217119 Pharmacy Support Worker (KMc)

NHS Lothian; Livingston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Lothian is seeking a Pharmacy Support Worker to join their dedicated team at St John’s Hospital. You will play an essential role in the safe provision of medicines, supporting the National Immunisation Programmes. The position offers career development, a supportive environment, and impactful work in patient care.

Benefits

Career Development through structured training

Supportive Environment with a professional team

Impactful Work supporting patient care

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and motivated individual for Pharmacy Support Worker role.
• Interest in learning about clean room environments and aseptic procedures.
• Willingness to complete SCQF Level 6 unit.

Responsibilities

• Receipt of vaccine deliveries and ensuring correct storage.
• Assembly of vaccine orders for dispatch to vaccination centres.
• Maintaining cold chain procedures at all times.

Skills

Organized

Flexible

Motivated

Teamwork

Education

National 4 or above in English and Mathematics

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.

Please note: We anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications are received. Please submit your application early.

Pharmacy Support Worker

NHS Lothian Pharmacy & Medicines Service
St John’s Hospital

Band 2 | 1.0 WTE | 37 Hours

Permanent

£25,694 - £27,900 (including public holidays commitment)

Are you looking to join a supportive team that provides development opportunities within NHS Lothian’s Pharmacy & Medicines Service?

Join our dedicated pharmacy team at St John’s Hospital and play a vital role in supporting the safe provision of medicines within a hospital services environment.

About The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated individual to work as a Pharmacy Support Worker within the Area Stores Department at St John’s Hospital in Livingston. The successful candidate will be part of a hardworking, highly motivated team contributing to the timely and safe supply of vaccines to ensure the delivery of the National Immunisation Programmes across NHS Lothian. You should be organized, flexible, motivated, able to work under pressure, and enjoy interaction with healthcare staff.

Duties include receipt of vaccine deliveries, ensuring correct storage, and assembly of vaccine orders for dispatch to various vaccination centres, GP surgeries, health centres, and educational institutions, maintaining cold chain procedures at all times.

Previous pharmacy experience is advantageous but not essential, as training will be provided.

This is a full-time role involving participation in working Public Holidays and an early/late shift roster.

Why Join Us?

• Career Development: Gain advanced skills through structured training and expand your scope of practice.
• Supportive Environment: Work with a friendly, professional team committed to your success.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to the efficient supply of medicines, supporting high-quality patient care.

About You

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Pharmacy Support Worker passionate about delivering exceptional clinical care.

Essential Qualifications And Experience

• National 4 or above (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
• A diligent, reliable, and flexible approach to work.
• Interest in learning about clean room environments and aseptic procedures.
• Experience within pharmacy services or stock management is beneficial but not essential.
• Willingness to complete an SCQF Level 6 unit as part of your development.

About NHS Lothian

NHS Lothian serves 900,000 people across Edinburgh, East Lothian, Midlothian, and West Lothian. As Scotland’s second-largest health system, we foster strong university and research partnerships. Our Pharmacy & Medicines Service is dedicated to delivering person-centred, clinically led care to achieve the best outcomes for patients.

St John’s Hospital offers advanced healthcare services, providing an excellent environment for developing your clinical skills.

Next Steps

For more details about the role and required skills/experience, please refer to the job description and person specification linked below. To discuss this opportunity further or explore how it aligns with your career goals, please contact:

Laura McKain, Area Pharmacy Store Manager
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or

Jennifer Ireland, Pharmacy Technician
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