Experienced Clinical Pharmacist - Lewisham Division

National Health Service; Ashford; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS pension scheme

27 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Employee discounts and benefits scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Education and career development

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Flexible working options

Job summary

Modality Partnership’s Lewisham Division is seeking a skilled Clinical Pharmacist to deliver patient-centered pharmaceutical care in Primary Care, optimise medicines safely, and drive service development.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to provide medicines optimisation, support reviews, and help deliver strategic priorities across Divisional Boards and the National Modality Business Support Team.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Registered as a Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Independent Prescriber qualification.
• Completion of Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway (PCPEP).
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).

Responsibilities

• Clinically assess, diagnose, and prescribe where qualified.
• Optimise medicines and improve prescribing safety.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.
• Support medication reviews and medicines optimisation.
• Contribute to service development and innovative working practices.

Skills

Clinical Pharmacist

Patient-centered care

Medicines optimisation

Team collaboration

Education

MPharm or equivalent

GPhC registration

Independent Prescriber

PCPEP qualification

Job description

Job summary

Ready to make an impact? Seeking a fresh challenge? This could be the role for you!

We are looking for a skilled, enthusiastic, and experienced Clinical Pharmacist to join the Lewisham Division of Modality Partnership on a permanent contract. In this role, you will be instrumental in delivering high-quality, patient‑centred pharmaceutical care, optimising medicines safely and effectively, and driving innovation in Primary Care.

At Modality Partnership, our CARE values, Commitment, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, guide everything we do. Join a team that embodies these values in every patient interaction and across the wider organisation.

Why Join Us

• NHS pension scheme
• Minimum 27 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
• Employee discounts and benefits scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Education and career development pathways
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies
• Flexible working options and wellbeing initiatives

Main duties of the job

This is a dynamic, patient‑facing Clinical Pharmacist role, focused on delivering evidence‑based pharmaceutical care in Primary Care. You will use your expert knowledge of medicines to support patients with specific disease areas and long‑term conditions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Clinically assessing, diagnosing, and prescribing (where qualified)
• Optimising medicines and improving prescribing safety
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes
• Supporting medication reviews and structured medicines optimisation
• Contributing to service development and innovative working practices
• Working with Divisional Boards and the National Modality Business Support Team to deliver strategic priorities

This role requires innovation, flexibility, and commitment, offering the opportunity to work resourcefully within a team to meet organisational priorities while maintaining the highest standards of patient care.

About us

Our Lewisham practices are part of Modality Partnership, one of the UKs largest GP super‑partnerships, serving over 500,000 patients with a workforce of more than 1,800 staff. We continuously innovate to improve patient care and staff experience, embracing digital tools and automation to enhance how services are delivered.

This role provides a strong portfolio of clinical and leadership experience, enabling you to make sustainable improvements in Primary Care.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer, committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Application Process

If you are passionate about delivering high‑quality care, supporting patients in self‑care and adherence, and contributing to service improvement, this role offers a career‑advancing opportunity where your expertise is valued. Join a growing team of like‑minded professionals at Modality Partnership and make a real difference every day while developing your career.

Details

Date posted 05 November 2026

Pay schemeOtherSalary 58,133 to 66,274 a year - Band 7-8a - Salary offered is WTE ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full‑time, Flexible working Reference number E0281-26-0204

Job locations

• Jenner Health Centre 201 Stanstead Road LondonSE23 1HU United Kingdom
• South Lewisham Group Practice 50 Conisborough Crescent LondonSE6 2SP United Kingdom
• Bellingham Green Surgery 24 Bellingham Green LondonSE6 3JB United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilitiesPlease refer to the supporting documents for a full job description outlining the core responsibilities of this role.You will thrive if you are driven to implement solutions, improve prescribing practices, and influence service development while working closely with leadership teams.Please note: Modality Partnership reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time during the advertising period.

Pre‑employment Requirements

• Vaccinations: Mandatory vaccination evidence required (Hepatitis B, MMR, Varicella)
• Right to work: Proof of eligibility to work in the UK required at interview stage
• References: One reference from your current or most recent employer is mandatory
• Employment history: Any gaps of six weeks or more must be declared

Person Specification

Knowledge EssentialStrong understanding of medicines optimisationExcellent mathematical and scientific knowledgeKnowledge of prescription drug legislation and regulationsUnderstanding of long‑term condition managementAwareness of clinical governance in Primary CareKnowledge of local and national healthcare priorities

Personal Qualities EssentialCommitment to Continuous Professional DevelopmentFlexible and adaptable approach to workExcellent time management and organisation skillsProfessional, accountable, and proactiveStrong team playerDedicated to delivering excellence in patient care

Qualifications and Experience

EssentialMasters degree in pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent recognised pharmacy qualification.Registered as a Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), with no restrictions on practice.Independent Prescriber qualification.Completion of Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway (PCPEP) qualification.Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) relevant to clinical pharmacy practice.Prior experience working in GP practice.DesirablePostgraduate clinical pharmacy qualification (e.g. Clinical Diploma or equivalent).Membership or Fellowship of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS).Skills EssentialExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong patient‑facing consultation abilityExceptional attention to detailStrong numerical and analytical skillsEffective team working in a multidisciplinary settingHigh‑level customer service skillsCompetent in IT and specialist clinical systemsStrong problem‑solving and leadership capabilityDiplomacy and discretion in sensitive situationsExperience in audit or quality improvement projects

Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 CheckThis 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 Modality PartnershipAddress Jenner Health Centre 201 Stanstead Road LondonSE23 1HU United KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer name Modality PartnershipAddress Jenner Health Centre 201 Stanstead Road LondonSE23 1HU United KingdomEmployer's website