Job summary
This post is a Fixed Term/ Secondment until 31/07/2028 due to funding. If you are a Hywel Dda University Health Board employee and are applying for this post as a secondment, agreement for the secondment is needed from your current manager prior to application.
Are you newly qualified or looking for a career change? Does the prospect of developing and learning in a wide variety of clinical specialties appeal to you? If yes, then we may have just the role for you! An exciting opportunity has arisen for 4 enthusiastic and highly motivated Pharmacists to join our team in Hywel Dda University Health Board.
Successful candidates will have the opportunity to undertake the HEIW Post registration Foundation Pharmacist "Model of Support" development pathway or obtain other equivalentqualifications whilst rotating through different clinical areas on each hospital site, and will be supported by experienced and enthusiastic mentors.
Main duties of the job
These fixed term posts provide funded opportunities to either undertake the structured HEIW Post-Registration Foundation Pharmacist "model for support" development pathway or a distance learning clinical diploma.
There may be potential for further learning opportunities alongside the HEIW accreditation including completion of a clinical diploma. Both these qualifications provide the foundation for excellent career development and a platform for professional and personal development. To meet criteria for the HEIW foundation place you must be qualifying in July 2026.
The posts will be based in Glangwili Hospital, Prince Philip Hospital, and Withybush Hospital. Please specify in the first line of the supporting information on your application which hospital site(s) you are interested in.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
- Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
- Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
- Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
- 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
- Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be expected:
To participate in the delivery and development of ward based clinical pharmacy services.
To participate in the provision of Medicines Information and advisory services to medical, nursing and other staff.
To provide clinical pharmacy support to the inpatient and outpatient dispensaries and to undertake the role of Responsible Pharmacist when required.
To provide professional supervision to technical and support staff.
To contribute to the training of Trainee Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians.
To participate in clinical audit.
To contribute to the practice and development of quality governance throughout the department.
To undertake any training (managerial and professional) identified by staff appraisal.
To participate in weekend, on-call, Bank Holiday, early and late working in accordance with agreed rotas.
To maintain confidentiality at all times relating to the patients, staff and the Trust.
To actively participate in the Staff Appraisal Process.
To be familiar and comply with relevant Operational, Personnel, Health and Safety policies and procedures, including Fire, COSHH, No Smoking and Alcohol.
Maintain a safe environment by adhering to local infection control policies.
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 16/04/2026
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be expected:
To participate in the delivery and development of ward based clinical pharmacy services.
To participate in the provision of Medicines Information and advisory services to medical, nursing and other staff.
To provide clinical pharmacy support to the inpatient and outpatient dispensaries and to undertake the role of Responsible Pharmacist when required.
To provide professional supervision to technical and support staff.
To contribute to the training of Trainee Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians.
To participate in clinical audit.
To contribute to the practice and development of quality governance throughout the department.
To undertake any training (managerial and professional) identified by staff appraisal.
To participate in weekend, on-call, Bank Holiday, early and late working in accordance with agreed rotas.
To maintain confidentiality at all times relating to the patients, staff and the Trust.
To actively participate in the Staff Appraisal Process.
To be familiar and comply with relevant Operational, Personnel, Health and Safety policies and procedures, including Fire, COSHH, No Smoking and Alcohol.
Maintain a safe environment by adhering to local infection control policies.
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 16/04/2026
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Masters degree in Pharmacy (4 years or equivalent)
- Member of General Pharmaceutical Council (registered pharmacist or pre-registration pharmacy trainee during applications, must be registered pharmacist at time of start date)
- English language qualification - GCSE grade C or above or IELTS score of 6.5 in writing and 6.0 in all other components
- Professional knowledge of medicines managements systems and process in an integrated NHS
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge and experience of healthcare in a pharmacy
Desirable
- Demonstrate achievement in more than one area of medicines management
- Hospital experience
- Technical Services
- Experience of teaching & supervision of pre-registration pharmacists, technicians and assistants
- Primary care experience
Language Skills
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Flexibility to undertake emergency duty including weekends, Bank Holiday
- Travel between sites and outside organisation in a timely manner
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Masters degree in Pharmacy (4 years or equivalent)
- Member of General Pharmaceutical Council (registered pharmacist or pre-registration pharmacy trainee during applications, must be registered pharmacist at time of start date)
- English language qualification - GCSE grade C or above or IELTS score of 6.5 in writing and 6.0 in all other components
- Professional knowledge of medicines managements systems and process in an integrated NHS
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge and experience of healthcare in a pharmacy
Desirable
- Demonstrate achievement in more than one area of medicines management
- Hospital experience
- Technical Services
- Experience of teaching & supervision of pre-registration pharmacists, technicians and assistants
- Primary care experience
Language Skills
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Flexibility to undertake emergency duty including weekends, Bank Holiday
- Travel between sites and outside organisation in a timely manner
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Hywel Dda University Health Board
Address
Glangwili Hospital/Prince Philip Hospital/Withybush Hospital
Carmarthen/Llanelli/Haverfordwest
SA31 2AF
Employer's website
https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
