# Pharmacy Assistant - Stores / Reception

> NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust.

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## Summary

- **Status:** Live
- **Employer:** Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
- **Location:** Sheffield Children's Hospital
- **Workplace type:** onsite
- **Profession:** Pharmacy assistant
- **Salary:** £25272.00
- **Contract type:** Permanent
- **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday 9-5 or 10-6, and participation in the weekend and bank holiday rota)
- **Closing date:** 2026-10-21T22:59:00.000Z
- **Posted:** 2026-10-07T09:42:39.524Z
- **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/-v8063906
- **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8063906?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002
- **Employer website:** https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk

## Job Content

### Job overview

Permanent | Full-time

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to be part of a dedicated team in a rewarding environment? The Pharmacy department at Sheffield Children’s Hospital is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Pharmacy Assistant to join our team and help us deliver a top-quality service to patients.

What You’ll Need:

- GPHC Approved L2 Pharmacy Qualification (or willingness to work towards).
- GCSEs in English and Maths, or equivalent
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Team focussed, and able to complete tasks independently

Previous hospital experience is not essential, as full training will be provided.

Join our friendly team and make a difference in a vibrant and supportive environment!

### Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Dispensary Manager, your responsibilities will include:

- Support the receipt, processing, and provision of pharmaceutical supplies in the Stores department.
- Help with ward drug top-ups.
- Work on the Dispensary Reception, receiving prescriptions and providing excellent customer service.
- Handle busy enquiry lines
- Contribute to a safe and efficient pharmacy service for patients.

### Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 roles.

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.

### Applicant requirements

The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable people and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

## Person Specification

### Knowledge

**Essential**

- Knowledge of stock control and need for confidentiality
- Careful and accurate worker
- Ability to work alone and as a member of team
- Understanding of the need for confidentiality

**Desirable**

- Knowledge of Data Protection Act
- Knowledge of Health and Safety at Work Act
- Knowledge of COSHH
- Lifting and Handling Training

### Experience

**Essential**

- Experience of working in a pharmacy environment
- Computer literate

**Desirable**

- Stores work

### Qualifications

**Essential**

- GCSE C or above in maths and English language or equivalent grade C (4) or above
- GPHC Approved L2 Pharmacy Qualification.

**Desirable**

- IT qualification

## Documents

- [our edi goals (pdf, 155.7kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2909)
- [pharmacy assistant (pdf, 238.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10354471)
- [sch local benefits summary (pdf, 120.0kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2368)

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