# Pharmacy Distribution and Medical Gas Assistant > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/pharmacy-distribution-and-medical-gas-assistant/43bca04b-5a06-41d5-a520-cbdd013bfb1c - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/pharmacy-distribution-and-medical-gas-assistant/43bca04b-5a06-41d5-a520-cbdd013bfb1c.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust - **Location:** Royal Manchester Children's Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Pharmacy - **Grade:** Band 2 - **Salary:** £25,272 per annum (pro rata) - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Shifts to cover 8am to 8pm weekday service and in addition weekend and medical gas on-call commitments) - **Closing date:** 2026-11-06T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-10-30T15:40:32.891Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Manchester/Manchester/Manchester_University_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Pharmacy/Pharmacy-v8284331 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8284331?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.mft.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview The pharmacy department is looking for a dependable, enthusiastic and motivated pharmacy assistant to join our in-house Pharmacy Distribution and Medical Gas Team. The individuals will help us deliver a high quality and efficient patient focused service. The ideal candidate will have good levels of stamina, be physically fit with good attention to detail and possess good communication skills, be flexible and adaptable, committed and work well within a team. ### Main duties of the job The successful candidate will be expected to participate in the extended hour’s service working shifts between 8am-8pm Monday to Friday and also working weekends every 2 to 4 weeks (with rostered days off either side of the weekend; rota dependent). The candidate will be required to join the rota for Medical Gas on-call duties (24 hours a day/ 7 days a week - normally no more than 1 week on-call every 1-2 months) once trained. You will be a key member of staff in helping us develop the pharmacy service which continues to develop in line with the NHS plan for pharmacy. As part of the Pharmacy Distribution Team you will help us deliver Medical Gases and Pharmaceutical products in a timely manner to wards and departments across the Oxford Road Campus. The post holder will have a positive attitude and outlook and be willing to communicate effectively with various teams and staff. There is a positive attitude towards development of staff within the department and you will be encouraged to participate in our in-house training programs in order that you can develop your skills and apply them in the most appropriate way towards improving patient care. This post is physically demanding, lots of walking, standing, lifting and lowering of boxes and bags and practical experience and knowledge of manual handling is important though local training will be provided. Training will be provided in all aspects of the post and personal development will be encouraged. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Documents to download’ heading. Explore ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place’ To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place. This welcoming one‑stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are, what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. You’ll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply. To access ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place’, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the ‘Documents to download’ heading and once opened, you can either scan QR code or click on the link provided. Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged. Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU, for our patients, our communities, and each other. As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone. What is a DBS Check? A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role: Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings. Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police that’s considered relevant to the role. Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the children’s and/or adults’ barred lists. Who Needs a DBS Check Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role. The Costs for a DBS At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred. For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dbs-fees-are-changing-in-december DBS Update Service Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service. ### Applicant requirements This post will require a submission for Disclosure to be made to check for any unspent criminal convictions. ## Person Specification ### Knowledge **Essential** - Demonstrates an understanding of Health and Safety policies and standards including lifting and handling - Knowledge of delivery processes **Desirable** - Knowledge of medical gas cylinders and medical gas pipelines - Knowledge of Hospital Pharmacy processes ### Experience **Essential** - Evidence of handling and moving goods - including delivery - Evidence of physically active job **Desirable** - Evidence of working in a hospital environment - Understanding of medicine legal requirements and possible storage requirements ### Qualifications **Essential** - 2 x GCSES or equivalent C or above in Mathematics and English - Manual Handling and/or Health & Safety courses **Desirable** - NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent nationally recognised qualification ## Documents - [inside mft – your candidate place (pdf, 306.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2890) - [pharmacy distribution and medical gas assistant fs (pdf, 920.2kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10601361) - [pharmacy distribution and medical gas assistant job description (pdf, 408.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10601359) - [pharmacy distribution and medical gas assistant person specification (pdf, 416.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10601360) ## 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.