Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Deputy Dispensary Manager

The closing date is 08 June 2025

Job summary

Are you ready to take the next step in your pharmacy career? Are you passionate about supporting teams, embracing innovation, and driving safe, high-quality patient care? If so, we'd love to hear from you!

We're looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Deputy Dispensary Manager to join our dynamic and progressive pharmacy team. This role is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated pharmacy technician who's ready to support the management and continuous improvement of our dispensary service.

You'll work closely with the Dispensary Manager, acting as their deputy, to lead a skilled team of pharmacy staff. Together, you'll ensure our dispensary runs safely, efficiently, and continues to meet the evolving needs of our patients.

Why join us?

We're a forward-thinking pharmacy department that's passionate about innovation, development, and supporting our people. We believe that when staff are empowered and supported, services flourish--and so do our patients. Join us and be part of a team that truly cares.

Still not sure - please get in touch and we will happily answer any questions you may have, or considering applying for another role with us, let us know we will try and make the process as seamless as possible for you.

Please note: the JD is going through job matching and whilst we do not anticipate any changes it is subject to change.

Main duties of the job

Please see the main JD & PS for the main responsibilities, key aspects as as below:

  • Support the day-to-day running of the dispensary, maintaining a safe, effective and patient-focused service.
  • Lead and inspire a team of pharmacy assistants and technicians.
  • Deputise for the Dispensary Manager in their absence.
  • Champion quality, innovation, and continuous improvement within the dispensary.
  • Support the implementation of new technologies and smarter ways of working.
  • Contribute to the education and development of staff, creating an environment where everyone can thrive in an inclusive environment.

About us

At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are proud to be in thetop 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Details

Date posted

20 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

427-7157343

Job locations

Royal United Hospitals NHS Trust

Combe Park

Bath

BA13NG


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the main Job Description and Person Specification for the main duties of this role enclosed within this advert.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the main Job Description and Person Specification for the main duties of this role enclosed within this advert.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

  • Qualifications and Training
  • Knowledge and Experience

Desirable

  • Qualifications and Training
  • Knowledge and Experience

Other Skills

Essential

  • Values
  • Specific Skills
  • Physical skills & emotional effort

Desirable

  • Specific Skills
Person Specification

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

  • Qualifications and Training
  • Knowledge and Experience

Desirable

  • Qualifications and Training
  • Knowledge and Experience

Other Skills

Essential

  • Values
  • Specific Skills
  • Physical skills & emotional effort

Desirable

  • Specific Skills

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal United Hospitals NHS Trust

Combe Park

Bath

BA13NG


Employer's website

https://www.ruh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal United Hospitals NHS Trust

Combe Park

Bath

BA13NG


Employer's website

https://www.ruh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead Pharmacy Technician - Operations

Sarah Thompson

sarah.thompson118@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

20 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

427-7157343

Job locations

Royal United Hospitals NHS Trust

Combe Park

Bath

BA13NG


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