Newly Qualified Pharmacist Opportunities - County Durham

Bestway Healthcare; North East; On-site; GBP 30,307 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus £5,000 net (subject to }

Relocation support up to £8,000

Professional fees paid

Clinical training

Mileage allowance

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Job summary

Well Pharmacy is recruiting a Newly Qualified Pharmacist to complete IP qualifications with support from Well Academy. The role offers a structured clinical pathway, paid study days, and dedicated Supervisors to guide you from trainee to Independent Prescriber.

As a relief pharmacist you join a supportive network with Buddy Days, Area and Regional managers, and opportunities to work across multiple pharmacies within driving distance.

Qualifications

• MPharm degree or equivalent.
• GPhC registration required by start date.
• Must drive and have access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Start your pharmacy career as a relief pharmacist in County Durham, gaining experience across multiple pharmacies with varying patient needs and footfall.
• Maintain clinical standards while working within Well Pharmacy's network and adhering to local policies.

Skills

Driving license

IP qualification

Education

MPharm degree or equivalent

GPhC registration

Job description

Vacancies Newly Qualified Pharmacist with IP Qualification - County Durham

Overview of the role

The transition from Trainee to Pharmacist is the biggest leap of your career. At Well Pharmacy we provide a structured clinical pathway. Through the Well Academy, we bridge the gap between registration and becoming a confident, Independent Prescriber (IP).

If you aren't yet IP-qualified, we provide the paid study days and Designated Supervisors to get you there.

Your Support System: From Day One

Being a Relief Pharmacist doesn’t mean being on your own. You are part of a network designed to help you flourish:

• The Buddy System: Five dedicated "Buddy Days" with an experienced pharmacist to guide you through your first shifts.
• Leadership Access: Direct, ongoing support from a dedicated Area Operations Manager and Regional Operations Manager.
• Structured Growth: Regular pharmacy visits and development conversations to keep your career on track.
• Variety and Flexibility: Gain experience across a range of pharmacies within approximately one hour’s drive of your base branch.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and hourly rate.
• Welcome to Well Bonus: £5,000 net payment (subject to location).
• Relocation Support: Up to £8,000 to help you move (subject to location).
• Professional Fees: GPhC / PSNI registration and DBS / PVG costs fully paid.
• Clinical Training: Opportunity to enrol on the Independent Prescribing (Clinical Diploma) course.
• Travel Support: Mileage allowance provided for all relief travel.
• Future Planning: Bonus scheme and competitive pension scheme.
• Work‑Life Balance: Generous holiday allowance, consistent rotas, and employee discounts.

The Well Tech Revolution

We have invested significantly in technology so you can focus on your patients rather than paperwork. Our PMR system and centralised dispensing model reduce administrative pressure, allowing you more time to deliver high‑quality clinical services and patient care.

Your wellbeing is also our priority. All of our field managers are trained in Mental Health Awareness, ensuring you feel supported, understood, and valued every day.

Why Join Well Pharmacy?

At Well, it’s about more than the package—it’s about your future. You’ll join a business passionate about developing the next generation of pharmacists in a modern, clinical environment.

If you are a Newly Qualified Pharmacist looking for a supportive, structured, and rewarding start to your career, we would love to hear from you.

Main Responsibility

Start your pharmacy career but joining our team's inthe County Durhamarea as a relief pharmacist. This is the perfect role to expose you to a variety of pharmacies withdifferent patient needs and footfall.

Successful candidates MUST drive and have access to a car

The Ideal Candidate

Now you'll need an MPharm degree or equivalent and you'll need to have your GPHC registration upon your start date too.

Equal Opportunity

Well are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer. If you have any specific requirements, we'll do everything we can to support you. Whether it is to find a pharmacy that is accessible, or if it is a flexible position you are looking for, we can help find the role that is right for you. If you need us to make any reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process, we will be happy to accommodate you

Job Details

• Salary from £22.50 per hour
• Frequency Hourly
• Vacancy ID well/TP/135382/11519
• Contract Type Permanent - Full Time
• Closing Date No expiry date
• Job Category Pharmacists
• Division / Function Division 7 England
• Location County Durham, United Kingdom (Incl. Northern Ireland)