Job summary We're recruiting for a Deputy Dispensary Manager to join our hard working, supportive and dedicated Pharmacy Team in providing a medicines supply and optimisation service to patients within Oxford health NHS Foundation Trust. You'll work alongside our existing Deputy Dispensary Manager across our two dispensary sites: Weston on the Green and Kennington. The Dispensary Team is managed by Katie our Dispensary Manager and Kim our Deputy Manager. The established team is made up of Technicians, Pharmacy Assistants, Pre-registration Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacy Admin. This role would ideally suit a Pharmacy Technician who has experience in both Dispensary services and ward-based services and is looking to develop their leadership skills. However, we would welcome applications from Community Pharmacy Technicians. This is an excellent management development opportunity. You'll be overseeing workflow, stock control, staffing levels and assisting the Dispensary Services Manager to ensure staff are trained to the required level in order to deliver a safe and efficient service. You'll also deputise for the dispensary manager in their absence. Are you an enthusiastic and motivated individual who wants to work in a dynamic and lively department? If so, come and join our Pharmacy team Applicants must hold the NVQ3 in Pharmacy Services or an equivalent recognised GPhC qualification, all applicants must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Main duties of the job Oversee the day-to-day operational management of the dispensing services from pharmacy hub. This will include being responsible for the workflow, stock control, staffing levels, rota planningand ensuring staff are trained to the required level in order to deliver a safe and efficient service. Deputise for and cover appropriate duties of the Dispensary Services Manager during periods of leave. Participate in the writing and review of dispensing related policies and procedures and implement changes as agreed by the pharmacy leadership team. Ensure all dispensary staff are working within Pharmacy Standard Operating Procedures Support the conducting and documenting risk assessments and audits including turn-around times, workflow, patient experience and regulatory requirements within the dispensary and continuously amend practices to ensure service quality improvement. Responsible for the collection, recording and collation of regular statistics, reflective of dispensary activity and to actively use this information to identify areas where service provision may be improved or developed. Participate in the Trust medication error reporting system, including near misses. Working with the Dispensary Services Manager and Medicines Safety Officer, creating a culture in whichlearning from errors is valued and to have the ability to identify development needs in others and the need for process changes. Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties About us Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team" Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent" At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include: Excellent opportunities for career progression Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers Competitive pension scheme Lease car scheme Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Mental Health First Aiders Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply) Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team Date posted 30 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum | pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 267-CS6960376 Job locations Oxford Health Dispensary Sites - Weston on the Green and Kennington OCHPS, 4 Landscape Close Weston on the Green OX25 3SX Job description Job responsibilities What we are looking for: A qualified pharmacy technician, registered with the GPhC with a positive can do attitude Experience in hospital and/or community pharmacy with a good knowledge of hospital dispensing practice Excellent communication and people management skills Experience of mentoring other staff with the ability to motivate a team with a collaborative approach Ability to function effectively under pressure and to manage multiple tasks Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role Job description Job responsibilities What we are looking for: A qualified pharmacy technician, registered with the GPhC with a positive can do attitude Experience in hospital and/or community pharmacy with a good knowledge of hospital dispensing practice Excellent communication and people management skills Experience of mentoring other staff with the ability to motivate a team with a collaborative approach Ability to function effectively under pressure and to manage multiple tasks Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC Accredited checking technician (ACT) Desirable Willing to work towards Accredited Checking Technician Course Experience Essential Experience of hospital pharmacy. Experience of supervising staff. Knowledge Essential Detailed Pharmacy Technical knowledge, including pharmacy law and ethics and Pharmacy practice Contractual Requirements or other requirements Essential Ability to travel between sites. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC Accredited checking technician (ACT) Desirable Willing to work towards Accredited Checking Technician Course Experience Essential Experience of hospital pharmacy. Experience of supervising staff. Knowledge Essential Detailed Pharmacy Technical knowledge, including pharmacy law and ethics and Pharmacy practice Contractual Requirements or other requirements Essential Ability to travel between sites. 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. 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. 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 Oxford Health NHS Trust Address Oxford Health Dispensary Sites - Weston on the Green and Kennington OCHPS, 4 Landscape Close Weston on the Green OX25 3SX Employer's website https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)