Pharmacy Technician - Primary Care (Leadership role)

NHS National Services Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Scotland is seeking a motivated Pharmacy Technician to join their Primary Care Pharmacy Team. This role involves leading pharmacy staff, promoting evidence-based prescribing, and conducting patient education. Candidates must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council and have extensive experience in relevant settings. The organization fosters a culture of inclusion and offers comprehensive support and development opportunities.

Benefits

Full training and ongoing support

Inclusive workplace culture

Forces Friendly Employer

Qualifications

• Post-qualification experience in hospital, community, or primary care settings.
• Competence through a professional portfolio and CPD.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage pharmacy technicians and support staff within hub and practice settings.
• Deliver training to GP practice teams and clinical staff.
• Implement agreed prescribing changes for high-quality care.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

IT systems proficiency

Education

Registered Pharmacy Technician

Job description

Overview

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. 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 our regional and national services are included.

The shift pattern for this post is Monday - Friday

Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP) NE Glasgow Locality Prescribing Team

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen within NE Glasgow HSCP for a motivated and enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician to join our Primary Care Pharmacy Team in a leadership capacity. This role offers the chance to contribute to the development and delivery of the pharmacotherapy service across NE Glasgow, supporting safe, effective, and person-centred care.

As a key member of the Prescribing Team, you will lead and support pharmacy staff, promote evidence-based prescribing, and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across GP practices, community pharmacies, care homes, and social care settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage pharmacy technicians and support staff within hub and practice settings.
• Contribute to strategic planning and service improvement initiatives.
• Deliver training to GP practice teams, clinical staff, and other multidisciplinary colleagues.
• Identify and support prescribing interventions aligned with HSCP priorities.
• Implement agreed prescribing changes to promote high-quality, cost-effective care.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members.
• Support medicines reconciliation and audit processes.
• Develop and update Good Practice Guides for medicines management.
• Conduct face-to-face medicine reviews and provide patient education.
• Respond to prescribing-related queries from healthcare professionals and patients.

Essential Criteria

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
• Extensive post-qualification experience in hospital, community, or primary care settings.
• Demonstrated competence through a professional portfolio and CPD.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in IT systems and digital tools.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in staff leadership and management.
• Valid driving licence (due to travel requirements).

Additional Information

• The successful candidate will be based within the established Pharmacy Hub Team.
• Full training and ongoing support will be provided.
• Shift pattern: 5 days out of 7.

Informal contact: Nicola Stanners, Team Lead Pharmacy Technician- Primary Care, via email [e-mail]

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde- NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

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

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