Pharmacy Dispenser/Senior Pharmacy Assistant (Band 3)
The closing date is 14 August 2025
Job summary
We are seeking an additional enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to join our team in this exciting role. The main focus of this band 3 role will be to work in the pharmacy dispensary, but will also involve working in the pharmacy aseptics unit, procurement, distribution as well as invoice processing. We are also looking to develop this role to include undertaking pharmacy work on the wards.
We would welcome applications from individuals working in community pharmacy who would like to start a career in hospital pharmacy, with training provided. There will be future opportunities to develop further, with Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician roles available in the future.
You should have an NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Services, or a recognised equivalent and experience in pharmacy is essential. Without this qualification, we would consider you for a Band 2 role.
Meeting the needs of our service users is extremely important to us, and we are looking for an individual who shares our vision to deliver a high quality, service-user focused approach. Applicants are encouraged to come for a visit to explore the role and department prior to interview.
Main duties of the job
To assist in the provision of a safe and efficient Pharmacy Service to Airedale NHS Foundation Trust
Undertaking a wide range of dispensing duties in the support of Pharmacists and Technical staff.
Working in the pharmacy aseptics unit, procurement team and distribution on rotation.
To maintain safe, efficient and cost-effective supply of medicines to Homecare patients.
To provide support in implementing developments within Homecare services to meet the needs of the patient and the trust.
Supervising and assisting with the training of other staff.
About us
We are always looking for enterprising and innovative approaches to the way we provide our services. We are a national centre for telemedicine and introduced telehealth to the UK offender healthcare sector and also provide the service to patients in their care homes. Community matters to us and we are supported by 400 dedicated volunteers and have strong links with Bradford University, Craven College and Leeds City College to ensure we inspire the workforce of the future.
We want to attract staff who embrace our Right Care behaviours of compassion, a commitment to quality of care and working together for patients we want to make these part of our DNA.
Full and part time hours available
This position is not currently eligible for a certificate of sponsorship in line with Home Office guidance as it does not appear on the skilled worker visa occupation list.
If you currently hold a different type of visa allowing you to work in the UK we would welcome an application from you. If your visa expires or there is a change in status during your employment, the Trust will be required to review your employment which may result in the termination of your employment to comply with the relevant immigration legislation.
Details
Date posted
31 July 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, Flexible working
Reference number
423-7376434
Job locations
Airedale General Hospital
Skipton Road
Steeton, Keighley
BD20 6TD
Employer details
Employer name
Airedale NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Airedale General Hospital
Skipton Road
Steeton, Keighley
BD20 6TD
Employer's website
https://www.airedale-trust.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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