Job summary Salary Band: Band 3 Hours per week: 18 hours Permanent We are looking for an enthusiastic, helpful and hardworking individual to join our team within the the Pharmacy department at Chase Farm Hospital. In accordance with objectives set by the Chief Technician: The post holder will be responsible for supporting the Pharmacy Stores and Patients Service Team in the provision of an efficient service to all users and in the day to day running of the Pharmacy Department following standard operating procedures (SOP). Main duties of the job The post holder will provide pharmacy service to patients, wards and departments. You will supervise a team of pharmacy support workers and apprentices. The post holder MUST have a Level 2 in Pharmacy Service Assistant apprenticeship (or equivalent). Please see attached job description for more information about this role. About us Everyone is welcome at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT, BME, gender equality, staff carers and people with disabilities and lived experiences to promote good relations and understanding between our staff. The Pharmacy department at The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is an ambitious and quality improvement focused team who are committed to optimising the use of medicines and providing the best pharmaceutical care to our patients. We are proud to lead the way in integrated training partnerships, digital transformation, and cost improvement programmes (CIP). The Pharmacy Service comprises of Inpatient and Outpatient dispensary services, ward based clinical pharmacy services, Medicines Information, aseptic and non-sterile production services, pharmacy stores & distribution, procurement, and homecare services. We cover a range of clinical specialties including HIV, general medicine, emergency services, surgery, rheumatology, hepatology, anti-coagulation, oncology & haematology, women's health, paediatrics and infection control. For further information or to arrange an informal visit please contact Chief Technician, Teri Emery on : 0208 375 1487. Date posted 14 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £28,622 to £30,225 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 391-RFL-7046091 Job locations Chase Farm Hospital The Ridgeway Enfield EN2 8JL Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. Person Specification Royal Free World Class Values Essential o Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values Education & professional Qualifications Essential Educated to GCSE or equivalent including Maths, English, Science - Grade C / 4 and above Must have successfully completed the Level 2 Pharmacy Service Assistant apprenticeship or equivalent or willing to undertake Experience Essential Good working knowledge of IT Microsoft Packages such as Outlook, Word, Excel and other relevant programmes. Able to prioritise workload effectively Desirable Previous experience of working in a Pharmacy Previous experience of working in a warehouse / distribution environment Previous employment in the NHS Skills and aptitudes Essential Team member with an adaptable and flexible approach to work, willing to adapt to changing situations. Ability to work well as a team member Demonstrated ability to show attention to detail Demonstrated ability to work accurately under pressure Demonstrates initiative particularly in relation to problem solving Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively using clear written and spoken English Able to move heavy loads when required Familiar with computer systems and basic keyboard skills Personal Qualities & attributes Essential Effective organisational skills Ability to work in a busy environment Well-motivated Others Essential Appreciation of need to maintain confidentiality and security Awareness of Equal Opportunities Enthusiastic and shows initiative Flexibility with regard to changes in work schedule Good attendance record and good time keeping/ time management Person Specification Royal Free World Class Values Essential o Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values Education & professional Qualifications Essential Educated to GCSE or equivalent including Maths, English, Science - Grade C / 4 and above Must have successfully completed the Level 2 Pharmacy Service Assistant apprenticeship or equivalent or willing to undertake Experience Essential Good working knowledge of IT Microsoft Packages such as Outlook, Word, Excel and other relevant programmes. Able to prioritise workload effectively Desirable Previous experience of working in a Pharmacy Previous experience of working in a warehouse / distribution environment Previous employment in the NHS Skills and aptitudes Essential Team member with an adaptable and flexible approach to work, willing to adapt to changing situations. Ability to work well as a team member Demonstrated ability to show attention to detail Demonstrated ability to work accurately under pressure Demonstrates initiative particularly in relation to problem solving Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively using clear written and spoken English Able to move heavy loads when required Familiar with computer systems and basic keyboard skills Personal Qualities & attributes Essential Effective organisational skills Ability to work in a busy environment Well-motivated Others Essential Appreciation of need to maintain confidentiality and security Awareness of Equal Opportunities Enthusiastic and shows initiative Flexibility with regard to changes in work schedule Good attendance record and good time keeping/ time management Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust Address Chase Farm Hospital The Ridgeway Enfield EN2 8JL Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)