Lead Pharmacist Aseptic Services
University Hospitals Sussex Nhs Foundation Trust
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Job summary
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust in Worthing Hospital is seeking a Lead Pharmacist for Aseptic Services to oversee cancer care preparation and lead the aseptic unit. The role includes accountability under Medicines Act and development of the service within a centralised unit.
The post includes opportunities for education and professional growth, with potential visa sponsorship under UKVI for eligible applicants and a pathway to lead pharmacist responsibilities.
Qualifications
- Degree in Pharmacy with GPhC registration.
- Experience in hospital pharmacy, cancer services or aseptic services.
- Leadership experience or progression towards lead pharmacist role.
- Awareness of medicines legislation and QC standards.
Responsibilities
- Provide specialist clinical pharmacy service to cancer patients.
- Lead aseptic service to ensure safe preparation of SACT medicines.
- Coordinate training for aseptic staff and ensure audit readiness.
- Support quality inspections and compliance with medicines legislation.
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Job description
We are delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and enthusiastic pharmacist to join our team at Worthing Hospital. This ideal for a pharmacist looking to gain leadership experience in Aseptics/Cancer Services. This post offers opportunities to gain new skills and take on increased responsibilities.
The successful candidate will be supported by a dedicated education and training team, ensuring continuous professional development and growth.
This is a really exciting opportunity to shape the development of the service at Worthing Hospital. With early discussions about a centralised Aseptic Unit within Sussex this is a perfect opportunity to be part of this project and shape the service to the Trust.
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role‑specific criteria.
As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality pharmaceutical care. Your responsibilities will encompass a range of clinical, technical and administrative tasks, ensuring the safe and effective preparation of SACT medicines. We are committed to supporting a healthy work-life balance for all our staff.
- To support and maintain the work of the Aseptic Services Section of the Pharmacy
- Provide specialist clinical pharmacy service to all cancer patients
- Work closely with other lead specialists in other localities and nationally for pharmacy services to cancer services to develop best practice.
- Take on an Accountable Pharmacist role
- Ensure that aseptic facilities meet the standards assessed by external audits
- Help develop and deliver a safe, efficient and effective pharmaceutical aseptic service
- Assist other Lead Pharmacists in responding appropriately to internal and external inspections
- Ensure the training of all staff within aseptic services to be competent in the preparation of all aseptic preparations.
- Identify own learning needs
- Monitor chemotherapy regimens and clinically check prescriptions prior to their production
- Ensure chemotherapy agents are manufactured to available standards.
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 abuddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Date posted: 18 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 8a
Salary: £57,528 to £64,750 a year
Per annum pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours
Reference number: 279-8092247-AUG26
Job locations: Worthing Hospital, Lyndhurst Road, Worthing, BN11 2DH, United Kingdom
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.
- Lead Pharmacist Aseptic Services Band 8a position
- To support and maintain the work of the Aseptic Services Section of the Pharmacy, which provides all injectable chemotherapy treatments in a ready to use form.
- Provide specialist clinical pharmacy service to all cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy within the Trust
- Ensure chemotherapy agents are manufactured in concordance with medicines legislation and regional QC standards.
- As a progression post you will be provided the education and support to work towards becoming a lead pharmacist managing the Aseptic Service and act as the Accountable Pharmacist under section 10 of the Medicines Act.
- Responsible for or support the provision of a pharmacy aseptic service to the staff of Worthing pharmacy department and cancer services.
- To Lead and manage/support the management of the aseptic unit service providing clinical, technical and training support to the aseptic service ensuring the health and safety of staff and patients.
- To support and become the Accountable Pharmacist for all work carried out under section 10 of the Medicines Act within the site specific Pharmacy Aseptic Unit.
- The successful candidate must hold a Master of Pharmacy degree or equivalent and be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
- This post will require periods of time within an Aseptic Unit alongside desk and presence on a cancer ward.
- You will be working with cancer patients
- There will be time pressures within the role
- There may be periods of standing/sitting
- You will be responsible to the Lead Pharmacist Aseptic Services or Lead Pharmacist Preparative Services depending on banding.
- You will be accountable to the chief pharmacist.
The post is a band 8a post. Your position within this salary scale will be based on your current experience.
In this role you will be instrumental in providing exceptional care, contributing to the overall success of our team and the support of our patients. Your dedication to quality, safety and continuous improvement will be key to your success and the success of our service. We also place a strong emphasis on maintaining a healthy work-life balance, ensuring you have the support you need to thrive both professionally and personally.
- Degree in Pharmacy at a British School of Pharmacy, or recognised equivalent
- Working towards or a post graduate diploma in clinical pharmacy
- A UK registered pharmacist (Member of the General Pharmaceutical Council - Great Britain) with significant experience on the register, working in hospital pharmacy.
- Experience of working within a hospital pharmacy department post qualification, including experience in cancer services or aseptic services provision at least at a band 7 level.
- BOPA membership
- Good Clinical Trial Practice (GCP) training
- Extensive portfolio and evidence of CPD with identifiable outcomes
- Experience of working with different healthcare professions and managers across the wider healthcare economy
- Experience in training of other staff
- Able to identify own development/training needs
- Previous experience with Chemocare (e‑prescribing system)
- Previous experience with Wellsky (e‑prescribing system and stock control system)
- Awareness of financial aspects of chemotherapy funding
- Demonstrates behaviours and attitudes that supports the Trust's Vision
- Experience with the use of chemotherapy prescribing systems
- Responsible for own professional actions and have sufficient autonomy for the delivery of the role
- Excellent problem solving skills
- Previous experience with Chemocare (e‑prescribing system)
- Previous experience with Wellsky (e‑prescribing system and stock control system)
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer name: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address: Worthing Hospital, Lyndhurst Road, Worthing, BN11 2DH, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Lead Pharmacist Preparative Services
Matthew Pitt
matthewpitt1@nhs.net
01903205111
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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
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