Rotational Pharmacy Assistant — Flexible NHS Role

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Swindon; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Swindon is seeking a Rotational Pharmacy Assistant (Band 3) to join our Pharmacy Department. You will work across dispensary, stores and ward-based medicines, supporting dispensing and medicines optimisation while developing your skills in a busy hospital setting.

The role offers training towards QCF Level 2 in Pharmacy Services, with opportunities to gain NHS experience, work within a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to safe and effective

Qualifications

• QCF Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or willingness to work towards it.
• GCSEs in Maths and English (minimum grade C).
• Knowledge of pharmacy procedures and GDP standards.
• Experience or training in pharmacy services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in dispensing prescriptions in the dispensary.
• Support the Dispensary Manager and lead technician in daily operations.
• Monitor ward stock levels with the pharmacy stores team.
• Undertake medicines optimisation on wards to improve patient care.
• Contribute to safe and effective Medicines Use across the service.

Education

QCF Level 2 in Pharmacy Services

GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English (C or above)

Knowledge of GDP and pharmacy procedures

Job description

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Swindon is seeking a Rotational Pharmacy Assistant (Band 3) to join our Pharmacy Department. You will work across dispensary, stores and ward-based medicines, supporting dispensing and medicines optimisation while developing your skills in a busy hospital setting.

The role offers training towards QCF Level 2 in Pharmacy Services, with opportunities to gain NHS experience, work within a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to safe and effective