Pharmacy Support Worker

NHS Scotland; Alexandria; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading UK healthcare provider is seeking a motivated Pharmacy Support Worker to join the pharmacy team at Vale of Leven Hospital. The role involves receiving pharmaceutical deliveries, managing stock, and supporting clinical services. Candidates should have a National 4 qualification in English and Mathematics. Training provided, shift pattern is Monday to Friday. Apply soon as the position may close early.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospital pharmacy is desirable, full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Receive and check pharmaceutical deliveries.
• Allocate drugs to correct wards/departments.
• Stock manage IV fluids and medical gas cylinders.
• Perform housekeeping duties.
• Collaborate with the pharmacy team.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

National 4 qualification or above in English and Mathematics

Job description

Overview

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in clinical and non-clinical professions. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

North Sector | Vale of Leven Hospital
Band 2 Pharmacy Support Worker
Permanent 15 hours per week (salary pro rata for part‑time posts).

Role

We are looking for a highly motivated and proactive individual to join our small and friendly pharmacy team in delivering clinical pharmacy services to a variety of clinical areas throughout Vale of Leven Hospital and other North Sector Hospital sites. Although based at Vale of Leven Hospital, cross-sector working in any North Sector site may be required. The post holder will contribute to the safe and effective supply of medicines to patients.

Responsibilities

• Receive and check pharmaceutical deliveries from a variety of sources, interpret delivery notes, and verify order accuracy before receipting onto the Pharmacy Stock Management System.
• Allocate drugs to the correct wards/departments and prepare orders for collection by portering staff.
• Stock manage bulk IV fluids and medical gas cylinders; replenish medication used in the hospital emergency cupboard.
• Perform general housekeeping duties, including recording temperatures (ambient and refrigerated), photocopying, scanning and filing.
• Work as an integral member of the pharmacy team and collaborate with the wider multidisciplinary team (nurses, medical staff, pharmacists and pharmacy technicians).

Qualifications and experience

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and the ability to organise and prioritise workload.
• National 4 qualification or above (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics; willingness to complete an SCQF Level 6 unit as part of development.
• Experience in hospital pharmacy is desirable; full training will be provided.

Working pattern

Shift pattern is Monday – Friday, 11am–2pm, with participation in public holidays and weekend working.

Additional information

Informal enquiries may be directed to Tracy O’Connor, North Sector Chief Pharmacy Technician (phone: [phone]) or Eliza Valentine, Pharmacy Team Lead North Sector (phone: [phone]).

Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other third‑party assistance to generate or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work.

Informal contact: Eliza Valentine – email: [e-mail].

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) cannot provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates. This post may close early depending on volume of responses. Please submit your application as soon as possible. Due to high volume, shortlisting feedback may not be provided.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde- NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce. By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC is a Forces Friendly Employer and supports applications from the Armed Forces Community.

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