Senior Pharmacy Dispensary Assistant

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's healthcare provider in Sheffield is looking for a motivated Pharmacy Dispensary Assistant. This role involves dispensing prescriptions, organising childhood vaccinations, and supporting the Stores & Distribution team. Candidates should have a GPHC Approved Level 2 Pharmacy Qualification. Join a friendly team aiming to provide healthier futures for children and young people.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension schemes

Health and wellbeing programmes

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• GPHC Approved Level 2 Pharmacy Qualification is required.
• Must be able to use Microsoft Office or equivalent.
• Understanding the importance of confidence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Dispense prescriptions under pharmacist supervision.
• Support storage and supply of vaccines for school immunisation.
• Handle and dispense cytotoxic medicines safely.

Skills

Team focused

Competent computer skills

Coaching and mentoring

Education

GPHC Approved Level 2 Pharmacy Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Go back Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 28 September 2025

An exciting opportunity has arisen in our friendly department for a motivated and enthusiastic individual as one of our Pharmacy Dispensary Assistants. The variety and diversity of this role will involve, working in the Dispensary, organising the supply of childhood vaccinations and providing cover for the Stores & Distribution team. This will allow you to gain a well-rounded understanding of the pharmacy workflow.

Join our friendly team and make a difference in a vibrant and supportive environment!

Key responsibilities

• Dispense prescriptions for inpatients and outpatients under pharmacist supervision
• Receive and verify prescriptions from patients and carers
• Support the storage and supply of vaccines for the school immunisation service
• Safely handle and dispense cytotoxic medicines, including oral chemotherapy, in line with SOPs
• Perform reception duties such as answering calls, filing, shredding, and scanning documents into electronic systems

Qualifications and requirements

• GPHC Approved Level 2 Pharmacy Qualification
• Team focused, able to complete tasks independently

About us

At Sheffield Children’s, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health. We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise. We are proudly recognised in NHS Staff Survey results and invest in our CARE values — Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we continue to build leadership in children’s health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health. We offer excellent benefits, including generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts.

Job details and qualifications

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification. Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour. This role has the occupation code 7114 using the CASCOT coding tool. A visa sponsorship policy is in place; we do not offer visa sponsorship for part-time roles.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• GPHC Approved Level 2 Pharmacy Qualification

Experience

• Competent computer skills, able to use Microsoft Office or equivalent
• Coaching and mentoring

Knowledge

• Knowledge of processing prescriptions

Personal attributes

• Understanding the need for confidence
• Ability to work alone and in a team

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.

Diversity Statement: We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in our recruitment practices and strive to create a welcoming environment for all backgrounds. For feedback or ideas, contact our Recruitment Manager at [e-mail].

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