Job summary
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Pharmacy Assistant to join the team at HMP Huntercombe, a Category C prison, exclusively for Foreign National males. We have capacity of around 500, and offer healthcare 7 days per week.
We are based in Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire. This is a rare opportunity to join our close knit healthcare team within pharmacy, where you will join a unique working environment, where no two days are the same! We can support you with career progression opportunities and the right support to make sure you succeed! Hours This is a full time role, working 37.5 hours per week. Shifts can be flexible, and we will discuss with you directly. Shift patterns are typically 07:45 - 17:00 Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 16:30 on weekends.
Salary
This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary of £24,669 - £28,690 per annum - depending on experience.
How will we support you?
Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
Competency framework
Regional and national career development opportunities
Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
Support from the wider team
Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
Main duties of the job
As our new Pharmacy Assistant, your responsibilities will vary. Some of your duties will include:
- Issue medication to patients directly from the hatch on the wing, checking ID and ensuring the correct medication is given
- Ensure medication compliance, checking medication held by patients in their cells
- Work alongside the wider healthcare team, liaising with colleagues (including GPs) to ensure patients receive the correct medication
- Contribute to services such as medicine reconciliation, managing stock medicines and transportation of medicines
- Provide support to ensure a safe and secure medicines management service, following policies, procedures and
If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.
It doesnt stop there we also offer:
- Company pension scheme
- 25 days annual leave increasing with service up to 28 days per year, plus public bank holidays
- An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
- Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
- Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
- Excellent long-term career prospects
- 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it
About us
The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.
Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:
- we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
- we act with integrity
- we embrace diversity
- we strive to do things better together
We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.
Our New Pharmacy Assistant Will Have:
- An NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Dispensing
- Experience within a pharmacy environment - whether in the community, hospital or a prison / secure setting
- Due to the location of the prison, a driver with their own vehicle would be highly desirable
- An enthusiastic approach, with a passion for pharmacy work
- A non-judgmental and compassionate approach
Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.
Date posted
14 April 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£24,669 to £28,690 a year £24,669 - £28,690 per annum - depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
11283
Job locations
Nuffield
Henley on Thames
Oxfordshire
RG9 5SB
Employer details
Employer name
Practice Plus Group
Address
Nuffield
Henley on Thames
Oxfordshire
RG9 5SB
Employer's website
https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)
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