Pharmacist

GREAT ORMOND STREET HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's hospital in the UK is seeking a dedicated Pharmacist to join their Education and Training Team. The role involves leading pharmacy education initiatives and supporting colleagues in their professional development. Ideal candidates should have a strong passion for education and experience in training. Opportunities for clinical skill enhancement and exposure to paediatric pharmacy are available. Join a dynamic team committed to improving the lives of children through innovative pharmacy practices.

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Support for career development

Qualifications

• Experience in education and training in a pharmacy context.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Interest in paediatric pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of holistic Band 6 and 7 development programs.
• Support practitioners and tutors undertaking the UCL diploma program.
• Develop pharmacy student capacity and placements.

Skills

Education and training experience

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to support colleagues

Education

Pharmacy Degree

Job description

We are looking for a driven and passionate Pharmacist with a love for education and training to join our dynamic and friendly team. Prior paediatric experience is not required but a drive to support people to achieve their full potential is.

GOSH is an exciting place to work at the cutting edge of medicines use for children globally. The Pharmacy Department is well regarded and holds a host of expertise. You will work with inspirational colleagues across Pharmacy and the Education Directorates to deliver high quality and engaging educational programs. There is the opportunity to build your professional network and reputation both locally and internationally as we look to expand our educational services globally.

We are expanding our Education and Training Team as we see the impact these roles have on our colleagues and patient care. Driving improvements in the way children are treated and experience medicines. You will bring your own expertise, passion, charisma and drive to shape how we push boundaries in Pharmacy practice and the use of medicines. You will be well supported on your journey as an educationalist with support to continue to develop your clinical skills, managerial, research and educational skills. Drawing upon experienced Education and Training Pharmacists, our research institute and clinical leaders here at GOSH, You will be responsible for driving forward high quality and impactful education for Pharmacists. Supporting Pharmacy professionals to achieve their full potential whilst working with the wider team to support colleagues to build paediatric training capacity meeting the needs of the local, national and international workforce in paediatrics.

Key Projects

• Leading upon developing a holistic Band 6 and 7 development program to support the development of highly skilled practitioners
• Lead upon supporting practitioners and tutors undertaking the UCL diploma program
• Developing GOSH’s pharmacy student capacity and leading upon placements
• Supporting the Trusts wider medicines management agenda

Within the Education Team at GOSH we are keen to support each other and share opportunities to grow the team. There will be the opportunity to work across programs to gain exposure and experience in a range of pharmacy educational activities including Pre‑registration Pharmacy Technician and Foundation Pharmacist programs.

We recognise the importance of maintaining your clinical competence and actively support those with limited paediatric experience to develop their skills. We would like to work with you to explore your clinical passions to support your ongoing development through a manageable clinical commitment.

Working for our organisation

GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.

We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long‑term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.

We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long‑Term Health Conditions and Women’s staff networks. Staff networks are employee‑led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust’s mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.

Recruitment Process

The recruitment process for all admin and clerical roles at Bands 2‑4 will be a two stage recruitment process whereby shortlisted candidates will undertake an online literacy, numeracy, ICT and typing test. Only those candidates who pass the competency test will proceed to a formal interview.

The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we have to close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification criteria for this post will be shortlisted. Please note that where high volumes of applicants have been received, additional criteria may on occasion be used to determine the final shortlist.

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.

We are an accredited Living Wage Employer.