Job summary
Thank you for taking the time
to look at this role, we are a close knit, supportive team, looking for
individuals who want to make a difference and be a part of something meaningful.
This is an exciting
opportunity for individuals already working in pharmacy or to those who are at
the beginning of their pharmacy career.
If you are somebody who enjoys
working in a team, are enthusiastic/motivated and ready for a new challenge
then we would love to hear from you.
The role of Senior Pharmacy Assistant
is open to those who already hold the NVQ level 2 qualification in pharmacy
services, and who meet all essential criteria.
The role of Pharmacy Assistant
is open to those who do not hold the NVQ level 2 qualification, but
where all other essential criteria is met.
For the right candidate this will be offered as an apprenticeship (apprenticeship
funding is subject to eligibility check).
Upon completion of the
apprenticeship and other work-based competencies (within agreed
timeframes), the successful individual will progress to the
role of senior pharmacy assistant.
Standard working pattern is
9am until 5pm Mon-Fri with weekend commitment.
We know how important work
life balance is and support flexible working, this can be discussed upon
appointment.
If youre curious or
have any questions, just reach out to Charlotte Rawlings
(charlotte.rawlings@swyt.nhs.uk) or Lianne Riley (lianne.riley@swyt.nhs.uk), we are happy to
chat before you apply.
Main duties of the job
The
successful candidate will work in the dispensary at Fieldhead Hospital and
provide support to our inpatient services with regards to medicines supply.
Key
result areas include:
Work
with a wide range of healthcare professionals in ensuring service users receive
medicines in a timely and safe manner.
Dispense
medication to inpatients and outpatients under the care of SWYFT
Provide
a stock top up service to inpatient units
Support
the procurement of medication
Reception/administrative
tasks to support day to day functioning of the dispensary.
Maintain
and manage stock levels within the department.
Participate
in the weekend and bank holiday rota (1 in 10 Saturdays 10am until 12pm)
At
the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements set
by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this
reason, we are unable to sponsor anyone for a skilled worker visa for this role.
We
are happy to accept applications from candidates who can prove their right to
work in the UK or via alternative visa routes. Such applications will be
considered alongside all other applications.
All employees of the Trust are
strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff
and patients.
About us
We
are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health
and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale,
Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are
the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is
to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this
by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ
staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a
difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage
and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value
diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being
a foundation Trust means were accountable to our
members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people
(including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join
us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving
the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and
help each year.
We
are committed
to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and
vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this
commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the Band 2 and Band 3 roles - please see the job description and person specification in the supporting documents section.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are
using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We
strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before
selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to
enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application
form.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the Band 2 and Band 3 roles - please see the job description and person specification in the supporting documents section.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are
using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We
strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before
selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to
enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application
form.
Person Specification
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Band 2
- Good communication skills both oral and written.
- Must be able to work methodically and demonstrate attention to detail.
- Evidence of good numeracy & keyboard skills.
- Band 3
- Accurate, numerate.
- Ability to prioritise work.
- keyboard skills and computers.
- Ability to train other staff.
- Operation of production equipment.
Desirable
- Band 2
- Computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft office programs.
Experience
Essential
- Band 3
- Demonstrable experience as Pharmacy Assistant.
- Experience of stock ordering and distribution SOPs.
- Dispensing in busy environment.
- Organising workload.
- Supervising or mentoring staff.
Desirable
- Band 2
- Previous NHS experience.
- Customer care experience.
- Band 3
- Knowledge of Pharmacy software and IT skills.
- Use/knowledge of Mobile technology.
Training
Essential
- Band 3
- Information Governance.
- Hospital dispensing and stock control.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Band 2
- Self- motivated.
- Pleasant and helpful manner.
- Team player.
- Well motivated and enthusiastic.
- Band 3
- Team player.
- Methodical.
- Flexible.
- A current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Desirable
- Band 2
- A current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Qualifications
Essential
- Band 2
- NVQ level 2/ btec level 2 in pharmacy or willingness to successfully complete within an agreed timeframe meeting GphC requirements as
- a student currently studying on an MPharm degree, Preregistration trainee pharmacists or students currently studying on an Overseas Pharmacists Assessment Programme (OSPAP).
- Band 3
- Minimum 3 GCSEs
- NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services, Buttercups or equivalent grandparenting.
- Level 3 qualification in pharmacy or equivalent experience
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Band 2
- Physically able to visit ward areas and select stock from both high and low storage with restricted access.
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Band 3
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Person Specification
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Band 2
- Good communication skills both oral and written.
- Must be able to work methodically and demonstrate attention to detail.
- Evidence of good numeracy & keyboard skills.
- Band 3
- Accurate, numerate.
- Ability to prioritise work.
- keyboard skills and computers.
- Ability to train other staff.
- Operation of production equipment.
Desirable
- Band 2
- Computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft office programs.
Experience
Essential
- Band 3
- Demonstrable experience as Pharmacy Assistant.
- Experience of stock ordering and distribution SOPs.
- Dispensing in busy environment.
- Organising workload.
- Supervising or mentoring staff.
Desirable
- Band 2
- Previous NHS experience.
- Customer care experience.
- Band 3
- Knowledge of Pharmacy software and IT skills.
- Use/knowledge of Mobile technology.
Training
Essential
- Band 3
- Information Governance.
- Hospital dispensing and stock control.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Band 2
- Self- motivated.
- Pleasant and helpful manner.
- Team player.
- Well motivated and enthusiastic.
- Band 3
- Team player.
- Methodical.
- Flexible.
- A current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Desirable
- Band 2
- A current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Qualifications
Essential
- Band 2
- NVQ level 2/ btec level 2 in pharmacy or willingness to successfully complete within an agreed timeframe meeting GphC requirements as
- a student currently studying on an MPharm degree, Preregistration trainee pharmacists or students currently studying on an Overseas Pharmacists Assessment Programme (OSPAP).
- Band 3
- Minimum 3 GCSEs
- NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services, Buttercups or equivalent grandparenting.
- Level 3 qualification in pharmacy or equivalent experience
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Band 2
- Physically able to visit ward areas and select stock from both high and low storage with restricted access.
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Band 3
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
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.
