NHSL 219184 Pharmacy Support Worker, Higher Level (AP)

NHS National Services Scotland; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a part-time Pharmacy Support Worker in Edinburgh, joining a professional team focused on delivering high-quality medication services. The ideal candidate will have SCQF Level 6 education, relevant pharmacy experience, and a commitment to exceptional clinical care. This role offers training and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Career Development

Supportive Environment

Impactful Work

Qualifications

• Relevant work experience in a healthcare or pharmacy environment.
• Completion of an in-house competency-based Group Award.
• Previous experience within pharmacy services or stock management.

Responsibilities

• Join the centralised overlabelling team at NHS Lothian's Pharmacy & Medicines Service.
• Support the safe provision of medicines across the hospitals.
• Contribute to high-quality patient care through efficient supply chain management.

Skills

Diligent

Reliable

Flexible

Education

Educated to SCQF Level 6

Job description

Please note: As this post is part-time the salary will be pro-rata.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.

**Please note we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient amount of applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage**

Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check done than is currently the case. If the post is assessed as a "regulated role", your appointment will be subject to joining the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. If there is any change to what is currently required, this will be confirmed by either the Hiring Manager or the Recruitment Team. For more details on these changes please visit: Disclosure Scotland Changes.

This post requires the post holder to have a PVG Scheme membership/ record. If the post holder is not a current PVG member for the required regulatory group (i.e. child and/or adult) then an application will need to be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before they can begin in post.

Pharmacy Support Worker, Higher Level

NHS Lothian Pharmacy & Medicines Service

Western General Hospital

Band 3 | 0.8 WTE | 29.6 Hours

£28,011 – £30,230

(including evening, weekend and public holidays commitment)

Are you looking to join a supportive team that provides development opportunities within the NHS Lothian’s Pharmacy & Medicines Service?

Join our dedicated pharmacy overlabelling team and play a vital role in supporting the safe provision of medicines.

About the Role

We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated Pharmacy Support Worker (PSW), Higher Level to join our centralised overlabelling team with a requirement to work across the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh and Western General hospital sites. Our team consists of pharmacy technicians and PSWs, all working together to ensure the safe provision of medicines across the site.

Why Join Us?

When you join NHS Lothian’s Pharmacy & Medicines Service, you’re joining a team that values professional growth, innovation, and collaboration. Here’s why this role could be perfect for you:

• Career Development: Gain advanced skills through structured training and expand your scope of practice.
• Supportive Environment: Work with a friendly, professional team that is committed to helping you succeed.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to the efficient supply of medicines, directly supporting high-quality patient care.

About you

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Pharmacy Support Worker, Higher Level with a passion for delivering exceptional clinical care.

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Must be educated to SCQF Level 6 with relevant work experience in a healthcare or pharmacy environment.
• A diligent, reliable, and flexible approach to work.
• Prior experience within pharmacy services or stock management.

The completion of an in-house competency-based Group Award accredited via Edinburgh College within 12 months of commencing the post will also be required as well as the completion of in-house training programmes to demonstrate competency.

About NHS Lothian

NHS Lothian serves a population of 900,000 across Edinburgh, East Lothian, Midlothian, and West Lothian. As Scotland’s second-largest health system, we are one of four teaching Boards, fostering strong partnerships with universities and research institutions. Our Pharmacy & Medicines Service is dedicated to delivering clinically led, person-centred care, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our patients.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

For further information on what is included in the role and the skills/experience we’re looking for, please refer to the job description and person specification linked below. We know that a job advert can only tell you so much. To discuss this opportunity further and explore how it could fit your career goals, we warmly invite you to contact:

Contact: Laura Brown, Medicines Overlabelling Pharmacy Technician Team Leader

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]