Lead Pharmacist for Education and Training

NHS; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a highly specialist pharmacist has arisen at Yeovil District Hospital. You will lead, develop, and deliver high-quality training for the pharmacy team while providing patient-centered clinical pharmacy service. Join a motivated team focused on professional development and patient care in a vibrant location with excellent benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Career development opportunities

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Full current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Commitment to professional updating and continuous professional development.
• Experience delivering clinical pharmacy practice at an advanced level.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the pharmacy team's training and education.
• Provide a comprehensive clinical pharmacy service to inpatients.
• Implement local and national education-related policies.

Skills

Clinical Pharmacy Practice

Training and Development

Mentoring

Education

Masters degree or equivalent in Pharmacy

Postgraduate Diploma or MSc in Clinical Pharmacy

Independent Prescribing qualification

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly specialist pharmacist with a passion for education and training to join our motivated, personable and patient focused pharmacy team. You will be working as a key member of the senior team and will be responsible for leading, developing and delivering a high quality education and training programme for members of the pharmacy team and the wider multi-disciplinary team. You will also have the opportunity to provide a comprehensive, safe and patient centred clinical pharmacy service to inpatients at Yeovil District Hospital.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an experienced pharmacist to join our senior team who is forward-thinking and dynamic and able to lead, manage and co-ordinate the work of the pharmacy team to ensure the provision of proactive and high quality training and education opportunities for all members of the pharmacy team. You must be keen to learn yourself and be dedicated to nurturing, mentoring and developing our staff to reach their full potential. You will be responsible for providing professional leadership as well as organising and supporting the education and training and the continuing professional development of trainee pharmacists, qualified pharmacy staff and other multi-disciplinary staff. The role involves the implementation of local and national policies relating to education and training and liaising with external organisations and universities involved in the delivery of education.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Details Date posted

04 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£55,690 to £62,682 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

184-OL-PU-2849

Job locations

Yeovil District Hospital

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT

Job description Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role, please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application, please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

Job description Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role, please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application, please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Masters degree or equivalent in Pharmacy
• Full current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Completion of or expectation to complete a postgraduate Diploma or MSc in Clinical Pharmacy
• Completion of or expectation to complete Independent Prescribing qualification
• Commitment and evidence of professional updating and formal continuous professional development

Experience Essential

• Demonstrable hospital pharmacy experience delivering clinical pharmacy practice at an advanced level
• Experience in clinical training and/or mentoring of pharmacy staff
• Experience of staff appraisal and objective setting

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Masters degree or equivalent in Pharmacy
• Full current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Completion of or expectation to complete a postgraduate Diploma or MSc in Clinical Pharmacy
• Completion of or expectation to complete Independent Prescribing qualification
• Commitment and evidence of professional updating and formal continuous professional development

Experience Essential

• Demonstrable hospital pharmacy experience delivering clinical pharmacy practice at an advanced level
• Experience in clinical training and/or mentoring of pharmacy staff
• Experience of staff appraisal and objective setting

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

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Yeovil District Hospital

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT

Employer's website

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

Employer details Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Yeovil District Hospital

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT

Employer's website

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