Pharmacy Support Worker Logistics

NHS; Southampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Southampton is seeking a Pharmacy Support Worker Logistics. This role involves assisting in medication delivery within a busy hospital environment. Candidates should possess attention to detail and physical capabilities to handle packages up to 20kg. Ideal applicants will have GCSEs in English and Maths. The position requires commitment to training and flexible working hours, with opportunities for career progression. Join a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 20kg and handle packages up to 15kg.
• Ability to commit to in-house training within 6 months.
• Previous pharmacy or laboratory experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver medication to wards and maintain stock control.
• Assist in the Pharmacy Logistics Team under supervision.
• Physically lift and handle packages as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Team player

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths

GCSEs in science-based subjects

Job description

Pharmacy Support Worker Logistics

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

The closing date is 06 January 2026

Please see below for a detailed job description for the role.

Main duties of the job

We are Pharmacy Logistics which is part of the hospital Pharmacy Department. Our job is to deliver medication to wards for the treatment of patients for the duration of their stay. We supply sterile fluids and medication and work in a very fast paced environment with the hand of a robotic system. Our team is diverse and friendly and full of enthusiasm and willing to go the extra mile to deliver our service.

Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.

For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day‑to‑day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.

About us

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport & direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live & work, with the New Forest, South Downs & Jurassic Coast.

We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalising your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI‑generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.

Due to the nature of this role and service, this role is on‑site and the hours are as advertised. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognising that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti‑racist, anti‑discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Job responsibilities

As part of the Pharmacy Logistics Team we need someone who physically can lift 20kg who has:

• Attention to detail;
• Warehouse or Pharmacy experience and is a good team player;
• Any training needed is done internally such as NVQ Level 2 or Buttercups Support Staff course.

Person Specification

Trust Values

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Skills and competencies

• Communication

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

• Health and physical abilities sufficient for the post (if necessary, with reasonable adjustments with respect to the Equality Act/Disability Discrimination Act).
• Required to lift and handle packages, weighing up to 15kg on a repetitive basis. (Reasonable adjustment may be made) Required to move pallets weighing between 500 and 600kg using an unpowered pallet truck daily (Receipts posts only)
• Must be able to commit to completing 'in‑house' training programme within 6 months of starting. Opportunities to progress are available but may require additional qualifications to meet eligibility criteria to undertake additional qualifications
• Must be able to work late evenings, bank holidays and weekend working according to rota requirements
• GCSE's or equivalent grades A* - C or 4‑9 in English and Maths (If qualifications gained outside the UK evidence of equivalent standards must be demonstrated at interview)
• GCSEs in science‑based or other role specific relevant subjects
• Previous pharmacy or laboratory experience (hospital, community or industry)
• Previous experience in health or social care (if not pharmacy)
• Experience in stock control i.e., receiving, maintaining and / or issuing stock
• Clinical trials or research experience (Clinical trials only)
• Use of till and / or handling money in a work environment (RSH posts only)

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.

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust