Job summary
If you are newly qualified community or primary care pharmacist looking for a career change and have not yet gained a postgraduate qualification, or are about to finish your pre-registration period in any sector then we want you to come and work with us at Velindre Cancer Centre. You will have a mixture of roles giving you experience in clinical pharmaceutical care to inpatients and outpatients, Aspetics and acute oncology services, all with the support of senior pharmacists. The role gives you a first step into your oncology pharmacy career.
We are a progressive department and are keen on developing the role of pharmacists. We currently have several pharmacists trained as Independent Prescribers who assess and prescribe for patients in areas such as breast, gastro-intestinal and gynaecological cancers.We also have pharmacists undertaking their clinical diploma/post foundation qualification, advanced practice qualification and consultant pharmacist accreditation. You will work alongside friendly high skilled technicians, assistants and administrative staff to provide oncology pharmacy services.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will primarily be responsible for undertaking duties involved in the provision and development of efficient and comprehensive pharmaceutical services with Velindre Cancer Centre.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
This post is fixed term for 2 years to meet the needs of the service
Weekend commitments on a rota basis
1. This post is fixed term/secondment from August 2025 until August 2027 . If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post. PLEASE NOTE Applicants will need to get permission from their line manager before submitting their interest, a release form to be included with your application form can be downloaded here. (This form is for the staff member and line manager to complete and return to you)
About us
Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centre and ouraward-winning Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services.
Formed in 1999, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to provide the key principles of prudent healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors.
Velindre Cancer Centre is situated in the northern suburbs of the vibrant city of Cardiff, within easy reach of the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park The Centre provides a clinical oncology service to the population of South East Wales.
If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.
Visit our website to find out more https://velindre.nhs.wales/
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Masters of Pharmacy Degree (MPharm)
- Registered member of the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) in the UK
- Ability to successfully undertake Post foundation qualification
Desirable
- Evidence of Continuing Professional development
- Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society
Experience
Essential
- One year pre-registration experience completed (exam and tutor assessment) or on course for planned completion
Desirable
- Recent hospital experience
- Post qualification experience
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal, influencing & negotiation skills
- IT skills
- Self-study skills
- Good verbal & written communication skills
- Time management skills
- Arithmetic skills
- Reflective skills
- Decision making skills
- Ability to plan, prioritise and organise workload
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
Desirable
- Risk management skills
- Tutoring & training skills
- Ability to speak Welsh Level 1
Values
Essential
- Good pharmaceutical care skills and knowledge
- Knowledge of Velindre cancer Centre vales and behaviours
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Masters of Pharmacy Degree (MPharm)
- Registered member of the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) in the UK
- Ability to successfully undertake Post foundation qualification
Desirable
- Evidence of Continuing Professional development
- Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society
Experience
Essential
- One year pre-registration experience completed (exam and tutor assessment) or on course for planned completion
Desirable
- Recent hospital experience
- Post qualification experience
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal, influencing & negotiation skills
- IT skills
- Self-study skills
- Good verbal & written communication skills
- Time management skills
- Arithmetic skills
- Reflective skills
- Decision making skills
- Ability to plan, prioritise and organise workload
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
Desirable
- Risk management skills
- Tutoring & training skills
- Ability to speak Welsh Level 1
Values
Essential
- Good pharmaceutical care skills and knowledge
- Knowledge of Velindre cancer Centre vales and behaviours
Desirable
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.
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.
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).
