Bank Pharmacy Assistant

Spire Healthcare Limited; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Weekly pay

Spire Healthcare Pension Scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Spire for You

Spire Wellbeing Centre

Free uniform

Free DBS check

Induction programme

Job summary

Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant to join the Bank team. In this role you will support the Pharmacy Department in delivering safe, efficient medicines across the hospital and work within a friendly, professional environment.

This bank position offers flexible shifts, weekly pay, and development opportunities, with training and a supportive Resourcing Team to help you progress while contributing to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Previous customer-facing experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisational and administrative skills.
• Experience working within a team environment.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and other computer systems.
• Basic awareness of health, safety, and hygiene practices.
• Ability to work accurately and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the delivery of pharmaceutical care across the hospital.
• Supporting the safe handling, storage, movement, and management of medicines.
• Assisting with stock control and stock management activities.
• Updating and maintaining pharmacy records and electronic systems.
• Supporting the Pharmacy Team to ensure medicines are supplied accurately and efficiently.
• Communicating effectively with colleagues and patients as part of routine daily activities.
• Assisting with the maintenance and development of pharmacy services.
• Contributing to quality improvement initiatives and service excellence.
• Supporting compliance with healthcare regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Maintaining high standards of health, safety, infection prevention, and security.
• Taking responsibility for ongoing learning and personal development.

Skills

Customer service experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

MS Office/IT skills

Health & safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

S/NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services (or working towards)

Job description

Bank Pharmacy Assistant | Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital | Bank | Flexible Working | Competitive Hourly Rate

Looking for flexibility and the opportunity to make a real impact on patient care?

Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Pharmacy Assistant to join our busy Pharmacy Department on the Bank. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with customer service or pharmacy experience to work within a supportive and professional healthcare environment while enjoying the flexibility that bank working offers.

As part of our Pharmacy team, you'll play a vital role in supporting the safe, efficient, and effective supply of medicines across the hospital, helping us deliver an outstanding experience for patients and clinicians alike.

About Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital

Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital is a leading private hospital providing high-quality care across a wide range of specialties. Our dedicated teams work together to deliver exceptional clinical outcomes and first-class patient experiences, supported by modern facilities and state-of-the-art technology.

Duties and Responsibilities

As a Pharmacy Assistant, you will support the Pharmacy Team in delivering a high-quality service to patients and hospital departments, ensuring medicines are managed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting in the delivery of pharmaceutical care across the hospital.
• Supporting the safe handling, storage, movement, and management of medicines.
• Assisting with stock control and stock management activities.
• Updating and maintaining pharmacy records and electronic systems.
• Supporting the Pharmacy Team to ensure medicines are supplied accurately and efficiently.
• Communicating effectively with colleagues and patients as part of routine daily activities.
• Assisting with the maintenance and development of pharmacy services.
• Contributing to quality improvement initiatives and service excellence.
• Supporting compliance with healthcare regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Maintaining high standards of health, safety, infection prevention, and security.
• Taking responsibility for ongoing learning and personal development.

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking an organised, proactive individual who enjoys working as part of a team and takes pride in delivering excellent service.

Essential

• Previous customer-facing experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisational and administrative skills.
• Experience working within a team environment.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and other computer systems.
• Basic awareness of health, safety, and hygiene practices.
• Ability to work accurately and follow procedures.

Desirable

• Previous pharmacy experience.
• S/NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services (or working towards the qualification).
• Experience within a healthcare or hospital environment.
• Experience in stock management, checking, monitoring, and administrative processes.

Applicants without a pharmacy qualification who can demonstrate relevant experience, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn are also encouraged to apply.

Working Pattern

• Bank Contract
• Flexible shifts based on business needs and your availability.
• Excellent opportunity to fit work around existing commitments while gaining valuable healthcare experience.

Benefits

Working for Spire on the Bank offers flexibility alongside a wide range of benefits, including:

• Competitive hourly rates
• Weekly pay
• Access to the Spire Healthcare Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Smart Spending discounts through Spire for You
• Access to the Spire Wellbeing Centre
• Free uniform
• Free DBS check
• Comprehensive induction programme
• Ongoing mandatory training and professional development
• Opportunities to progress into permanent positions
• Dedicated support from Spire's specialist Resourcing Team
• Access to MyGymDiscounts, offering significant savings on gym memberships, fitness subscriptions, and leisure activities across the UK

Our people are our difference. Their dedication, expertise, compassion, and commitment to excellence are what make Spire Healthcare a trusted provider of healthcare services.

For us, it's about more than treating patients. It's about caring for people.

Why Join Spire?

At Spire Healthcare, we are committed to supporting our colleagues through flexible working opportunities, career development, wellbeing initiatives, and a culture where everyone feels valued and respected.

As one of the UK's leading independent healthcare providers, we continue to invest in our people, facilities, and services to ensure the highest standards of patient care.

Closing Date

To streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to close vacancies before the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. Early applications are encouraged.