PCN clinical pharmacist

NHS; Brighton; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Brighton is seeking an experienced pharmacist to join their pharmacy team. The role involves supporting general practice staff, managing medication queries, and contributing to quality frameworks. Candidates must hold an MPharm and have at least 3 years of experience. This position offers flexible working arrangements, with a salary aligned to Agenda for Change band 7 or above.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience.
• Independent prescriber status is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary support to general practice staff regarding prescription queries.
• Support the repeat prescription system and undertake Structured Medication Reviews.
• Contribute to delivery of enhanced services and manage aspects of the Quality and Outcome Framework.

Skills

Primary care knowledge

Clinical assessment

Medication management

Communication skills

Education

Masters degree in pharmacy (MPharm)

Clinical diploma

Job description

Job Summary

This is an exciting time to be working in general practice and shaping the future for primary care. We are seeking an experienced, motivated and forward thinking pharmacist to be an integral part of our pharmacy team for Brighton North and Central PCN. We are a network of four GP practices working collaboratively for our local population of approximately 42,000 patients within Brighton.

Main Duties

The post holder will provide primary support to general practice staff across the PCN regarding prescription and medication queries. They will support the repeat prescription system, undertake Structured Medication Reviews (SMRs), and support the transfer of care from different settings. The post holder will contribute to delivery of enhanced and local commissioned services, the local medicines optimisation strategy, and manage aspects of the Quality and Outcome Framework (QOF). They will also support the PCN Directed Enhanced Service (DES).

About Us

North and Central Brighton PCN is a group of four GP practices working collaboratively for our local population of approximately 42,000 patients across Brighton and Hove. We are a dynamic and supportive PCN covering a diverse cohort of patients, including a large student population. The successful post-holder will join and work alongside a multidisciplinary team, including pharmacy technicians, clinical pharmacists and other healthcare professionals. The PCN encourages development into a prescriber and offers support for CPPE primary care pharmacy education pathway.

Details

Date posted: 18 November 2025
Reference number: A0511-25-0004
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time, Part‑time, Job share, Flexible working
Salary: Agenda for Change band 7 or above (depending on experience)
Location: 2 Victoria Road, Brighton, BN1 3FS

Job Responsibilities

Please see attached full job description and detailed person specification which outline the primary duties and areas of responsibility of the successful post holder.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Masters degree in pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent
• Clinical diploma (Desirable)
• Independent prescriber (Desirable)
• Working towards RPS foundation or advanced Pharmacy Framework (Desirable)

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years post‑qualification experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer Details

Montpelier Surgery
2 Victoria Road
Brighton, BN1 3FS
Website: https://www.montpeliersurgery.co.uk/