Pharmacy Assistant: HMP Nottingham

Job summary

Please be advised Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has made the difficult decision to serve notice on its offender health contracts. Over the coming months, we will be working with NHS England on the transition of the services to a new provider. We still need to recruit to these valued positions and welcome your application. But, in line with our values, honesty is important, so please note that if you are successful that in time your employment would move from Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust to another provider who would then be your new employer.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced pharmacy assistant to join our busy, friendly pharmacy department. to deliver a high quality patient-focused pharmacy service.

You must be self-motivated with a flexible working approach and be able to demonstrate good communication and organisational skills, working independently and as part of a team. The job is a busy and physically demanding role and you will be expected to work to deadlines.

Main duties of the job

The overriding purpose is to support provision of the highest quality patient care within the Offender Health directorate, through personal actions and continuous improvement.

Under the supervision of the Pharmacy Technician, assist in the provision of a specialist high quality, safe prison pharmacy ordering, distribution and supply service which reflects National and Local Policy and Priorities, taking into account the high level of security that must be maintained at all times.

This is achieved by a wide range of routine tasks and through the accurate and efficient ordering, receipt, storage and distribution of medicines.

To provide general advice to colleagues regarding medication availability and pharmacy information.

About us

#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,500 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 100 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.

We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.

We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.

The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.

The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment

Date posted

24 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,625 to £25,674 a year per annum (pro rata for part time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

186-511-25-FS

Job locations

HMP Nottingham

Perry Rd, Sherwood,

Nottingham

NG5 3AG

Job description Job responsibilities

Please be advised Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has made the difficult decision to serve notice on its offender health contracts. Over the coming months, we will be working with NHS England on the transition of the services to a new provider. We still need to recruit to these valued positions and welcome your application. But, in line with our values, honesty is important, so please note that if you are successful that in time your employment would move from Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust to another provider who would then be your new employer.

The post-holder will work within the Pharmacy department assisting and working with other pharmacy and healthcare professionals to deliver a comprehensive pharmacy service within the prison.

For me more details please see the description.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.

You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.

Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa.

Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.

Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Job description Job responsibilities

Please be advised Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has made the difficult decision to serve notice on its offender health contracts. Over the coming months, we will be working with NHS England on the transition of the services to a new provider. We still need to recruit to these valued positions and welcome your application. But, in line with our values, honesty is important, so please note that if you are successful that in time your employment would move from Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust to another provider who would then be your new employer.

The post-holder will work within the Pharmacy department assisting and working with other pharmacy and healthcare professionals to deliver a comprehensive pharmacy service within the prison.

For me more details please see the description.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.

You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.

Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa.

Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.

Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Person Specification Experience Essential

• Previous employment as Pharmacy Assistant or equivalent
• Team working
• Experience of accurate stock control

Desirable

• Experience of working in secure environment eg secure hospital or prison
• Previous experience of using SystmOne
• Previous employment in a customer/ patient facing role

Qualifications Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent experience acquired through 'on the job' training

Desirable

• Competency training and experience of eg stock management

Knowledge Essential

• Health and safety considerations
• Knowledge of pharmacy procedures, legislation and practices, eg ordering of stock and prescribed medication, supply and administration to patients
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools
• Manual Handling

Desirable

• COSHH regulations
• PSIs and PSOs
• Audit

Skills Essential

• IT skills to use software packages for Patient Medication Record, SystmOne and/ or other programmes
• Good written and verbal communication
• Ability to assess stock issues, resolve problems
• Ability to work alone and within a team
• Ability to work to agreed procedures
• Time management

Desirable

• Ability to speak other languages
• Calmness under pressure
• Confidence in dealing with patients

Values and Behaviour Essential

• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate at interview that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation

Person Specification Experience Essential

• Previous employment as Pharmacy Assistant or equivalent
• Team working
• Experience of accurate stock control

Desirable

• Experience of working in secure environment eg secure hospital or prison
• Previous experience of using SystmOne
• Previous employment in a customer/ patient facing role

Qualifications Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent experience acquired through 'on the job' training

Desirable

• Competency training and experience of eg stock management

Knowledge Essential

• Health and safety considerations
• Knowledge of pharmacy procedures, legislation and practices, eg ordering of stock and prescribed medication, supply and administration to patients
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools
• Manual Handling

Desirable

• COSHH regulations
• PSIs and PSOs
• Audit

Skills Essential

• IT skills to use software packages for Patient Medication Record, SystmOne and/ or other programmes
• Good written and verbal communication
• Ability to assess stock issues, resolve problems
• Ability to work alone and within a team
• Ability to work to agreed procedures
• Time management

Desirable

• Ability to speak other languages
• Calmness under pressure
• Confidence in dealing with patients

Values and Behaviour Essential

• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate at interview that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details Employer name

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Nottingham

Perry Rd, Sherwood,

Nottingham

NG5 3AG

Employer's website

https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Nottingham

Perry Rd, Sherwood,

Nottingham

NG5 3AG

Employer's website

https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)