Job summary Tired of weekend working? Looking for a change? Have you considered a career in mental health? We have a rare opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced pharmacist to join our well-established clinical pharmacy team and help provide excellent care to patients in the Adult Forensic Service based at Prestwich,. This varied and challenging role presents a unique opportunity to make a real difference to patient care, demonstrate your ability to innovate and implement change, and develop your leadership and management skills. Following investment in our pharmacy service and implementation of our Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration (EPMA) system, this is a fantastic time to join our expanding team We are committed to personal development including the opportunity to complete addition training required for the job role or personal growth. Working within a supportive team and under the guidance of the Directorate Lead Pharmacist. Be an integrated member of the pharmacy team providing a dedicated, safe and effective, patient centred clinical service, providing high quality pharmaceutical care to our patients Opportunity to contribute to service development and quality and safety, through ward rounds, audits and education Your professionalism, excellent inter-personal skills and commitment will equip you to be a valued contributor to our service and to develop to be a key member of our clinical pharmacy team. Main duties of the job The successful candidate will work across the directorate supporting the development of both the service, and the junior pharmacists who provide day to day clinical services to the area. You will develop and deliver excellent pharmaceutical services to patients with a wide range of often complex medical problems. You will participate in ward rounds, provide expert medicines advice to staff and patients, review medication incidents and develop clinical guidelines. You will perform a pivotal role in the provision of education and training to the multi-disciplinary team and ensure key governance and medicines management priorities are met. Applicants must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work as part of a team whilst also managing your own workload. You must be dynamic, resilient, and be able to manage and motivate others. You will have the ability to influence the multidisciplinary team and engage with key stakeholders. You should have previous experience of working within mental health. You will be supported in your own professional development, including developing your leadership skills. Successful candidates will take part in the on-call and Bank Holiday rotas. If you are a keen and motivated registered pharmacist with previous mental health experience and a passion for developing new ideas, this may be the post for you. About us Here at Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust, we have a main site is at Prestwich Hospital where the specialist services (such as addictions, forensic psychiatry and child and adolescent mental health) are based and satellite pharmacies operate elsewhere within the Trust. GMMH employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations. We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond. Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options. Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users. Date posted 23 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 437-6908695 Job locations Prestwich Hospital Oakwood Building, Prestwich Hospital, Bury New Road, Prestwich Manchester M25 3BL Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job description and Person Specification for details. Staff Benefits 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job description and Person Specification for details. Staff Benefits 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts Person Specification Qualifications Essential 4 years master degree or equivalent Member of GPhC Post Graduate Clinical Diploma Desirable Independent Prescribing Qualification Experience Essential Previous Hospital Pharmacy experience Previous Mental Health experience Experience of Managing Staff Delivery of training at post graduate level MDT working Knowledge Essential Have knowledge of clinical governance, clinical audit and risk management Have up to date knowledge of mental health therapeutics Have knowledge of primary and secondary care Skills Essential Have the ability to interpret and communicate highly complex data Have the ability to manage change Other requirements Essential Cope with conflicting pressures/ deadlines Excellent written / verbal communication skills Ability to motivate, negotiate and influence Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with broad range of disciplines Excellent written / verbal communication skills Person Specification Qualifications Essential 4 years master degree or equivalent Member of GPhC Post Graduate Clinical Diploma Desirable Independent Prescribing Qualification Experience Essential Previous Hospital Pharmacy experience Previous Mental Health experience Experience of Managing Staff Delivery of training at post graduate level MDT working Knowledge Essential Have knowledge of clinical governance, clinical audit and risk management Have up to date knowledge of mental health therapeutics Have knowledge of primary and secondary care Skills Essential Have the ability to interpret and communicate highly complex data Have the ability to manage change Other requirements Essential Cope with conflicting pressures/ deadlines Excellent written / verbal communication skills Ability to motivate, negotiate and influence Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with broad range of disciplines Excellent written / verbal communication skills 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT Address Prestwich Hospital Oakwood Building, Prestwich Hospital, Bury New Road, Prestwich Manchester M25 3BL Employer's website https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)