Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, motivated individual to join the Rheumatology Pharmacy team. This is a continuation of a role recently introduced to support the current rheumatology pharmacy team to provide medicine support to rheumatology patients. You will work directly within this dynamic and friendly team as well as part of the wider rheumatology team.
Flexible working pattern will be considered.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be responsible for a variety of administration duties and be expected to work independently but will be part of the wider team within the Rheumatology Department. The successful candidate will possess excellent organisation and communication skills, be flexible and well-motivated. They will enjoy working with people, engaging with colleagues at all levels and will possess a flexible and positive attitude to work.
You must have a good standard of general education and you will also need an excellent telephone manner and have the ability to work under pressure. Previous NHS experience would be an advantage but is not essential.
About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
Benefits we offer to you:
- Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- NHS pension scheme membership
- Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
- NHS Staff discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
- Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice
Details
Date posted
28 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,937 to £26,598 a year pro rata per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number
362-A-25-7374310
Job locations
Rheumatology
Stepping Hill Hospital
Stockport
SK2 7JE
Employer details
Employer name
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Rheumatology
Stepping Hill Hospital
Stockport
SK2 7JE
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