Pharmacy Support Worker

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team providing essential pharmacy services throughout Essex. This role is perfect for those starting their pharmacy career or looking to expand their experience. You'll support medication management, work alongside clinical professionals, and receive full training for NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services. The organization values care, learning, and empowerment, offering excellent training opportunities and flexible working arrangements. Be part of an enthusiastic and progressive team dedicated to improving patient care and making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Season Ticket Loans

NHS Staff Discounts

Excellent Training Opportunities

Buying and Selling Annual Leave Scheme

Flexible Working Options

Salary Sacrifice Schemes

Qualifications

• Knowledge of pharmacy services and NVQ Level 2 qualification.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support pharmacy services, including dispensing patient prescriptions.
• Work with clinical teams to ensure safe medication use.

Skills

Pharmacy Services Knowledge

Team Collaboration

Medicine Inventory Management

Communication Skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services

Job description

Job Overview

You could be part of a dynamic & enthusiastic team as we provide pharmacy services to our units throughout Essex.

The successful candidate should have knowledge and skills to undertake the mandatory units for an NVQ Level 2 qualification in Pharmacy Services. Full training and support will be provided for candidates who have not already undertaken this training.

Previous experience of working in a hospital or community pharmacy would be an advantage, but not essential. The ability to travel across the EPUT Region is necessary, so a driving license and own vehicle are preferred. The candidate will work within the Main Pharmacy in Chelmsford, as part of a larger team or within satellite pharmacies at Basildon or Colchester, and also independently at other units across the EPUT region.

Part of the Time to Care initiative involves working with ward teams to provide a fully integrated service, supporting nursing and clinical teams through effective medicines inventory management.

This post is ideal for anyone looking to start a career in pharmacy or expand their experience within an enthusiastic & progressive team.

Main duties of the job

1. Support services to the Pharmacy department, including ordering, receipt, storage, and supply of pharmaceuticals and other stock items, and dispensing patient prescriptions.
2. Participate as an active member of ward/unit/clinical teams, supporting the safe and effective use of medicines.
3. Contribute to pharmacy services for specific wards/units/clinical teams.
4. Dispense and supply medication from satellite pharmacies under supervision of a registered pharmacy professional.
5. Work alongside clinical pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to provide integrated pharmaceutical care, ensuring safe, appropriate, and cost-effective medicine use.

Working for our organisation

EPUT values Care, Learn, and Empower. We offer benefits such as:

• Season Ticket Loans
• NHS staff discounts
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
• Opportunities to work bank shifts and broaden experience
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
• Day One Flexible Employer

The Trust supports flexible working. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working options with the recruiting manager. New employees can apply for flexible working from day one.

Join our Staff bank

What is Staff Bank?

Our EPUT NHS staff bank hires clinical and non-clinical professionals for shifts in hospitals and community settings. All permanent staff are enrolled in the staff bank, with optional shift work to expand experience.

Please note - staff at risk will be prioritized for alternative employment. If a post is deemed suitable alternative employment, it may be withdrawn from NHS Jobs.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Applications should be written by the applicant. Use of AI programs may lead to rejection of applications, but support is available for those with disabilities.

Important

Applicants must provide professional references covering the last three years of employment. Personal or character references are not accepted.

Initial DBS check costs are the responsibility of the new employee and will be deducted from the first salary.

Applications for Job Share are welcomed.

Equal Opportunities Employer

We encourage applications from people with experience of using mental health services and those with disabilities. For accessible application formats, contact the Recruitment Department at 01375 364513 or [e-mail].

The Trust reserves the right to close vacancies early. Please check your email regularly; if you haven't heard within three weeks of the closing date, your application was unsuccessful.

We are committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff must undertake safeguarding training. Applicants will undergo safe recruitment processes.

Covid Vaccination

While not mandatory, vaccination is encouraged to protect staff and patients. For vaccination inquiries, contact [e-mail].