Job summary
Due to relocation of the current post holder we have an opportunity for a dynamic and experienced pharmacist to be our pharmacy education and training lead. This role offers the opportunity to engage and work collaboratively at all levels within the organisation and system, regionally, and with schools of pharmacy and other education providers.
As a member of the pharmacy leadership team, you will be responsible for the education and training of our pharmacy workforce, across 3 acute hospital sites, community services and primary care network. The Trust has a vertically integrated model which enables collaborative working across teams and innovative opportunities for multisector learning and working.
You will have a clear vision for the education, training and further development of the pharmacy workforce; relevant knowledge and experience; and experience working as a clinical pharmacist in a hospital.
You will demonstrate the Trust values and will continue to develop a culture of inclusivity and continuous learning which makes the pharmacy directorate at The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust one of the best places to work.
We recognise the variety of opportunities available to pharmacy professionals and if you choose to join our team, we want you to feel valued and supported. We will work with you to fulfil your full potential whether that be through further education and training, new experiences or coaching and mentoring.
Main duties of the job
To lead the development and implementation of an education and training strategy for all Pharmacy Professionals in line with GPhC, NHSE and national standards.
To direct and oversee the education and training needs of Pharmacy Professionals to ensure they have sufficient skills and knowledge to competently do their joband provide high quality and safe pharmacy services.
To provide strategic and operational leadership of pharmacy training programmes including pre-registration pharmacy technician training, pharmacist foundation training and newly qualified pathways.
To lead on RPS accreditation for advanced practice and consultant pharmacists.
To oversee and coordinate clinical placements and work experience within the Directorate.
To further develop and maintain links with NHS England and academic providers, including local Schools of Pharmacy and colleges.
About us
The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the West Midlands providing primary, acute and community services and we are incredibly proud of the diversity of both our staff and the communities we serve. We are building a workforce that can help us to fulfil our values, improve quality of care for patients, and solve the health care problems of tomorrow. We're passionate about the value that diversity of thinking and lived experience brings in enabling us to become a learning organisation and leader in delivering compassionate care for our patients.
We are delighted that we have been rated as "Good" by CQC. We have achievednumerous awards; The Nursing Times Best Diversity and Inclusion Practice and Best UK Employer of the Year for Nursing Staff in 2020.
The Trust is a supportive working environment committed to creating flexible working arrangements that suit your needs and as such will consider all requests from applicants who wish to work flexibly.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the Trust website for the full job description and person specification attached to the vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the Trust website for the full job description and person specification attached to the vacancy.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Masters (or equivalent) degree in pharmacy
- Membership of General Pharmaceutical Council
- Postgraduate clinical diploma or equivalent qualification/experience
Desirable
- Formal leadership or management qualification
- Independent prescribing qualification
- Other relevant qualification (e.g. coaching, teaching, train the trainer, mentoring)
Experience and skills
Essential
- Recent experience of working as a senior pharmacist in a hospital.
- Experience of delivering education and training to large and small groups of pharmacy staff.
- Experience of coaching and mentoring staff and students.
- Experience of establishing and maintaining constructive partnerships with external agencies
- Knowledge and experience in a named field of clinical pharmacy.
Desirable
- Experience of developing links and / or teaching with academia (post and undergraduate).
- Experience of practice research with evidence of publications, abstracts, presentations, audits etc
- Evidence of professional involvement at a regional or national level
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Masters (or equivalent) degree in pharmacy
- Membership of General Pharmaceutical Council
- Postgraduate clinical diploma or equivalent qualification/experience
Desirable
- Formal leadership or management qualification
- Independent prescribing qualification
- Other relevant qualification (e.g. coaching, teaching, train the trainer, mentoring)
Experience and skills
Essential
- Recent experience of working as a senior pharmacist in a hospital.
- Experience of delivering education and training to large and small groups of pharmacy staff.
- Experience of coaching and mentoring staff and students.
- Experience of establishing and maintaining constructive partnerships with external agencies
- Knowledge and experience in a named field of clinical pharmacy.
Desirable
- Experience of developing links and / or teaching with academia (post and undergraduate).
- Experience of practice research with evidence of publications, abstracts, presentations, audits etc
- Evidence of professional involvement at a regional or national level
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.
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.
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).
