Job summary
Fixed Term | Full Time
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Pharmacy Team at Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust. Based at the Trust's acute site, you'll work within a supportive team and gain experience across a wide range of paediatric specialities, including neurosurgery, oncology, endocrinology, orthopaedics, neonatal surgery, and more.
About You
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Senior Pharmacist, some of your responsibilities will include:
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Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering high-quality medicines optimisation to children across Sheffield, South Yorkshire, and surrounding areas
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Gain experience through a structured rotation programme in Clinical Pharmacy Services across specialist medical and surgical wards
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Participate in operational Pharmacy Services alongside clinical duties
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Provide clinical pharmacy services at the Trust's acute site
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Develop expertise in a wide range of specialities
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Work under the guidance of senior specialist pharmacists within a team of approximately 60 pharmacy staff
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Encouraged to undertake a Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy
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After initial training, participate in the on-call service on a rotational basis, including weekends and Bank Holidays
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
For an informal chat about this role , please contact Laura Godden, 0114 2717259
*** This role has been assigned the occupation code 2251 using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web address https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
For an informal chat about this role , please contact Laura Godden, 0114 2717259
*** This role has been assigned the occupation code 2251 using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web address https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
#LI-Onsite
Person Specification
Qualification & Training
Essential
- Must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council of Great Britain
- Have a vocational master's degree in pharmacy pre-registration training and experience. If qualified before 2002 hold a degree in pharmacy plus 1 year pre-registration training and experience.
Desirable
- Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain
- Membership of the Neonatal and Paediatric Pharmacy group (NPPG)
- IT qualification e.g. ECDL
Experience
Desirable
- Hospital pharmacy / Paediatric pharmacy services
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Clinical pharmacy
- Aware of hospital and national policies and procedures
- Can communicate clearly with other clinical professionals and patients/ parents
- Can interpret clinical data
Desirable
- Capable of teaching other healthcare staff.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Careful accurate worker
- Pays attention to detail in their work
- Can work independently or as part of a team
Person Specification
Qualification & Training
Essential
- Must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council of Great Britain
- Have a vocational master's degree in pharmacy pre-registration training and experience. If qualified before 2002 hold a degree in pharmacy plus 1 year pre-registration training and experience.
Desirable
- Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain
- Membership of the Neonatal and Paediatric Pharmacy group (NPPG)
- IT qualification e.g. ECDL
Experience
Desirable
- Hospital pharmacy / Paediatric pharmacy services
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Clinical pharmacy
- Aware of hospital and national policies and procedures
- Can communicate clearly with other clinical professionals and patients/ parents
- Can interpret clinical data
Desirable
- Capable of teaching other healthcare staff.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Careful accurate worker
- Pays attention to detail in their work
- Can work independently or as part of a team
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).
