• Job Description

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  Job summary

  Permanent | Full-time

  We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Advanced Pharmacist to support the development, and ongoing management of the EPMA system across Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust. You will work within the pharmacy EPMA team in collaboration with the Trust Digital Team.

  About You:

  You are a qualified pharmacist (MPharm or equivalent) with GPhC registration and a postgraduate diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or IT. You bring a wealth of post-registration experience in hospital pharmacy, and a sound understanding of EPMA systems. You are self-motivated, adaptable, and able to engage well with team members.

  Main duties of the job

  You will report to the Lead Pharmacist (EPMA), and your responsibilities will include:

  • Support the implementation and management of EPMA in designated clinical areas (e.g., outpatient services or off-site locations)

  • Contribute to system configuration, validation, testing, and deployment

  • Support the build and development of the EPMA system, to align with the Trust formulary

  • Ensure the EPMA system upholds patient safety, data accuracy, and secure access

  • Deputise for the Lead Pharmacist for EPMA

  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.

  Details

  Date posted

  12 May 2025

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 8a

  Salary

  £53,755 to £60,504 a year per annum

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time

  Reference number

  425-25-7175354

  Job locations

  Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

  Western Bank

  Sheffield

  S10 2TH

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

  Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.

  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.

  Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.

  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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  Person Specification

  Knowledge and Skills

  Essential

  • Knowledge of EPMA regulations
  • Knowledge of Medicines management
  • Communication skills with clinical colleagues
  • Organisation skills to deadlines
  • Prioritisation and working under pressure
  • MDT working

  Desirable

  • Experience of change management
  • Experience of service developement
  • Knowledge of education delivery

  Qualifications and Training

  Essential

  • MPharm or equivalent
  • GPhC registration
  • Postgraduate Diploma (Clinical or IT)

  Desirable

  • Leadership or Management Qualification
  • IT or Project Management Qualification
  • Membership of RPS or NPPG

  Experience

  Essential

  • Post registration experience in hospital
  • Clinical pharmacy experience
  • Experience of service/personnel management
  • Evidence of CPD

  Desirable

  • Experience of EPMA systems
  • Experience of medicines management in paediatrics

  Person Specification

  Knowledge and Skills

  Essential

  • Knowledge of EPMA regulations
  • Knowledge of Medicines management
  • Communication skills with clinical colleagues
  • Organisation skills to deadlines
  • Prioritisation and working under pressure
  • MDT working

  Desirable

  • Experience of change management
  • Experience of service developement
  • Knowledge of education delivery

  Qualifications and Training

  Essential

  • MPharm or equivalent
  • GPhC registration
  • Postgraduate Diploma (Clinical or IT)

  Desirable

  • Leadership or Management Qualification
  • IT or Project Management Qualification
  • Membership of RPS or NPPG

  Experience

  Essential

  • Post registration experience in hospital
  • Clinical pharmacy experience
  • Experience of service/personnel management
  • Evidence of CPD

  Desirable

  • Experience of EPMA systems
  • Experience of medicines management in paediatrics

  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.

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  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.

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  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

  Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

  Western Bank

  Sheffield

  S10 2TH

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

  Western Bank

  Sheffield

  S10 2TH

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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