Pharmacy Support Worker Higher Level - Homecare

NHS National Services Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Study bursaries

Learning and development opportunities

Enhanced pay for public holidays

Employee discounts

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Pharmacy Services is seeking a Pharmacy Support Worker Higher Level (Band 3) to join the Homecare Team at Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre. Permanent role, 28.8 hours, Monday to Friday.

You will assist with stock management, maintain safety standards and support patient care by working within a team and using your own initiative to organise daily tasks and meet service deadlines.

Qualifications

• Stock management experience.
• Excellent attention to detail with commitment to quality and safety.
• Able to work in a team or independently.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work in a demanding environment and manage priorities.
• Organise daily tasks with initiative.
• Flexible to changing service needs.
• Willingness to learn and participate in training.
• Able to work under supervision following procedures.
• Commitment to accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of pharmacy services by assisting with stock management.
• Maintain high standards of quality, accuracy and safety.
• Work effectively as part of a team and use initiative to organise daily tasks.
• Contribute to patient care and safety across the region by following procedures.
• Adapt to changing service demands and support continuous delivery of homecare pharmacy service.

Skills

Stock management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Prioritisation

Flexibility

Willingness to learn

Under supervision

Accuracy

Professional development

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen within NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde Pharmacy Services for a Pharmacy Support Worker Higher Level (Band 3) to join the Homecare Team. We are looking for motivated, enthusiastic individuals with a keen eye for detail who are committed to delivering high-quality patient care and supporting the safe and effective supply of medicines across the region. Comprehensive induction, training and ongoing professional development will be provided to support you in developing your skills and knowledge within this rewarding role.

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) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (COS).

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

Permanent Role - 28.8 Hours

Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre

Monday to Friday

Key responsibilities:

As a Pharmacy Support Worker (Higher Level) within the Homecare Team, you will support the delivery of pharmacy services by assisting with stock management activities and maintaining high standards of quality, accuracy, and safety. You will work effectively as part of a team while also using your own initiative to organise daily tasks and meet service deadlines. The successful candidate will contribute directly to patient care and safety across Greater Glasgow & Clyde, adapting to changing service demands, following established procedures, and supporting the continuous delivery of an efficient and effective homecare pharmacy service.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Experience in stock management.
• Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to quality and safety standards.
• Ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a demanding environment and manage competing priorities.
• Ability to organise and prioritise daily tasks using initiative.
• Flexible approach to adapting to changing service needs.
• Willingness to learn new skills and participate in ongoing training and development.
• Ability to work under supervision while following established procedures.
• Commitment to maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Comprehensive induction, training and professional development will be provided.

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

This vacancy may close early due to a high volume of applications. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

This post may require a satisfactory PVG Scheme record check.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as "various", we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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