Job requirements
Essential
2 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Qualifications
NVQ level 2 in Pharmaceutical Sciences (or equivalent experience).
- Knowledge and Experience
At least 2 years experience of working in community/hospital pharmacy.
Desirable
2 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Knowledge and Experience
Knowledge of medicines management issues.
- Knowledge and Experience
Experience of working in a prison environment or similar setting.
Job overview
The Pharmacy Department is looking to recruit an enthusiastic Pharmacy Dispenser to support us in the delivery of pharmacy services at HMP Holme House. Are you are looking for a new career in prison healthcare? Or maybe, you are a community Pharmacy Dispenser looking for a new challenge? if so, this may be the job for you! This is an opportunity to join our committed team working to provide a variety of support roles across the establishment. You must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills are crucial with the ability to work well as part of a multi-disciplinary team. If you are a motivated individual with a desire to enhance your pharmacy skills, we can offer a wide range of training and development opportunities.
Main duties of the job
As a Pharmacy Dispenser, you will assist with the provision and delivery of an integrated, safe, legal, high quality prison pharmaceutical service, taking into consideration, at all times, the need to maintain a high level of security. The post holder will be an integral member of the Healthcare Team. You will be required to support the delivery of Pharmacy Services which will include supply of medication, supervision of administration of medication to prisoners, and providing services to service users within your competency.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details on the advertised role.
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Pharmacy Dispenser - HMP Holme House with Spectrum Community Health CIC in Stockton-on-Tees, England. It is listed as a Band 3 Pharmacy dispenser role. The advertised salary is £25,760 - £27,476 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 03 Nov 2026.
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