Senior Pharmacy Assistant
Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Bradford, BD9 6RJ
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
6 September 2026
6 days left
Job description
Closing Date: 6th September 2026 Shortlisting to take place after closing date: Commencing 7th September 2026 Interview expected to take place: W/C 14...
Key elements of the role are
To assist in the dispensing and supply of medicines for Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
To carry out and report on routine finger prick blood tests for patients attending the Pharmacy led Anticoagulant Clinic.
To act as receptionist in the Pharmacy led Anticoagulant Clinic and pharmacy reception when required.
Candidates must have significant experience of providing Pharmacy Support Services and must hold a Level 2 NVQ in Pharmacy Services or be prepared to work towards it.
This post would be ideal for those working in community pharmacy and wanting to take a step into working within secondary care.
Please see attached for the job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role.
At Bradford Teaching Hospitals we're passionate about providing outstanding care for the people of the Bradford district and communities across the North of England. We're keen to meet people interested in sharing our passion and helping us continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.
We're a renowned teaching hospital trust at the forefront of research, education and development, with a state-of-the-art simulation and skills training centre on site.
In short, we can help you lift your career to the next level. We've received huge investment to improve patient care which means we have truly world-class facilities including a brand-new neonatal suite, state-of-the-art intensive care unit, a newly refurbished A&E department, new children's unit and a welcoming, modern atrium and reception area for staff and visitors.
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in a similar role
- Significant experience of dispensing
- Supervision of staff
Skills
Essential
- Numeracy skills
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Good communication skills
- Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Good team working skills
- Demonstrable attention to detail
- Computer literate
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
- Knowledge of Medicines Management
- Knowledge and understanding of Pharmaceutical technical procedures specific to the area of work
Qualifications
Essential
- Good basic general education
- NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Services (or willing to work towards this qualification - in which case the salary will be paid at 75% of top of Band 3 salary, until the qualification is obtained).
Other
Essential
- Demonstrates continued professional development or equivalent knowledge through experience
- Flexibility in working hours to suit the needs of the department
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
24 August 2026
Last checked
26 August 2026
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