Boots Opticians

Relief Pharmacist


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PayCompetitive
LocationAirdrie/Scotland
Employment typeFull-Time
  • Job Description

      Req#: 271318BR

      Job Description

      What you’ll be doing
      Our pharmacists make a real difference in the communities we look after, delivering trusted care, advice and services that put patients first. In this role, you’ll use your clinical expertise every day, surrounded by a brilliant team and tools.

      Key responsibilities

      • Delivering NHS, locally commissioned, and private services using both in-store and digital tools
      • Leading professional and legal standards for patient safety and pharmacy compliance
      • Monitoring, evaluating, and continually improving standards of care and safety
      • Working with the Store Manager to develop the capability of the wider healthcare team
      • Growing talent that reflects the communities we serve; coaching, mentoring and supporting your colleagues every step of the way.
      • Representing Boots within the local community and with healthcare professionals

      What you’ll need to have (our must-haves)
      • Registered with the relevant pharmacy regulator (GPhC, PSNI, PSI)
      • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
      • Experience leading patient and customer care within a pharmacy setting
      • Passion for delivering essential, advanced, and private services
      • A collaborative, team-first mindset and an eagerness to coach and guide others

      It would be great if you also have
      • Experience in enhanced services
      • A strong understanding of local clinical networks

      Where your brilliance can take you
      With us, your pharmacy career can go in many different directions, from Independent Prescriber to leading clinical services, to field leadership, or specialist roles in our Support Office. Whatever path you choose, we’ll help you get there.

      Rewards designed for you
      • Boots Retirement Savings Plan
      • Generous employee discount across Boots and partner brands
      • Discretionary annual bonus
      • Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay, and a gift card for those expecting or adopting
      • Flexible benefits scheme; holiday buying, gym discounts, life assurance and more
      • 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme
      • CPD Days and protected learning time
      • GPhC/PSNI/PSI Fees reimbursed
      • Additional option to buy benefits, including the option to buy up to five extra holidays

      There’s lots more in our benefits and discounts, MyBoosts - there to give you that little lift in your everyday. Find out more by clicking here. Exclusions may apply; eligible roles only. Please note that any salary estimates provided on third-party sites are not endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate.

      A bit about us
      At Boots, we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, creating a place where everyone feels welcome, supported and free to be themselves. We believe that when our people feel valued and included, they thrive, so we’re committed to creating a brilliant Boots for our people so they can make a difference for our customers and colleagues every time.

      What’s next?
      If you apply, our team will be in touch to let you know the outcome of your application or to arrange next steps. Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you be at your best.

      This role requires the successful candidate to complete a pre-employment check after receiving an offer. Depending on your location, you will be asked to submit either a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service), PVG (Protection of Vulnerable groups) or an Access NI Check.

      Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis.

      We hope to hear from you soon.
      Be brilliant with Boots.

      Need To Know

      Join Us as a Relief Pharmacist in Airdrie Graham Street!

      At Boots, we believe in making a real difference every day. As a Relief Pharmacist, you’ll play a vital role in delivering care and confidence to our communities.

      Why this role matters:

      Step into various locations and support our teams where it’s needed most.

      Embrace opportunities for growth and learning every day.

      Help shape the future of healthcare with your expertise.

      We’re looking for forward-thinkers who are passionate about making an impact. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to drive progress, we want to hear from you!

      Ready to make a difference? Apply now and let’s build a brilliant Boots together!

      Business Area

      Pharmacy

      Function

      Pharmacist

      Keywords

      Newly qualified Pharmacist, Newly qualified, Pharmacist, healthcare, pharmacy, in store pharmacist, Medicine, Medicines,

      Hours per week

      Various Hours Available

      Latitude,longitude 1

      55.866445621,-3.978565581

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      Weekdays and Weekends

      Airport

      No

      Hours per week

      8 to 16 hours per week, 16 to 24 hours per week, 25 to 34 hours per week, Over 35 hours per week

      Company

      UK Stores

      Division

      16 - United Kingdom

      Should this vacancy be excluded from being posted onto the Boots.jobs career site?

      No

      Region

      1 - Scotland

      Area

      108 - North Lanarkshire and West Lothian

      Store

      617 - AIRDRIE

      Req Posted Date

      18-Mar-2026

      County

      Lanarkshire

      Country

      UK

      Address 1

      19 Graham Street

      Address 2

      Airdrie

      Address 3

      Lanarkshire

      Post Code

      ML6 6DD

      Source

      Boots

  • About the company

      Boots Opticians Ltd. operates a chain of ophthalmic and dispensing optician stores in the United Kingdom.

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