Job summary UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Assistant to join the Pharmacy team here at HMP Risley, a Category C male prison in Warrington. This is a fantastic opportunity to continue your career in Pharmacy and Healthcare in an ever changing, fast paced environment, where no two days are the same We are a close knit team of 6 in Pharmacy, and are looking for someone who is keen to learn and build on their Pharmacy experience. Hours This is a full time role, working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 07:45 - 15:45. Salary This is a full time role, and the salary £24,669 - £28,690 per annum - depending on experience. How will we support you? Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course Competency framework Regional and national career development opportunities Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs Support from the wider team Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks. Main duties of the job As our new Pharmacy Assistant, your responsibilities will vary. Some of your duties will include: Provide high quality service to patients - dispensing medication and communicating with patients Support the onsite Pharmacy Technicians Contribute to services such as medicine reconciliation, managing stock medicines and transportation of medicines Provide support to ensure a safe and secure medicines management service, following policies, procedures and standard operating procedures Work in the medication hatches on the wings, as well as within the onsite Pharmacy Be a key member of a multi-disciplinary team of healthcare professionals If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning. It doesnt stop there we also offer: Company pension scheme 25 days annual leave increasing with service up to 28 days per year, plus public bank holidays An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits Discounts on shopping and leisure activities Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development Excellent long-term career prospects 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it About us The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background. Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values: we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated we act with integrity we embrace diversity we strive to do things better together We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all. Our new Pharmacy Assistant will have: An NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Dispensing Experience within a Pharmacy, such as in community or a hospital Experience of dispensing medicine Be a hard worker, diligent, with a high attention to detail Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you. Date posted 05 November 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £24,370.50 to £28,690.73 a year £24,669 - £28,690 Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 9599_1 Job locations HMP Risley Warrington Road Croft Warrington WA3 6BP Job description Job responsibilities UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Assistant to join the Pharmacy team here at HMP Risley, a Category C male prison in Warrington. This is a fantastic opportunity to continue your career in Pharmacy and Healthcare in an ever changing, fast paced environment, where no two days are the same We are a close knit team of 6 in Pharmacy, and are looking for someone who is keen to learn and build on their Pharmacy experience. Hours This is a full time role, working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 07:45 - 15:45. Salary This is a full time role, and the salary £24,669 - £28,690 per annum - depending on experience. How will we support you? Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course Competency framework Regional and national career development opportunities Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs Support from the wider team Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks. Job description Job responsibilities UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Assistant to join the Pharmacy team here at HMP Risley, a Category C male prison in Warrington. This is a fantastic opportunity to continue your career in Pharmacy and Healthcare in an ever changing, fast paced environment, where no two days are the same We are a close knit team of 6 in Pharmacy, and are looking for someone who is keen to learn and build on their Pharmacy experience. Hours This is a full time role, working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 07:45 - 15:45. Salary This is a full time role, and the salary £24,669 - £28,690 per annum - depending on experience. How will we support you? Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course Competency framework Regional and national career development opportunities Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs Support from the wider team Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks. 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Employer details Employer name Practice Plus Group Address HMP Risley Warrington Road Croft Warrington WA3 6BP Employer's website https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)