Specialist Pharmacist - Operational Support and Education & Training
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
London, SW10 9NHView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£58,133 to £65,261
Contract
Fixed-Term
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
2 November 2026
14 days leftJob description
We currently have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and self-motivate pharmacist to assume the role of Specialist Pharmacist - Operational S...
As the Specialist Pharmacist - Operational Support and Education &
Training the successful post holder will undertake duties that deliver in
the following key areas within the Pharmacy Department:
- Residency Service
- Ward Clinical Service
- Dispensary Service
- Education and Training
Residency Service Management
Be responsible for the co-ordination and provision of the Pharmacy
Ward Clinical Service
Be responsible and accountable for the clinical pharmacy service
provided to a sub-speciality within the Emergency and Integrated
Care Division.
Dispensary Service
Support the provision of an efficient, safe and legal dispensing service.
Education and Training
Lead and co-ordinate the provision of training and supervision of Trainee
and Resident Pharmacists on rotation in the dispensary in accordance
with local and professional requirements.
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top - performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites - Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital - along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.
We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.
The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.
Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
Education and Qualification
Essential
- Vocational Master's Degree in Pharmacy (+ completion of pre-registration training)
- Registered as a practicing pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Certificate in Pharmacy Practice or JBP Postgraduate Certificate in General Pharmacy Practice or equivalent training / experience
Experience
Essential: - Supervision of staff; - Education and training of staff
Desirable: - Registered Supplementary Prescriber
How to apply
Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.
Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
16 October 2026
Last checked
19 October 2026
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