Pharmacy Assistant (Maternity Cover).

The Hospital of St John & St Elizabeth; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A private hospital in London seeks a Pharmacy Assistant for maternity cover. The role involves procurement of medicines, stocking management, and dispensing under supervision. Candidates should have service experience, preferably in pharmacy, and be working towards or holding an NVQ2 qualification. The position offers a supportive environment and benefits including private healthcare and annual leave.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

Generous private healthcare cover

Contributory pension schemes

Employee recognition rewards

Discounts at local and online shops

Qualifications

• Working towards an NVQ2 qualification.
• Experience in a clinical or pharmacy setting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Procurement of medicines for use within the Hospital.
• Liaising with wards and departments regarding stock and orders.
• Dispensing medicines under the supervision of a Pharmacist.

Skills

Service experience greater than 2 years

Previous Pharmacy experience

Quick learner

Team player

Education

NVQ2 qualification

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Client:

The Hospital of St John & St Elizabeth

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

We are looking for a Pharmacy Assistant to join our clinical pharmacy team who provide a clinical service to the wards and dispensary. The department aims to provide a safe, effective clinical service to patients, supporting wards, departments and clinicians within the Hospital.

Pharmacy Assistant undertakes a defined series of duties of a relating to dispensing and procurement of medicines under the direction the Chief Pharmacist or Dispensary Manager.

The Department consists of a team of clinical pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, an assistant and porter. The Pharmacy is a registered premises with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Prescriptions are dispensed for internal and external private patients. The Pharmacy sells a range of over the counter medicines.

Located in leafy St John’s Wood on the Jubilee line, minutes from Central London, our independent private Hospital has just been rated the number one in the country for care in the latest Bupa survey. Uniquely, all profits fund our onsite Hospice, St John’s.

Am I the right person for this Pharmacy Assistant role?

• To be working towards an NVQ2 qualification
• Service experience greater than 2 years
• Previous Pharmacy experience
• NVQ2 qualification or to be prepared to undertake course
• Quick learner
• Team player

What are the Responsibilities of this Pharmacy Assistant role?

• Procurement of medicines for use within the Hospital
• Receipt of orders
• Putting away stock according to SOPs
• Date checking of stock and maintenance of accurate stock levels
• Supplying stock to wards and departments
• Charging of medication supplied to end users
• Dispensing medicines under the supervision of a Pharmacist
• Liaising with wards and departments regarding stock and orders
• Patient counselling
• Working accurately and efficiently to agreed standards
• Answering the telephone and dealing with queries in an effective and polite manner
• Participation in stock management, date checking and cleaning rotas where required
• Involvement with stock take process
• Participating in personal development by fulfilling objectives and continuing education
• Providing training and advice to junior staff
• Completion of mandatory and non-mandatory training
• Participating in the dispensary rota when suitably qualified
• Any other duties as requested by the Chief Pharmacist for the development of the service

Why apply for this role as Pharmacy Assistant ?

At our organisation we are passionate about providing our employees with a supportive and engaging environment. As well as ongoing development and training, we offer our employees a wide range of benefits; from 27 days annual leave, generous private healthcare cover, contributory pension schemes – including continuation of the NHS pension.

Working with us, all eligible employees receive;

• Competitive pay with progressive band structuring
• Private healthcare cover of up to £20,000 per year
• Ongoing training and development programmes
• Discounts at local, national and online shops
• Interest-free season ticket loans
• Cycle to work loan scheme
• Employee “Service Excellence” recognition rewards

If you are ready for a new challenge and relish the chance to become part of a successful, forward thinking organisation then we would love to hear from you.

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