Specialist Rotational Pharmacist

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The Specialist Rotational Pharmacist role at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children is ideal for individuals dedicated to high standards in pharmaceutical care. This role encompasses Clinical Trials, Technical Services, and Quality Assurance, contributing significantly to specialist children's healthcare. Candidates should hold a relevant pharmacy qualification and possess experience in GMP and clinical environments. Opportunities for ongoing professional development and collaboration within a diverse team are offered.

Qualifications

• Professional registration with the GPhC required.
• MPharm or equivalent degree needed.
• Experience in GMP, GCP, and QA environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in daily delivery of Clinical Trial and Quality Assurance services.
• Support dispensing, preparation of cytotoxic and Clinical Trial products.
• Train and support others rotating through the department.

Skills

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Innovation

Education

Professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)

MPharm or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job summary

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust (GOSH) is a national centre of excellence in the provision of specialist children's health care, currently delivering the widest range of specialist care of any children's hospital in the UK.

As part of the commitment to our patients we are dedicated to providing the highest standards of Pharmaceutical care and service within this internationally renowned hospital.

An exciting opportunity for a Band 7 has arisen within our friendly and progressive Pharmacy Team at GOSH. We are looking for someone who has previous experience of working in a GMP, GCP and/or QA related environment to join our department as a Specialist Rotational Pharmacist. In this role you will gain experience in Clinical Trials, Technical Services, and Quality Assurance.

Main duties of the job

To participate in the day-to-day delivery of the Clinical Trial, Aseptic and QA Services from GOSH Hospital in accordance with the principles of Good Manufacturing Practice, Good Clinical Practice and nationally agreed standards. To support on rotation, the dispensing, preparation and release of Cytotoxic, CIVAS and PN products, the Quality Assurance programme for manufacturing, and Clinical Trial Service. To support and train others rotating through the department.

If you are interested in this post and wish to be part of GOSH and our progressive Pharmacy Team, then we look forward to receiving your application

About us

GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.

We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.

Details Date posted

30 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£54,320 to £60,981 a year Inclusive per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

271-CCS-7221306

Job locations

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

Great Ormond Street Hospital

London

WC1N 3JN

Job description Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.

Job description Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.

Person Specification GOSH Culture and Values Essential

• Our Always values

Academic/Professional qualification/Training Essential

• Professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• MPharm or equivalent or BPharm/BSc Hons for those qualified before 2002
• Evidence portfolio to demonstrate mandatory CPD to maintain fitness to practice

Desirable

• Currently undertaking or intends to undertake postgraduate education e.g. clinical diploma, PTQA or having completed one of these

Experience/Knowledge Essential

• Previous experience of working in a manufacturing unit
• Previous experience of working in a with clinical trials.
• Working knowledge or understanding of principles and practices of quality assurance, aseptics and clinical trials e.g. formulation, stability, legal issues and relevant policies
• Working knowledge of isolators and laminar air flow technology
• A factual and working knowledge of the materials and equipment necessary for the preparation of aseptically manufactured products within a clean room environment.
• To demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the concepts of Good Manufacturing Practice, Good Clinical Practice, Health and Safety, COSHH and National Standards.
• To have knowledge of NHS, Local, Regional and National Standards

Desirable

• Training or coaching /Mentoring skills and Staff appraisal

Skills/Abilities Essential

• Computer literate, with experience of using a wide range of computer programs. Essential: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel Desirable: Q-Pulse, EPIC
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Able to prioritise and meet deadlines
• Innovation - planned and implemented a new service or method of working

Desirable

• Experience of Clinical/QA audits/Practice Research
• Management, training and supervision of Staff

Person Specification GOSH Culture and Values Essential

• Our Always values

Academic/Professional qualification/Training Essential

• Professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• MPharm or equivalent or BPharm/BSc Hons for those qualified before 2002
• Evidence portfolio to demonstrate mandatory CPD to maintain fitness to practice

Desirable

• Currently undertaking or intends to undertake postgraduate education e.g. clinical diploma, PTQA or having completed one of these

Experience/Knowledge Essential

• Previous experience of working in a manufacturing unit
• Previous experience of working in a with clinical trials.
• Working knowledge or understanding of principles and practices of quality assurance, aseptics and clinical trials e.g. formulation, stability, legal issues and relevant policies
• Working knowledge of isolators and laminar air flow technology
• A factual and working knowledge of the materials and equipment necessary for the preparation of aseptically manufactured products within a clean room environment.
• To demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the concepts of Good Manufacturing Practice, Good Clinical Practice, Health and Safety, COSHH and National Standards.
• To have knowledge of NHS, Local, Regional and National Standards

Desirable

• Training or coaching /Mentoring skills and Staff appraisal

Skills/Abilities Essential

• Computer literate, with experience of using a wide range of computer programs. Essential: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel Desirable: Q-Pulse, EPIC
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Able to prioritise and meet deadlines
• Innovation - planned and implemented a new service or method of working

Desirable

• Experience of Clinical/QA audits/Practice Research
• Management, training and supervision of Staff

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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

Great Ormond Street Hospital

London

WC1N 3JN

Employer's website

https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

Great Ormond Street Hospital

London

WC1N 3JN

Employer's website

https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)