Band 8a Education & Training Pharmacist

Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust

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Job summary

You will support the Lead Pharmacist, Education & Training in the co-ordination, implementation, development and delivery of training programmes for pharmacy trainees

You will work closely with senior members of the pharmacy E&T team and the wider pharmacy team to develop and support learners and supervisors, and to ensure an effective, inclusive and innovative learning environment and culture.

You will play an essential part in supporting the smooth running of our training programmes for Trainee Pharmacists (TPs) and Foundation Pharmacists (FPs); monitoring progress, identifying new ways to provide the required learning opportunities and continuously striving to improve the overall learning experience.

You will act as an Educational Supervisor, Practice Supervisor and/or Expert Witness as required.

You will assist with the co-ordination of cross-sector, undergraduate and work experience placements.

Main duties of the job

Do you have a passion for training and developing others? If so, this rewarding role could be just what you are looking for! Come and join our supportive and friendly pharmacy department.

We have an exciting opportunity for a GPhC registered Pharmacist to join our Pharmacy Education and Training Team.

You will have a key role in shaping the delivery of training programmes within the pharmacy department; providing support to trainees and all staff involved in their supervision.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who enjoys working as part of a team and has exceptional organisational skills. You must have a sound clinical background, be a great 'people person' and have the ambition to develop staff and services.

You will retain your clinical skills by having a patient-facing / ward role, working under the direction of a designated Clinical Care Group Lead Pharmacist.

Applicants must have completed the Post Graduate Certifcate in General Pharmacy Practice (or equivalent) and be working towards completion of the full Diploma award. You should have experience of training others in a pharmacy setting, preferably in a UK hospital.

Although primarily based at Queen's Hospital, Romford, there will be a requirement to work cross-site and so ability to travel to all premises that BHRUT provides pharmaceutical services is essential.

About us

We provide care for the residents of three diverse London boroughs. Most of our 7,800 permanent staff live in Barking and Dagenham, Havering and Redbridge and the majority are from black, Asian and minority ethnic groups. We also provide healthcare services to people in south west Essex, and specialist neurosciences services to the whole of the county.

Our services include all the major specialties of large acute hospitals and we operate from two main sites - King George Hospital in Goodmayes and Queen's Hospital in Romford. We have two of the busiest emergency departments in London - more than 300,000 people visited our A&Es in 2023. We also provide outpatient services at Brentwood Community Hospital, Barking Community Hospital, Loxford Polyclinic, and Harold Wood Polyclinic.

We're pleased to be leading the way in reducing the time our patients wait to get the treatment they need. The Elective Surgical Hub at King George Hospital is one of eight to be accredited as part of a national scheme; the Care Quality Commission has raised the ratings forurgent and emergency careat Queen's and King George hospitals; anddata released by NHS Englandshowed that the Trust was the most improved in 2023 for reducing waits for emergency care.

We are particularly proud of our regional Neurosciences Centre; Radiotherapy Centre; Hyper Acute Stroke Unit; and dedicated breast care service at King George Hospital. We're also part of the North East London Cancer Alliance.

Date posted

12 August 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£59,490 to £66,239 a year Per Annum Inclusive

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

162-6165-AV-A

Job locations

Queen's Hospital

Romford

RM7 0AG

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.

Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.

All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.

Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process, assistance with completion of the application form or if you require any adjustments (for applicants with a disability) please contact Amanda Vickers, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5926. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a UK Pharmacist

Skills/Abilities

Desirable

Demonstrates good leadership skills

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

Experience of staff training and supervision. Experience of appraising performance and identifying training needs. Experience of providing feedback
Comprehensive experience as a clinical pharmacist practitioner - this must include a solid grounding in all aspects of hospital pharmacy practice.

Desirable

Experience of acting in a Practice or Educational Supervisor role
Experience of managing staff

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a UK Pharmacist

Skills/Abilities

Desirable

Demonstrates good leadership skills

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

Experience of staff training and supervision. Experience of appraising performance and identifying training needs. Experience of providing feedback
Comprehensive experience as a clinical pharmacist practitioner - this must include a solid grounding in all aspects of hospital pharmacy practice.

Desirable

Experience of acting in a Practice or Educational Supervisor role
Experience of managing staff

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.