Support the paramedic home visiting service in relation to emergency medicines and PGDs. Support the implementation of local and national clinical guidance, medicines safety alerts and formulary recommendations. Implement appropriate changes to medicines and prescribing arising from MHRA/CAS alerts, product withdrawals and other local or national guidance. Assess compliance with NICE guidance and advise colleagues on the implementation of new guidance. Maintain their own clinical and professional competence and take responsibility for continuous professional development. Work closely with the Director of Clinical Governance, Patient Safety and Professional Practice to support compliance with Care Quality Commission standards for safe and effective care. Clinical governance, quality and safety The post holder will contribute to NICS' commitment to high-quality, safe and effective care. They will apply relevant NICS policies, standards and guidance within their work and participate in audit and service improvement activity where appropriate. The role requires a strong understanding of clinical governance and medicines management, together with the ability to analyse complex issues, identify potential solutions and support improvements to patient services. The post holder will maintain appropriate standards of confidentiality and information governance. Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, healthcare professionals or NICS must be handled securely and confidentially and in accordance with NICS policies, procedures and relevant data protection requirements. Communication and collaborative working Effective communication and collaborative working are central to this role. The post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary and multi-agency primary care team and will build effective working relationships with colleagues across NICS and partner organisations. They will communicate effectively with team members and other healthcare professionals and recognise where alternative methods of communication may be required. The post holder will be expected to demonstrate strong influencing skills, professional credibility and the ability to work constructively with colleagues at all levels. About you To be considered for this role, you will need: A Master's degree in Pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent. Current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Independent Prescriber status. A satisfactory record of continuous professional development. At least two years' experience working as a pharmacist within community or primary care. Sound knowledge of clinical governance and medicines management. Working knowledge of computers and the EMIS clinical system. Good organisational and team leadership skills. The ability to communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels, both within and outside the organisation. Strong influencing skills and professional credibility. The ability to analyse complex issues and identify potential solutions. A clear commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-focused services and improving patient care. A commitment to multidisciplinary and multi-agency working and a willingness to explore alternative ways of working. Flexibility to work outside core office hours when required. Desirable experience and qualifications It would be advantageous if you have a postgraduate specialist qualification, medicines management qualification, additional relevant clinical qualifications, or experience of working with Primary Care Networks to develop services. Experience of working with external agencies in a leadership capacity, an understanding of wider NHS issues and drivers, and strong stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills would also be beneficial. Professional development, equality and inclusion The post holder will be expected to maintain their professional competence and participate in training and development provided by NICS. This includes participation in annual performance review and taking responsibility for their own learning, development and performance. NICS is committed to equality, diversity and respecting the rights, privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues. The successful candidate will be expected to work in a welcoming and non-judgemental manner and demonstrate respect for individual circumstances, priorities and rights. This role would suit an experienced pharmacist who enjoys working collaboratively, has a strong interest in medicines safety, prescribing quality and clinical governance, and wants to contribute to improving primary care services across North West Surrey.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters degree in Pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent.
• Independent Prescriber qualification/status.
• Current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Satisfactory record of continuous professional development.
• Sound knowledge of clinical governance and medicines management.
• Evidence of involvement in improving health inequalities.
• Good working knowledge of IT systems, including the EMIS clinical system.
• At least two years experience working as a pharmacist within community or primary care.
• Professional credibility and the ability to work effectively with medical colleagues.
• Good organisational skills.
• Good team leadership skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels and with colleagues both within and outside the organisation.
• Strong influencing skills and personal credibility.
• Ability to analyse complex issues and identify potential solutions.
• Clear commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-focused services.
• Focused on delivering objectives and improvements to patient services.
• Ability to take a corporate approach to key issues.
• Commitment to working to meet the needs of NICS.
• High levels of integrity and professionalism.
• Commitment to working as part of a multidisciplinary and multi-agency primary care team.
• Openness to exploring alternative working practices.
• Flexibility to work outside core office hours when required.

Desirable

• Postgraduate specialist qualification.
• Medicines Management qualification.
• MUR and repeat dispensing certification.
• Additional clinical qualifications relevant to the needs of the local population.
• Good strategic awareness of wider NHS issues and the implications of NHS drivers.
• Evidence of working with Primary Care Networks (PCNs) to develop services and engage others in service delivery.
• Evidence of working with external agencies in a leadership capacity.
• Understanding of other functional perspectives, for example Finance and HR.
• Effective stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills.

Experience

Essential

• At least two years experience working as a pharmacist within community or primary care.
• Professional credibility and the ability to work effectively with medical colleagues.

Desirable

• Evidence of working with Primary Care Networks (PCNs) to develop services and engage others in service delivery.
• Evidence of working with external agencies in a leadership capacity.
• Understanding of other functional perspectives, for example Finance and HR.
• Effective stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Masters degree in Pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent. Independent Prescriber qualification/status. Current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Satisfactory record of continuous professional development. Sound knowledge of clinical governance and medicines management. Evidence of involvement in improving health inequalities. Good working knowledge of IT systems, including the EMIS clinical system. At least two years experience working as a pharmacist within community or primary care. Professional credibility and the ability to work effectively with medical colleagues. Good organisational skills. Good team leadership skills. Ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels and with colleagues both within and outside the organisation. Strong influencing skills and personal credibility. Ability to analyse complex issues and identify potential solutions. Clear commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-focused services. Focused on delivering objectives and improvements to patient services. Ability to take a corporate approach to key issues. Commitment to working to meet the needs of NICS. High levels of integrity and professionalism. Commitment to working as part of a multidisciplinary and multi-agency primary care team. Openness to exploring alternative working practices. Flexibility to work outside core office hours when required. Desirable Postgraduate specialist qualification. Medicines Management qualification. MUR and repeat dispensing certification. Additional clinical qualifications relevant to the needs of the local population. Good strategic awareness of wider NHS issues and the implications of NHS drivers. Evidence of working with Primary Care Networks (PCNs) to develop services and engage others in service delivery. Evidence of working with external agencies in a leadership capacity. Understanding of other functional perspectives, for example Finance and HR. Effective stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills. Experience Essential At least two years experience working as a pharmacist within community or primary care. Professional credibility and the ability to work effectively with medical colleagues. Desirable Evidence of working with Primary Care Networks (PCNs) to develop services and engage others in service delivery. Evidence of working with external agencies in a leadership capacity. Understanding of other functional perspectives, for example Finance and HR. Effective stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills

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

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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

North West Surrey Integrated Care Services

Address

The Hythe Medical Centre

Rochester Road

Staines-upon-thames

Middlesex

TW18 3HN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nicsfed.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

North West Surrey Integrated Care Services

Address

The Hythe Medical Centre

Rochester Road

Staines-upon-thames

Middlesex

TW18 3HN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nicsfed.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Are you an ambitious pharmacist looking for an opportunity to lead transformational change within mental health services?

Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an exceptional pharmacist to lead the development and delivery of our Community Clozapine Pathway. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of specialist mental health pharmacy services and play a pivotal role in improving outcomes for people living with severe mental illness.

The postholder will provide professional, clinical and operational leadership for community clozapine services, community clozapine initiation, medicines optimisation, physical health improvement and medicines safety programmes across mental health services.

The role supports delivery of the Trust's Community Clozapine Pathway, helping reduce reliance on inpatient admission and improving access to one of the most effective treatments available for treatment-resistant schizophrenia.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to influence service transformation, workforce development, clinical governance and system-wide improvement across the physical health and mental health interface.

Closing date: 29th September 2026

Shortlisting: 30th September 2026 onwards

Interviews: Likely to be week commencing 12th October 2026 TBC

Main duties of the job

o The post holder will provide strategic and operational leadership for clozapine services, including implementation, development and ongoing oversight ofcommunity clozapine initiation pathways and associated medicines optimisation initiatives.o To provide, develop and promote a responsive, patient focused, highly specialised clinical pharmacy service to patients and staff within Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust community mental health services. o To deliver specialist information and expert advice to all members of the multidisciplinary team to maximise patient pharmaceutical care and ensure that medicines are prescribed, administered, and supplied in a safe, effective and economic manner and to reduce harm caused by medication errors. o To provide clinical and professional leadership for the development, implementation and ongoing oversight of community clozapine initiation services, ensuring safe, effective and equitable access to clozapine treatment.o Support the development and work within Community Mental Health Transformation programme pathways, protocols, and guidelines so the patients receive safe, clinically effective, and timely mental health medication in the most appropriate care setting. o Lead and support the development and delivery of specialist clozapine services, including community clozapine initiation pathways, physical health monitoring and medicines optimisation interventions.

About us

Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: -

We Care- We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference

We Listen- We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs

We Deliver- We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners

We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including :

Increase mileage rates for > 4500

A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages

A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities

Plus many more.

We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.

BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.

Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply as soon as possible