Works under guidance of SOPs, GMP and COSHH. Works independently and manages others in the department. Works to agreed objectives with annual appraisal with operational lead. Provides specialist technical service to wards, departments, and out-patients. Always maintain high professional standards and ensure compliance with statutory regulations concerning pharmaceuticals and the provision of the Health and Safety at work act are complied with. Responsible for recruitment and selection of technical staff to assigned area. Responsible for training and supporting all grades off staff designated to area. Line management and appraisal for staff ensuring opportunities for personal development. Involvement in writing procedures relating to the service in conjunction with other appropriate staff and managers. Delivery and implementation of agreed procedures and monitor compliance with all SOPs. Ensure departmental work is completed within agreed timescales. Manage resources within department. Ensure quality monitoring is carried out and reported appropriately, i.e. error monitoring, environmental controls, and turnaround times. Provide monthly statistics on workload. Develop and lead a team of staff. Identify training needs of staff and devise individual training plans. Act as Key Trainer for your area ensuring all staff are trained in safe practices. Contribute to service developments ensuring change is managed smoothly. Responsible for stock control and stock management within the department, ensuring rolling stocks are completed and audit requirements are met. Liaise with GPs, community pharmacists, external organisations, and colleagues in order to improve the medicines management process. Assist in auditing the service against set targets. Arrange pilot schemes to assess benefits of new ways of working. Develop an induction & training package for area. Participate in accuracy checking training sessions. Develop efficient communication channels with the rest of pharmacy to ensure a good understanding of the service and the roles and responsibilities of staff. To forge links nationally and regionally with other specialists in your area to share best practice. Responsible for ensuring good dispensing/distribution/manufacturing practice. Undertaking technical responsibilities at ward level and in out-patient clinics. This will include reviewing prescriptions, taking drug histories and initiating medicine supplies. Ensure that medicines are stored safely, securely and are in date and suitable for use. Prioritise workload and analyse situations to resolve problems. To participate in labelling, assembly, preparation, dispensing and other dispensing duties should the need arise to ensure service provision. Ensures accurate documentation and records are maintained within the service area. To coordinate cover for annual leave and lieu time To manage absence levels of staff and be involved in return-to-work interviews and adherence to Trust Absence management policy To deal with initial grievance and disciplinary issues for designated staff. Always communicate with Operational Lead and refer issue if unresolved. Identify and implement risk reduction strategies in your area of work. Participation in the weekend and bank holiday rotas on a rotational basis Ensure all staff are briefed on a regular basis.