• Job Description

  Req#: C9165-25-03-047a?language=en&page=163&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  We are seeking an enthusiastic, ambitious and motivated individual to join our team as a pharmacy assistant. If you do not hold an NVQ/BTEC level 2 in Pharmacy Services, or equivalent this would be an excellent opportunity to undertake a recognised pharmacy qualification through an apprenticeship, whilst being paid a Band 2 salary. Applicants who do not hold a pharmacy level 2 qualification must have GCSE grade C/4 or above equivalent in English language, Maths and Science. This position is 37 and a half hours a week and participation will be required in the late night, weekend and bank holiday rota. The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust is an innovative, integrated healthcare organisation. We are recognised for the high quality of compassionate care we provide for our patients and their families. We are well positioned through our programme of transformation and our work with partners to create safe, high quality and affordable integrated healthcare services which are fit for the future needs of our population.

  Main duties of the job

  The main focus of the role will be to provide dispensing and support service to wards and departments in the hospital and pharmacy reception duties with some patient contact. Use of IT and liaising with health care professionals will be routine aspects of the role. Whilst experience of working with medicines within a pharmacy environment would be an advantage full training can be provided. Meeting the needs of our service users is extremely important to us, and we are looking for an individual who shares our vision to deliver a high quality, service-user focused approach. To participate in all aspects of medication including the dispensing process within the dispensary and at ward level. To receive in medication using appropriate IT systems to book stock in and out. Working as part of a team to maintain workload and manage patient flow. To take part in daily duties including periods of time on reception.

  About us

  The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

  As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

  But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

  All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

  Certificates of Sponsorship

  For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) band 2 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship

  From the 09 April 2025 we cannot sponsor band 3 entry level roles

  Details

  Date posted

  22 May 2025

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 3

  Salary

  £24,625 to £25,674 a year Per annum, pro rata

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time, Flexible working

  Reference number

  C9165-25-03-047a

  Job locations

  The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

  Moorgate Road

  Rotherham

  South Yorkshire

  S60 2UD

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

  Person Specification

  Knowledge

  Essential

  • To maintain own knowledge base and remain up to date with current issues.

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • A suitable level of literacy and numeracy e.g. Maths, Science and
  • English Language at GCSE grade C (Level 4) or above, or equivalent
  • Interpersonal Skills

  Desirable

  • NVQ Level 2/BTEC Level 2 in Pharmaceutical Science (MUST include a dispensing unit).
  • IT Training (MS Office)

  Experience

  Essential

  • Reliable, punctual, honest and conscientious

  Person Specification

  Knowledge

  Essential

  • To maintain own knowledge base and remain up to date with current issues.

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • A suitable level of literacy and numeracy e.g. Maths, Science and
  • English Language at GCSE grade C (Level 4) or above, or equivalent
  • Interpersonal Skills

  Desirable

  • NVQ Level 2/BTEC Level 2 in Pharmaceutical Science (MUST include a dispensing unit).
  • IT Training (MS Office)

  Experience

  Essential

  • Reliable, punctual, honest and conscientious

  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

  The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

  Moorgate Road

  Rotherham

  South Yorkshire

  S60 2UD

  
  

  Employer's website

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

  Employer details

  Employer name

  The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

  Moorgate Road

  Rotherham

  South Yorkshire

  S60 2UD

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.therotherhamft.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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