Superintendent Pharmacist for online Pharmacy

NHS; Stowmarket; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An online pharmacy in Stowmarket is seeking a Superintendent Pharmacist to lead pharmaceutical services. The candidate will ensure safe operations compliant with regulatory standards, oversee pharmacy staff, and maintain quality control. A Master's in Pharmacy, GPhC registration, and leadership skills are essential. This role involves providing clinical guidance and managing online pharmaceutical services while upholding professional standards.

Qualifications

• Eligibility and willingness to be named Superintendent Pharmacist.
• Strong understanding of GPhC regulations and MHRA guidance.
• Experience in community pharmacy.
• Commitment to ethical practice and continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Ensure pharmacy operates safely and ethically as per GPhC standards.
• Oversee and approve all SOPs for clinical governance.
• Provide clinical and professional leadership to the pharmacy team.
• Ensure safe supply and dispensing of medications through our online platform.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Strong communication

Leadership abilities

Education

Masters Degree in Pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent

Registered Pharmacist with the GPhC

Tools

Pharmacy software systems

E-commerce pharmacy platforms

Job description

Superintendent Pharmacist for online Pharmacy

Pharmacy2go which is owned by Suffolk Primary Care is a rapidly growing, UK-registered online pharmacy. Our mission is to provide safe, accessible, and compliant pharmaceutical services to patients and healthcare professionals across the UK.

We are now looking for a forward-thinking Superintendent Pharmacist to lead our professional and clinical services.

Main duties of the job

• Ensure the pharmacy operates safely, legally, and ethically in compliance with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) standards.
• Oversee and approve all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring clinical governance and continuous improvement.
• Provide clinical and professional leadership to the pharmacy team.
• Ensure the safe supply and dispensing of medications through our online platform, including private prescriptions, NHS services (where applicable), and remote consultations.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations (e.g. UK GDPR) and patient confidentiality.
• Act as the lead for inspections by the GPhC or other regulators.
• Maintain registration with the GPhC and ensure all pharmacy staff meet their professional obligations.

About us

At Pharmacy2Go, were changing the way people access their medicines. Based in Newmarket, Suffolk, we are an NHS-approved, GPhC-registered online pharmacy delivering prescriptions free of charge across England. Patients can also benefit from our 24/7 automated prescription collection point at Newmarket Community Hospital.

We combine over 30 years of experience with the latest digital pharmacy solutions.

As part of Suffolk Primary Care a large single partnership of 7 practices across Suffolk, we hold a Wholesale Distribution License, supplying medicines responsibly in line with MHRA Good Distribution Practice (GDP).

Job responsibilities

Ifyou would like to find out more information about this role, please see theattached job specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent.
• Registered Pharmacist with the GPhC.

Experience

• Eligibility and willingness to be named Superintendent Pharmacist.
• Strong understanding of GPhC regulations and MHRA guidance
• Experience of working in community pharmacy
• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and operate autonomously.
• Commitment to ethical practice and continuous professional development.
• Commercial awareness without compromising professional standards.
• Experience working in or with an online pharmacy model.
• Previous experience with GPhC and/or MHRA inspections.
• Familiarity with pharmacy software systems and e-commerce pharmacy platforms.

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.