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

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals; St Helier; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading regional healthcare provider in St Helier is looking for a part-time Pharmacy Assistant to support the pharmacy team in dispensing and patient care. The successful candidate will have an NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services and excellent attention to detail. Responsibilities include assisting with medicines reconciliation, preparing medicines, and managing stock. Ideal for someone enthusiastic about patient care and ready to take on new challenges.

Qualifications

• Proficient in using a computer for pharmacy tasks.
• Previous hospital experience is desirable.
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.

Responsibilities

• Support the medicines supply service in a busy dispensary.
• Engage with patients for medicines reconciliation.
• Prepare medicines for patients and manage stock checks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer care skills

Organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services

Tools

Pharmacy dispensing systems

Job description

Are you an enthusiastic, hard-working, and patient-focused individual looking to gain experience within a Hospital Pharmacy? We are delighted to offer a substantive position at Epsom Hospital. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in a supportive and progressive environment.

Working Hours

• Epsom Pharmacy Department: 19.5 hours per week (part time)

About the role

• Work within a busy dispensary supporting an efficient medicines supply service
• Engage directly with patients to assist with medicines reconciliation and dispensing processes
• Collaborate with a friendly, patient-focused pharmacy team
• NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services
• Previous experience with pharmacy dispensing systems
• Excellent attention to detail and strong customer care skills
• Passion for patient care

If you're ready to make a difference and develop your skills in a supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you! The successful candidates must be proficient in the use of a computer, have proven organisational skills, and demonstrate excellent attention to detail. Strong communication skills are essential, as you will be working closely with the multi‑disciplinary team. You will play a key role in supporting medicines dispensing and management across our sites. Responsibilities will include preparing medicines for patients, carrying out general housekeeping, filing, and receptionist duties, as well as undertaking daily stock checks. Working hours: Exact hours will be discussed and confirmed at interview. This role requires weekend and Bank Holiday working. To be considered, candidates must hold an NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or an equivalent recognised qualification. Previous hospital experience is desirable, and a willingness to learn, enthusiasm for new challenges, and a patient‑focused attitude are key.

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. As you know, here at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust, we are always looking to grow our teams with talented people, just like you.