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Pharmacy Support Worker Higher Level - Homecare, Kilmarnock
Client:
NHS Scotland
Location:
Kilmarnock, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
8e01289b9383
Job Views:
3
Posted:
26.03.2025
Expiry Date:
10.05.2025
Job Description:
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)
Position:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Pharmacy Support Worker Higher Level - Homecare based at University Hospital Crosshouse.
What you will do:
We are looking for an experienced Pharmacy Support Worker to join our team at NHS Ayrshire and Arran. Working within the Homecare team you will have excellent communication skills and experience of the training and development of Pharmacy Support Workers. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside the Pharmacy Technician Higher Level within Homecare providing a wide range of pharmacy services to patients of NHS Ayrshire and Arran.
Previous NHS Ayrshire and Arran and Pharmacy experience is essential, as well as an understanding of Pharmacy Standard Operating Procedures.
Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:
* A or B pass at National 5 or equivalent in English, Maths, Chemistry and Biology
* SVQ in Pharmacy Services at SCQF level 6 or equivalent or transferrable (consideration will be given to current staff undertaking this qualification)
* Good communication skills (oral and written)
* Good customer care skills
* Moderate arithmetic skills
Hours:
37 hours per week.
This post carries a contractual commitment to work on a shift system covering 8am till 8pm (which includes a commitment to cover 7 days including weekend and evening). Post-holder will also be required to participate in our Public holiday and late night rotas.
Driving Licence/Car Ownership:
A car licence/car ownership is essential to this role.
If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Kirsty O'Hara, Chief Pharmacy Technician, on 01563 826066, ext 26066.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
* DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes.
* Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted.
* For help to complete an application on JobTrain, please follow this link: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/
* To view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/
* Please note that our correspondence method is by email, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately.
* Please check your email regularly (including junk folders) and also your JobTrain account for updates.
* Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a staff member, please ensure you update your JobTrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Ayrshire and Arran.
* Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.
NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigration. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk
We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.
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