# Pharmacy Assistant > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/pharmacy-assistant/7a57d0aa-5c44-47f6-8126-82eb9375174c - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/pharmacy-assistant/7a57d0aa-5c44-47f6-8126-82eb9375174c.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust - **Town:** Nottingham - **Region:** Midlands - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Healthcare support worker - **Grade:** Band 2 - **Salary:** £25,272 per annum (pro rata for part time) - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-07-19T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-03T10:31:06.515Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Nottinghamshire/Nottingham/Nottinghamshire_Healthcare_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Pharmacy_Assistant/Pharmacy_Assistant-v8129949 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8129949?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview An exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit a Pharmacy Assistant Technical Officer. You will join our dedicated team delivering dispensing and ward services at Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, based at the Wells Road Centre. You will rotate within different areas of the department including dispensary, stores and distribution, therefore will need to be methodical, accurate and be able to follow procedures. You should be a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual with an eagerness to learn and provide a high standard of service to our patients and services users. There is a requirement to possess an NVQ level 2 in pharmacy services (or equivalent) however we can fund the course and provide on the job training & support to complete the qualification. ### Main duties of the job The successful applicant will be expected to cover all the following aspects within the department: - The receipt of medicines for onward supply to wards and departments  - Assembly of orders for distribution to wards and dispensary  - To assist in the provision of a ward top-up service, visiting various sites throughout the trust  - To ensure accurate stock control of medicines  - Accurately and efficiently dispense and label medicines for patients   - You will be required to work closely with other members of the pharmacy team, to help deliver an efficient and effective pharmacy service to the hospitals and clinics Hours of work will be: 8.30am to 4.45pm whilst working in pharmacy stores 8.45am to 5pm whilst working in dispensary There is currently no requirement to work weekends or bank holidays. We welcome applications from those wishing to work either full time or part-time. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities You should have GCSE grade C or equivalent in English and Mathematics and a Science. A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010. Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa. Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies. ## Person Specification ### Skills **Essential** - Proficient computer use - Good organisational skills. - Able to be flexible - Ability to work quickly, calmly and accurately under pressure - Able to maintain confidentiality - Able to prioritise workload - Good communication skills (written and verbal) - Accurate and pays attention to detail **Desirable** - Customer service skills - Basic Office skills ### Training **Essential** - To be committed to undertake a course of study to work towards, the relevant NVQ Level 2 Certificate in Pharmacy Service skills ### Knowledge **Essential** - Knowledge of one’s limitations and ability to refer to other staff when appropriate. **Desirable** - Experience of stock management ### Experience **Essential** - Proven ability for team working good interpersonal skills, following procedures - Good interpersonal skills - Following procedures **Desirable** - Experience in NHS Computerised stock control - Experience of working in a pharmacy - Working as part of a team ### Contractual **Essential** - A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010. ### Qualifications **Essential** - Educated to GCSE level, or equivalent, including English, Maths and a science at grade C or above **Desirable** - NVQ Level 2 Certificate in Pharmacy Service skills ### Values and Behaviours **Essential** - All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork - All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust’s expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation ## Documents - [about the trust (pdf, 6.4mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2983) - [colleague benefits (pdf, 16.1mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2913) - [job description and person specification (pdf, 288.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10427176) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.