Locum Pharmacist - Band 8a

Your World; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 51,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily PAYE payroll options

24/7 consultant support

Loyalty rewards

Job summary

Your World is seeking a Locum Pharmacist (Band 8a) in Stoke-on-Trent for a temporary placement from 28/10/2026 to 05/12/2026. The role focuses on medicines management within a fast-paced clinical environment, impacting patient outcomes and safety.

You will work as a critical link in the multidisciplinary team to ensure therapeutic efficacy and precise clinical decisions. The position requires UK-based pharmacy experience, MPharm degree (or equivalent), and current GPHC registration.

Qualifications

• UK-based Pharmacy experience required.
• Right to Work in the UK is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive medication reviews and provide pharmaceutical interventions.
• Demonstrate mastery of clinical pharmacy systems and manage high-acuity caseloads.
• Maintain adherence to GPHC standards and Trust protocols for patient safety.
• Coordinate with medical and nursing staff to support discharge planning and workflow.

Skills

Medicines management

Clinical reviews

GPHC registration

Education

MPharm Degree (or equivalent)

GPHC registration

Job description

Stoke on Trent

£35.00 - £37.00 P/H

*Pay range/rate depend on qualifications, experience, and training.

Locum

28/10/2026 - 05/12/2026

Locum Pharmacist (Band 8a) | Stoke on Trent | 28/10/2026 | £35 - £37 P/H per hour

The Opportunity

Step into a role within a fast-paced clinical environment, where your expertise in medicines management directly influences patient outcomes and safety. As a Band 8a Pharmacist, you will act as a critical link in the multidisciplinary team, ensuring therapeutic efficacy and precision in complex clinical decision-making.

The Impact You'll Make

• Clinical Delivery: Lead comprehensive medication reviews and provide expert pharmaceutical interventions to optimise patient care pathways.
• Competencies: Demonstrate mastery of clinical pharmacy systems and advanced pharmacology to manage high-acuity caseloads effectively.
• Quality & Compliance: Maintain rigorous adherence to GPHC standards and Trust-specific protocols to ensure the highest levels of patient safety.
• Skills: Coordinate seamlessly with medical and nursing staff to streamline discharge planning and departmental workflow.

Requirements

• Background: Relevant experience in a UK-based Pharmacy setting, with Right to Work in the UK.
• Credentials: Mandatory MPharm Degree (or equivalent) and current GPHC registration.

The Your World Advantage

• Daily PAYE/Weekly Umbrella: Flexible payroll options to suit your financial preferences.
• 24/7 Consultant Support: Dedicated assistance from a recruitment expert whenever you need it.
• Loyalty Rewards: Access to our exclusive Your Loyalty rewards scheme.
• Travel & Accommodation: Professional assistance with logistics for your placement.

About Your World As an industry leader, Your World provides unparalleled access to the UK healthcare landscape, offering candidates significant reach and stability:

• Over 2.6 million hours of shifts filled in the last year alone.
• Supported a network of 5,565 healthcare candidates in achieving their career goals.
• Partnered with 770 healthcare organisations across 7 frameworks to provide diverse opportunities.

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Other benefits of working with Your World

Competitive pay

We aim to get you the best rates based on your skills and experience.

Quick registration

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