South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Pharmacy Dispensary Supervisor

The closing date is 09 July 2025

Job summary

We are currently recruiting a pharmacy supervisor and welcome applications with a dispensing and checking qualification NVQ level 2

This is a new role and an exciting opportunity for a dispenser to join our experienced team and progress to a supervisory role within the dispensary setting. You will be required to support the dispensary manager and the deputy manager for the smooth running of a hospital inpatient dispensary. You will also work with the pharmacy education team to support the training of band 3 dispensers; dispensers to become accredited accuracy checkers; apprentices and pharmacy undergraduate students working in the dispensary. You will join our rotational team of dispensary staff working across Sunderland and South Tyneside Foundation Trust either in the Inpatient dispensaries (Sunderland Royal Hospitals, South Tyneside or Sunderland Eye Infirmary) or out-patient dispensaries owned by our partner organisation CHoICE Ltd. This is a great opportunity for a pharmacy dispenser to progress and be part of a dedicated team of staff committed to the high-quality service delivery. We operate a 7-day service (including bank holidays) and you will be expected to part of a rota to include late night and weekend duty.

Main duties of the job

The Trust has invested in modern pharmaceutical facilities including full electronic prescribing with decision support, automated dispensaries and extensive 7-day clinical services to enhance the patients experience of care by improving the quality, safety and effectiveness of their medicines utilisation. We work in conjunction with the pharmacy education team, and we assist with training of new staff which you would be expected to undertake as part of your new role.

Candidate should have achieved NVQ LEVEL 2 or equivalent in Pharmacy services and accredited checking qualification is essential.

This post is rotational including South Tyneside and Sunderland Outpatient pharmacies and candidates would be expected to be part of a late night, weekend and bank holiday rotas.

You should be adaptable, methodical and have excellent communication and time keeping skills. You must be able to work well within the team and also have the ability to work on your own initiative to deliver excellent patient care.

This is an exciting time to join the team and shape the future dispensary services across South Tyneside and Sunderland FT

About us

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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,600 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.

Date posted

25 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£26,530 to £29,114 a year (25/26 Pay award pending £27,485 - £30,162)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9155-CSAHP-0625-38

Job locations

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will support the dispensaries supervisor/managers by proactively coordinating and managing the flow of work through dispensary services.

To oversee the training of new staff, apprentices and dispensing induction.Be an accredited Accuracy Checking Assistant, releasing dispensed/issued items directly to patients and healthcare professionals in accordance with local training and policies. To support existing staff who are completing additional courses, for example accredited checking course. To assist in the dispensing of prescriptions for inpatients, discharged outpatients and aid the supply of medicines to wards and other departments. To contribute to ongoing continuous improvement and development of dispensary services To dispense and where appropriate check prescriptions for inpatients, discharges or outpatients across STSFT, in line with procedure and standard practice. Be part of the wider in-patient dispensary team across STSFT and contribute to the provision of an efficient and effective dispensary service. To assist in the replenishment of medicine supplies to wards and other departments. To participate in rotas covering evenings, weekend, and bank holidays. To undertake other reasonable duties to meeting the needs of the service as directed by the Associate Chief Pharmacist (Operational services) To demonstrate the Trusts core behaviours in delivering a quality service to internal and external customers. The post-holder will be required to participate in the 7-day dispensing weekend and late-night rota

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will support the dispensaries supervisor/managers by proactively coordinating and managing the flow of work through dispensary services.

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Recognised Pharmaceutical Qualification (NVQ Level 2 Pharmacy Services)
or equivalent
Accuracy Checking Qualification

Desirable

Training experience
Pharmacy Educational
supervisors courses
Buttercup assessor

Experience

Essential

Relevant pharmaceutical experience e.g. dispensing prescriptions, dealing
with the public and other staff members.
Experience of engaging and delivering an effective service to patients.

Desirable

Supervision of staff

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

Flexible to meet service needs.
Excellent communication skills.
Organisation skills and ability to work under pressure.
Effective time management skills

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Recognised Pharmaceutical Qualification (NVQ Level 2 Pharmacy Services)
or equivalent
Accuracy Checking Qualification

Desirable

Training experience
Pharmacy Educational
supervisors courses
Buttercup assessor

Experience

Essential

Relevant pharmaceutical experience e.g. dispensing prescriptions, dealing
with the public and other staff members.
Experience of engaging and delivering an effective service to patients.

Desirable

Supervision of staff

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

Flexible to meet service needs.
Excellent communication skills.
Organisation skills and ability to work under pressure.
Effective time management skills

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.