Rotational Clinical Pharmacist Band 6 to 7 Progression Path

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust; England; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK healthcare provider is seeking a Band 6 rotational clinical pharmacist on a pathway to becoming a Band 7 pharmacist. The role involves delivering comprehensive pharmaceutical services and participating in clinical responsibilities within a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must have an MPharm degree and General Pharmaceutical Council registration. This permanent, full-time position offers a salary of £44,485 to £60,651, and opportunities for professional development through funded clinical diplomas.

Qualifications

• General Pharmaceutical Council registration as a Pharmacist.
• MPharm degree.
• Experience in patient counselling and multidisciplinary team working.

Responsibilities

• Have clinical responsibility for at least one ward during the rotation.
• Deliver an efficient pharmaceutical service aligned with patient needs.
• Participate in a 7-day working rota including on-call.

Skills

Good written communication skills

Evidence of good clinical knowledge and skills

IT literate

Education

MPharm degree

General Pharmaceutical Council registration as a Pharmacist

Job description

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for motivated individuals to join our teams as a band 6 rotational clinical pharmacist on a progression pathway to becoming a band 7 clinical pharmacist. As an organisation and department we are committed to the development and retention of our staff, which is why we want to invest in this new progression role.

You will join a team of specialist and generalist clinical pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and pharmacy assistants in delivering a comprehensive and efficient pharmaceutical service, aligned to the needs of patients and service users. Experience will be gained through completion of a diverse range of clinical rotations, and supplemental development tasks.

It is an exciting time to join the department as we are reviewing the pharmacy service we want to provide, and making adjustments to roles so that we can deliver an effective service built around the needs of patients and working closely with the multidisciplinary teams on the wards. This will greatly enhance the knowledge and skills of our team and improve job satisfaction.

Main duties of the job

You will have clinical responsibility for at least one ward that will complement your rotation and the objectives you will be given. Electronic prescribing is in use across all ward areas.

The rotation provides an excellent grounding to your career. Funded clinical diplomas are available after an initial period in post. You will need good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to prioritise and organise your work. We expect our pharmacists to be highly motivated and have a passion for putting the patient first. The post includes 7-day working and participation in the late duty, weekend/bank holiday, and on-call rotas.

About Us

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust provides a range of medical services to approximately 490,000 people living across southwest London and northeast Surrey. In addition, we provide more specialist services, in particular renal and neonatal intensive care, to a wider area, covering parts of Sussex and Hampshire. We serve an area that is rich in diversity, with a mix of urban and rural areas, and differing levels of quality of life. We cover some of the most prosperous postcodes in the country, as well as some poorer areas. Together with our colleagues at NHS Surrey and NHS Sutton and Merton, we work to make sure that we deliver the best possible care to the communities we serve. The Trust employs approximately 5,000 staff across its hospitals and is supported by over 500 volunteers.

Details

• Date posted: 19 January 2026
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 6
• Salary: £44,485 to £60,651 a year Pa incl HCAS Outer pro rata
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 343-7707397-AG
• Job locations: Trustwide; Epsom & St Helier Hospital; Carshalton & Epsom; SM5 1AA

Job Description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification. The recruiting team reserve the right to close this advertisement early once applications reach maximum limit.

Person Specification

Essential — Qualifications and Training

• General Pharmaceutical Council registration as a Pharmacist
• MPharm degree

Desirable

• Pre-registration year spent in UK hospital

Essential — Experience

• Patient counselling
• Multi disciplinary team working
• Dispensing experience

Desirable

• Post registration experience working in a hospital pharmacy

Essential — Skills and aptitudes

• Good written communication skills
• Evidence of good clinical knowledge and skills
• IT literate

Desirable

• Familiarity with CMM Pharmacy computer system.

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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Additional information

Employer details

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust, Trustwide, Epsom & St Helier Hospital, Carshalton & Epsom, SM5 1AA

Employer's website
https://www.epsom-sthelier.nhs.uk/work-for-us