The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust

Pharmacy Support Worker Higher Level

The closing date is 22 July 2025

Job summary

Would you like to be a part of a warm and friendly team? Here at Mid Yorkshire NHS Trust, we are a hardworking, enthusiastic bunch. We are looking for a Pharmacy Support Worker (Higher Level), based in the inpatient dispensary.

As a member of the Patient Services team, you would support the technicians with the workflow whilst undertaking a wide range of duties, including dispensing, and would be encouraged to contribute to the forward planning of the department. Ideally applicants will have NVQ2 in Pharmaceutical Services (or equivalent pharmacy qualification) however training will be provided to this level if necessary, for the successful candidate.

Pharmacy strives for excellence with the Trust values at the core of our service. The working hours for this post will be 37.5 with a commitment to working until 7pm.

For further information please contact Shafeen Shabbir; shafeen.shabbir1@nhs.net or Daniel Fisher; d.fisher@nhs.net Telephone 01924 541365 **Please note that this role is not on the Home Office list of occupations eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.**

Main duties of the job

Dispense medicines for in-patients (including TTOs) and outpatients when necessary following guidelines, under the supervision of the Pharmacy Technicians, with the final check by a Checking Technician or Pharmacist.

Ensure that all information needed for accurate stock control and prescription issues data is recorded using both paper systems and the computerised Pharmacy Information System (PIS).

Liaise with Procurement staff about urgently required medicines, and inform patients and other health care staff about supply problems / delays.

Dispense specialist hospital-only medicines and unlicensed medicines which require accurate, detailed records.

Dispense oral chemotherapy medicines taking necessary precautions detailed in SOPs. Dispense controlled drugs and ensure that all legally required records are accurate and up to date.

Assist in the training and supervision of Student Technicians, Pharmacy Assistants and pre-registration Pharmacists.

Identify own development and training needs and keep up to date with all national codes of practice, standards and relevant legislation.

Attend courses and study days to maintain and extend knowledge of specialist subjects pertinent to the role.

Actively participate in continuing professional development. Provide cover for Dispensary Receptionist when required.

Adhere strictly to working procedures and departmental policies both for drug supply and security.

About us

We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff members work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). Committed to continuous improvement, we prioritise our people and values so we can deliver excellent patient experience.

Our team is friendly, passionate and always seeking better ways to work through research and innovation. We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces for honest conversations and to share ideas, thoughts and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion.

As a member of the team, you will have access to the NHS pension plan, a generous holiday allowance, employee health and wellbeing services and extensive benefits and support.

These include onsite nurseries, childcare vouchers, car lease and home electronics schemes, working carers support, carer-friendly policies, and more. If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.

Date posted

14 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

000480

Job locations

Pinderfields Hospital

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF1 4DG

Job description

Job responsibilities

Essential criteria

Reasonable Standard of Education. GCSE Maths & English grade 4/C or above, or equivalent qualification. Desirable criteria

NVQ2 in pharmacy services or equivalent qualification.

Skills and Abilities

Essential criteria

Evidence of good literacy and numeracy skills. Keyboard skills Desirable criteria

Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Physical Attributes

Essential criteria

Physically able to perform the duties of the post e.g., visit wards throughout the hospital and access stock from high and low shelving.

Experience

Essential criteria

NVQ2 in pharmacy services or equivalent qualification or to undertake full NVQ2 in pharmacy services or equivalent training within 15 months.

Desirable criteria

Previous pharmacy experience (NHS or Retail sector). Experience in a customer service environment.

Personal Attributes

Essential criteria

Must be able to work methodically and demonstrate meticulous attention to detail. Able to communicate well verbally with other healthcare professionals and patients some of whom may have barriers to understanding. Must be able to deal sensitively with all patients some of whom may be severely ill or distressed by their condition. Pleasant and helpful manner. Must possess initiative. Able to work well within a team.

Desirable criteria

Able to mix well with current staff establishment.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Essential criteria

Reasonable Standard of Education. GCSE Maths & English grade 4/C or above, or equivalent qualification. Desirable criteria

NVQ2 in pharmacy services or equivalent qualification.

Skills and Abilities

Essential criteria

Evidence of good literacy and numeracy skills. Keyboard skills Desirable criteria

Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Physical Attributes

Essential criteria

Physically able to perform the duties of the post e.g., visit wards throughout the hospital and access stock from high and low shelving.

Experience

Essential criteria

NVQ2 in pharmacy services or equivalent qualification or to undertake full NVQ2 in pharmacy services or equivalent training within 15 months.

Desirable criteria

Previous pharmacy experience (NHS or Retail sector). Experience in a customer service environment.

Personal Attributes

Essential criteria

Desirable criteria

Able to mix well with current staff establishment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Please click 'apply now' to view the full person specification (there is no obligation to submit an application).

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.