Pharmacy QA and QC Support Supervisor

Leeds Teaching Hospitals; Leeds; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a Pharmacy Quality Assurance and Control Support Supervisor to lead the QA/QC team within Pharmacy Quality Control. The role focuses on supervising laboratory processes, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and supporting safe delivery of injectable medicines.

This newly created post offers leadership development in a regulated NHS setting, with flexible working options and on-site parking, contributing to patient safety and continuous

Qualifications

• Experience in a pharmacy or laboratory setting with leadership, technical, and quality skills within an NHS environment.
• Confident working in a regulated environment with the ability to prioritise workloads and maintain high safety standards.
• Commitment to staff development, continuous improvement and patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the day-to-day running of the microbiology laboratory and ensure samples are processed to approved procedures and quality standards.
• Supervise and support the QA/QC laboratory team, organising workloads and ensuring activities are completed efficiently.
• Investigate non-conformances, support corrective actions, and contribute to the maintenance and improvement of the Quality Management System.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and analyse data using laboratory systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Provide day-to-day supervision and training to junior staff and collaborate with Pharmacy Services and external partners.

Skills

Leadership

Lab supervision

Quality assurance

Quality control

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Laboratory equipment

Environmental monitoring devices

Job description

We are looking for a motivated and organised individual to join our Pharmacy Quality Control team as a Pharmacy Quality Assurance and Control Support Supervisor.

Main duties of the job

Our department provides essential technical support to Pharmacy Services, supporting the safe preparation of ready-to-administer intravenous medicines.

In this supervisory role, you will lead a team of support staff, oversee key laboratory processes, and help ensure the safe and effective delivery of Quality Control services.You will play an important role in maintaining quality standards and supporting the day-to-day operation of the department.

This is a newly created post and an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in a pharmacy or laboratory setting who is looking to develop their leadership, technical, and quality skills within the NHS.

We are a supportive and inclusive team committed to staff development, innovation, and continuous improvement. Join us and help shape the future of pharmacy quality assurance and control while contributing to outstanding patient care across West Yorkshire.

This is a full-time post working 37.5 hours, Mon‑Fri. Weekend and Bank Holiday working may be required. Flexible working arrangements considered.

If shortlisted, you will be invited to attend an assessment on 10th November. Successful candidates may then be invited back for Interview on 18th November 2026.

About us

The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time.Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care.We will do this through delivery of our multi‑year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page.Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.

Job responsibilities

For questions about this job, contact:

Position QC Team Manager

Phone number 0013 3927043

Email [e-mail]

Assessment Date: 10th November 2026

Interview Date: 18th November 2026

Why you should join our Team

The Pharmacy Department at Leeds Teaching Hospitals is highly respected, forward thinking and recognised within the organisation for collaborative working.

The department is expanding to build a new Pharmacy Aseptic Medicines Hub which is part of a national programme to transform aseptic services in England. WYAAT has been identified as a pathfinder site for the programme which will oversee the implementation and operation of a new aseptic facility to supply large volumes of injectable medicines to WYAAT organisations. It’s an exciting time to join our team to deliver real change and to work within a supportive and dynamic environment.

We are proud to say that we have created a positive working environment with a hardworking and dedicated workforce who feel valued and share a team goal to put the patients first.

The department aims to support flexible working arrangements, and we have car parking on site.

What you will bring to the role

We are looking for a highly organised and motivated individual with strong laboratory, quality and supervisory skills. You will be confident working in a regulated environment, able to prioritise workloads effectively and committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and patient safety.

In this varied role, you will coordinate the day-to-day running of the microbiology laboratory, ensuring samples are processed accurately and in accordance with approved procedures and quality standards. You will supervise and support the QA/QC laboratory team, organising workloads and helping to ensure activities are completed efficiently and to the required standard.

You will undertake and oversee a range of microbiological, environmental and quality control activities, including testing, reporting, environmental monitoring, equipment verification and troubleshooting. Using your analytical skills, you will investigate issues, identify non‑conformances and support corrective actions where required.

You will contribute to the maintenance and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System through the review and development of procedures, management of quality documentation, participation in audits and support for validation and verification activities. You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate laboratory records and analysing data using laboratory systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as you will work closely with colleagues across Pharmacy Services, suppliers and external partners. You will support the development of other team members through day‑to‑day supervision and training, while taking responsibility for your own professional development.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining technical expertise, team leadership and quality improvement to deliver a safe, effective and high‑quality service that directly supports patient care

Job description

For questions about this job, contact:

Position QC Team Manager

Phone number 0013 3927043

Email [e-mail]

Assessment Date: 10th November 2026

Interview Date: 18th November 2026

Why you should join our Team

The Pharmacy Department at Leeds Teaching Hospitals is highly respected, forward thinking and recognised within the organisation for collaborative working.

The department is expanding to build a new Pharmacy Aseptic Medicines Hub which is part of a national programme to transform aseptic services in England. WYAAT has been identified as a pathfinder site for the programme which will oversee the implementation and operation of a new aseptic facility to supply large volumes of injectable medicines to WYAAT organisations. It’s an exciting time to join our team to deliver real change and to work within a supportive and dynamic environment.

We are proud to say that we have created a positive working environment with a hardworking and dedicated workforce who feel valued and share a team goal to put the patients first.

The department aims to support flexible working arrangements, and we have car parking on site.

What you will bring to the role

We are looking for a highly organised and motivated individual with strong laboratory, quality and supervisory skills. You will be confident working in a regulated environment, able to prioritise workloads effectively and committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and patient safety.

In this varied role, you will coordinate the day-to-day running of the microbiology laboratory, ensuring samples are processed accurately and in accordance with approved procedures and quality standards. You will supervise and support the QA/QC laboratory team, organising workloads and helping to ensure activities are completed efficiently and to the required standard.

You will undertake and oversee a range of microbiological, environmental and quality control activities, including testing, reporting, environmental monitoring, equipment verification and troubleshooting. Using your analytical skills, you will investigate issues, identify non‑conformances and support corrective actions where required.

You will contribute to the maintenance and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System through the review and development of procedures, management of quality documentation, participation in audits and support for validation and verification activities. You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate laboratory records and analysing data using laboratory systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as you will work closely with colleagues across Pharmacy Services, suppliers and external partners. You will support the development of other team members through day‑to‑day supervision and training, while taking responsibility for your own professional development.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining technical expertise, team leadership and quality improvement to deliver a safe, effective and high‑quality service that directly supports patient care

About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust

About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust

Our Trust values

The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.

We are….

Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind

Our Trust priorities

Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time

Our priorities:

People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes

Sponsorship Eligibility

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

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.