Pharmacy Assistant Progression Post(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

About the Role

TEWV Pharmacy is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Pharmacy Assistant to join the Roseberry Park Hospital team. This role provides a structured career progression from Band 2 to Band 3, offering professional development and skill-building opportunities within a growing NHS pharmacy service.

We are looking for an exceptional team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills who is passionate about providing safe and effective medication support. Previous pharmacy experience is desirable but not essential, and while personal transport is useful, it is not mandatory.

This is an ideal opportunity to be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team committed to delivering high standards of patient care.

Important: Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK. This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship (Skilled Worker visa – GOV.UK)

Key Responsibilities

• Work in accordance with pharmacy Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to manage ward medication top-ups and stock control
• Dispense medications accurately for both inpatients and outpatients, following legal and safety requirements
• Receive and electronically record medication supplies from wholesalers
• Safely remove and handle unwanted or expired medications for return or destruction in line with policies
• Dispense controlled drugs for ward stock and named patients, adhering to all legal requirements
• Support emergency medication dispensing as required
• Maintain effective stock control, including expiry checks and inventory management
• Order patient medications for wards and maintain accurate records
• Undertake relevant statutory and mandatory training and maintain professional competency
• Engage in personal development with guidance from your line manager

About the Pharmacy Team

The TEWV Pharmacy team comprises over 100 staff, including drivers, pharmacy assistants, technicians, pharmacists, nurses, and administrative staff. Teams are spread across multiple sites but work collaboratively to share best practices, standardize processes, and continually improve services.

Our 5-Year Medicines Optimisation and Pharmacy Framework (“Our Journey to Change”) ensures that the team’s work aligns with key strategic goals, promoting safety, efficiency, and patient-centered care.

Our values—Respect, Compassion, Responsibility—are at the heart of everything we do. If you are kind, ambitious, and enjoy working inclusively, this role could be an excellent fit for you.

Person Specification

Experience:

• Essential: Stock management, experience in a team environment, basic telephone and email communication
• Desirable: Previous pharmacy experience, knowledge of software such as Excel and Word

Skills:

Essential: Accuracy and attention to detail, strong organizational skills, good oral and written communication, ability to work independently and under supervision, customer care skills

Desirable: Manual dexterity for medication handling, time management, ability to analyze and deliver information effectively

Qualifications:

• Essential: Basic general education, GCSE Grade D or above in English and Maths
• Desirable: NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services, or willingness to work toward it (NVQ Qualifications – GOV.UK)

Additional Information & Compliance

This role requires a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check (DBS Checks – GOV.UK)

Overseas applicants must follow the Criminal Record Checks for Overseas Applicants
process

Participation in mandatory training and adherence to NHS safety and compliance standards is expected

Knowledge of Controlled Drugs Regulations and Medicines Management Policies is essential

How to Apply

Applications should be submitted before 19 February 2026. Only candidates with the Right to Work in the UK will be considered. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interview.