Senior Pharmacy Assistant , Patient Services | Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust; Carshalton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in southwest London is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant to join their team at St Helier Hospital. This fixed-term role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on patient care, with responsibilities including dispensing medicines and supporting a multi-disciplinary team. Candidates should possess NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services and have excellent customer care skills. The position includes flexible working hours from Tuesday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with pharmacy dispensing systems.
• NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services is essential.
• Proficient in computer use with proven organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent customer care skills and a passion for patient contact.
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges; previous hospital experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Join a busy dispensary and help deliver an efficient dispensing service.
• Play a key role in preparing medicines for patients.
• Carry out general housekeeping and receptionist duties.
• Undertake daily stock checks.
• Work as part of the multi-disciplinary team.

Skills

Pharmacy dispensing systems

Customer care

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services

Job description

Overview

Are you an enthusiastic, hard-working, and patient-focused individual looking to gain experience within a Hospital Pharmacy? We are delighted to offer an engaging fixed-term position at St Helier Hospital ending on 31 March 2026, with the potential for extension subject to funding review. This is a fantastic chance to contribute to a dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in a supportive and progressive environment.

Location and Contract

Place: St Helier Hospital (within Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust). Job type: Fixed-term until 31 March 2026, with potential for extension subject to funding review.

Responsibilities

• Join a busy dispensary and help deliver an efficient dispensing service.
• Play a key role in preparing medicines for patients.
• Carry out general housekeeping, filing and receptionist duties.
• Undertake daily stock checks.
• Work as part of the multi-disciplinary team with excellent communication and patient contact.

Qualifications and Skills

• Previous experience with pharmacy dispensing systems.
• NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services is essential.
• Proficient in computer use with proven organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent customer care skills and a passion for patient contact.
• Willingness to learn and undertake a new challenge; previous hospital experience is desirable.

Hours and Eligibility

Hours of work: Tuesday to Friday, 11:00am to 2:45pm. This role does not require weekend or Bank Holiday working.

About the Employer

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust provides a range of medical services to approximately 490,000 people in southwest London and northeast Surrey, with additional specialist services in renal and neonatal intensive care for a wider area. The Trust employs about 5,000 staff and is supported by over 500 volunteers.

How to Apply and Contact

For further information please contact:

Sarah Watts, Chief Technician, Patient Services
e-mail: [e-mail]

Application Deadline

This advert closes on Sunday 5 Oct 2025.