Rotational Pharmacist

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Colney; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading teaching hospital in the UK is seeking enthusiastic and motivated pharmacists to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to work across various clinical specialties and services within a rotational pharmacist team. The ideal candidates will possess excellent communication skills, be self-motivated, and able to work under pressure. Applicants should expect to register as a Pharmacist with the GPhC in August 2026. Competitive benefits include flexible working hours, career development support, and a range of onsite services.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service

Discounted gym memberships

Excellent pension scheme

Wagestream access

Free Park & Ride service

On-site Nursery

On-site cafes offering staff discounts

Support in career development

Responsibilities

• Join a team of rotational pharmacists working across all aspects of hospital pharmacy.
• Contribute to delivering high quality, patient-focused service.
• Gain experience in a wide range of clinical specialties and pharmacy services.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Self-motivated

Ability to work independently

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Registration as a Pharmacist with the GPhC expected in August 2026

Job description

Overview

The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital is a forward thinking teaching hospital offering acute care to a population of approximately one million. We are one of the largest acute teaching hospitals in the UK with strong links to both the School of Pharmacy and the Medical School at the nearby University of East Anglia. Electronic prescribing and medicines administration has been implemented across all inpatient wards, the A&E and outpatients. We are at the forefront of healthcare delivery with a strong focus on Medicines Management and innovative pharmaceutical practice.

Norwich is a vibrant city, voted one of the Best Places to Live in the UK by The Sunday Times 2021, with a fabulous market, excellent shopping, restaurants and nightlife, yet surrounded by beautiful countryside. The unique combination of the Norfolk Broads, a picturesque coastline and a choice of city or rural living make Norwich an ideal home, no matter what your interests. For those who love to travel or see friends Norwich offers excellent rail and air links.

Qualifications

This post is open to current Foundation Trainee Pharmacists expecting to register as a Pharmacist with the GPhC in August 2026. Interview date: 29 January 2026. We welcome applications from Trainee Pharmacists qualifying in 2026.

Responsibilities

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated pharmacists to join our team and contribute to delivering and developing our high quality, patient-focused service. You will join a team of rotational pharmacists working across all aspects of hospital pharmacy with opportunities to gain experience in a wide range of clinical specialties and pharmacy services.

Applicants will be self-motivated, able to work independently and be capable of working under pressure. The successful candidates must have excellent communication skills and be willing to learn.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi Faith prayer room
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
• Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
• On-site Nursery
• On-site cafes offering staff discounts
• Support in career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics

Contact

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Robin Saadvandi Job title: Pharmacist Team Leader Medicine Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 01603 647526

Or

Dawn Whitbourn, Pharmacist Team Leader Surgical: [e-mail], 01603 646676