• Job Description

  Req#: C9152-25-0715?language=en&page=849&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  Due to recent post holder progressing to Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician apprenticeship - we have a vacancy for someone who is passionate, motivated and has an interest in Pharmacy.

  We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a permanent Pharmacy Support Assistant to come and join our pharmacy team based at St Ann's Hospital in Poole. No previous experience necessary as training and support will be provided. The successful candidate will be required to enrol and complete a nationally recognise NVQ 2 in pharmacy services paid for and supported by Dorset Healthcare.

  The pharmacy team at St Ann's Hospital is part of the wider Dorset Healthcare pharmacy service that supports the whole of Dorset for mental health, community hospitals and specialist services.

  The post is 30 hours per week. The post holder may be required to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.

  Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

  Main duties of the job

  You will be based at St Ann's Hospital mainly working within the pharmacy department. Supporting the receipt, labelling, dispensing and supply of medication, to in-patient and out-patient services provided by Dorset Healthcare.

  Support the department with house keeping duties. Performing ward top-up duties, this requires visiting in-patient wards, currently only St Ann's but this maybe expanded to the wider Trust.

  Supporting other trainees within pharmacy when confident to do so. As part of the Trusts induction programme you will be expected to take part in breakaway training.

  For full details please read the Job description and person specification

  About us

  At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

  We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

  Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

  Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

  Details

  Date posted

  14 August 2025

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 2

  Salary

  £24,465 a year p.a.

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time, Part-time

  Reference number

  152-S092.25

  Job locations

  St Ann's Hospital

  St Ann's Hospital, 69 haven Road, Canford Cliffs, Poole, Dorset, BH13 7LN

  Poole

  BH13 7LN

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

  As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

  As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

  Person Specification

  Skills

  Essential

  • Hospitality experience/ working with customers
  • Attention to detail
  • GCSE Mathematics and English Language, or equivalent

  Desirable

  • NVQ 2 in pharmacy services / Pharmacy Experience
  • Owns a car/ able drive
  • Previous experience of efficient stock control.

  Attitude

  Essential

  • Team Player
  • Conscientious
  • Willing to learn

  Desirable

  • Ability to prioritise work

  Communication

  Essential

  • PC literate
  • Application form is complete
  • Sufficient supporting evidence

  Desirable

  • Knowledge of Pharmacy Computer Systems

  Person Specification

  Skills

  Essential

  • Hospitality experience/ working with customers
  • Attention to detail
  • GCSE Mathematics and English Language, or equivalent

  Desirable

  • NVQ 2 in pharmacy services / Pharmacy Experience
  • Owns a car/ able drive
  • Previous experience of efficient stock control.

  Attitude

  Essential

  • Team Player
  • Conscientious
  • Willing to learn

  Desirable

  • Ability to prioritise work

  Communication

  Essential

  • PC literate
  • Application form is complete
  • Sufficient supporting evidence

  Desirable

  • Knowledge of Pharmacy Computer Systems

  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.

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  St Ann's Hospital

  St Ann's Hospital, 69 haven Road, Canford Cliffs, Poole, Dorset, BH13 7LN

  Poole

  BH13 7LN

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  St Ann's Hospital

  St Ann's Hospital, 69 haven Road, Canford Cliffs, Poole, Dorset, BH13 7LN

  Poole

  BH13 7LN

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (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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