Job summary
We are seeking to recruit an experienced Pharmacist to this key leadership post within the CNTW Pharmacy Department. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading & delivering our Medicines Optimisation and Medicines Safety services.
You will lead, manage and develop the Medicines Safety Team, overseeing and co-ordinating the pharmacy response to medication incidents, safety alerts and other safety priorities. This includes responsibility for reviewing, managing and reporting of medicine safety and optimisation data, identifying themes, learning and improvement opportunities, in line with PSIRF principles. You will have an important role in supporting and influencing safe and effective medicine practice, enhancing and optimising patient care.
The postholder will be part of the pharmacy management team within the department and will represent pharmacy services both within the Trust and externally. Mental health experience is desirable but not essential and we welcome applications from all pharmacy sectors. This is a Trustwide post and work base can be negotiable; however, regular onsite presence at St Nicholas Hospital will be required to support team development and collaborative working.
As the Medicines Safety Officer, you will represent the Trust at local, regional and national MSO networks. You will work collaboratively with Trust clinical leads and external partners, supporting the development and delivery of shared care medicines guidelines and pathways.
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual to join our team and make a meaningful impact on medicines safety within the Pharmacy Department, Trust and wider system.
The successful candidate will have strong leadership capabilities, excellent listening and communication skills and an enquiring, proactive mindset that supports continuous improvement and learning. You will be able to build effective working relationships and use professional curiosity and challenge to support positive change for patients.
The postholder will be part of the pharmacy management team within the department and will represent pharmacy services both within the Trust and externally. Mental health experience is desirable but not essential and we welcome applications from all pharmacy sectors. This is a Trustwide post and work base can be negotiable; however, regular onsite presence at St Nicholas Hospital will be required to support team development and collaborative working.
We provide pharmacy and medicines optimisation services to all our mental health, learning disability and neuro-rehabilitation inpatient areas, as well as to community mental health teams, crisis teams, psychiatric liaison and other specialist services. Pharmacy staff are seen as valued members of the multi-disciplinary team. Our pharmacist independent prescribers are active within a range of clinical services.
About us
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
NHS Employees identified as at risk of compulsory redundancy and those eligible for the NENC Re-Deployment careers hub will receive prior consideration.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Trust pharmacy service is highly regarded within the organisation. We are an award-winning team with a proven track record in delivering high quality, safe pharmaceutical services. Our portfolio includes medicines supply, clinical pharmacy and clinical governance functions. We have an innovative and progressive approach to service design and delivery which has been recognised and commended by the Care Quality Commission, the Royal Pharmaceutical Society and the Health Services Journal. Our forward strategy has recently been approved by the Trust Board, setting the course for our further service and workforce development over the next few years.
We take pride in developing our staff, through formal and informal learning, supervision and training. In return for your commitment, we will provide you with the right support to help you deliver the best possible pharmacy services to patients and healthcare professionals alike. Please visit our page on the NHS Find Your Place website to find out more.
We are one of the most research-active Mental Health Trusts in the country, enjoying close working relationships with local Universities in teaching and research. We work collaboratively with other Trusts across the region on areas of common interest, including service development, research and training.
Job Advertised - 30th December 2025
Closing date: 13th January 2026
We welcome your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Trust pharmacy service is highly regarded within the organisation. We are an award-winning team with a proven track record in delivering high quality, safe pharmaceutical services. Our portfolio includes medicines supply, clinical pharmacy and clinical governance functions. We have an innovative and progressive approach to service design and delivery which has been recognised and commended by the Care Quality Commission, the Royal Pharmaceutical Society and the Health Services Journal. Our forward strategy has recently been approved by the Trust Board, setting the course for our further service and workforce development over the next few years.
We take pride in developing our staff, through formal and informal learning, supervision and training. In return for your commitment, we will provide you with the right support to help you deliver the best possible pharmacy services to patients and healthcare professionals alike. Please visit our page on the NHS Find Your Place website to find out more.
We are one of the most research-active Mental Health Trusts in the country, enjoying close working relationships with local Universities in teaching and research. We work collaboratively with other Trusts across the region on areas of common interest, including service development, research and training.
Job Advertised - 30th December 2025
Closing date: 13th January 2026
We welcome your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MPharm or equivalent first degree in Pharmacy
- Registration with General Pharmaceutical Council
- Postgraduate clinical qualification or evidence of protfolio working towards RPS core advanced pharmacist curriculum
Desirable
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Substantial post registration experience within NHS Pharmacy Practice
- Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, GPhC standards and other local and national initiatives
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work effectively with other professionals using a multi agency approach
- Ability to deliver high quality work to deadline
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MPharm or equivalent first degree in Pharmacy
- Registration with General Pharmaceutical Council
- Postgraduate clinical qualification or evidence of protfolio working towards RPS core advanced pharmacist curriculum
Desirable
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Substantial post registration experience within NHS Pharmacy Practice
- Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, GPhC standards and other local and national initiatives
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work effectively with other professionals using a multi agency approach
- Ability to deliver high quality work to deadline
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).
