Manx Care

Specialist Pharmacist - Homecare and Biologics

The closing date is 12 March 2026

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Job summary

We are seeking a motivated and forwardthinking Specialist Pharmacist to lead, coordinate and develop the Pharmacy Homecare Service across Nobles Hospital, Ramsey & District Cottage Hospital, and Mental Health Services. This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a key specialist service and make a real, visible impact on patient care. You will be responsible for the daytoday management and development of the homecare service, ensuring safe, effective and timely access to biologics and other highcost medicines across acute and specialist care settings.

Main duties of the job

The role involves leading the implementation, monitoring and review of Trust policies relating to homecare, ensuring full compliance with professional and clinical standards, including the Royal Pharmaceutical Society Professional Standards for Homecare Services and the Hackett Report. A strong emphasis of the post is on clinical excellence and governance. You will develop and deliver highquality patientfocused services such as homecare consultations for initiation and switching of therapies, provide ongoing patient support, and lead on clinical screening of homecare prescriptions. You will also develop and maintain procedures for prescription screening, document control and approval, supporting safe and consistent practice across the organisation. You will play a key role in developing processes to manage the funding and commissioning challenges associated with homecare medicines, ensuring best value alongside optimal patient outcomes. As an active member of the wider Pharmacy Team, you will contribute to safe, effective and economical medicines optimisation for patients, carers and staff across our unique island healthcare system. We would particularly welcome applications from pharmacists with a specialist interest or experience in gastroenterolog

About us

By joining Manx Care on the Isle of Man youll be stepping away from NHS pressures and demands, as the Islands healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS. We provide lots of opportunities for professional learning and CPD, this includes use of our well-resourced education and training centre. At many of our locations youll have access to free on-site car parking. People who relocate here can also get a refund on their National Insurance contributions for the first year of living here. In addition, we offer generous relocation packages for most of our roles! On the Isle of Man you can benefit from great lifestyle opportunities, a safe environment and great schools. Manx residents benefit from lower tax rates compared to most countries in the EU.

Details

Date posted

12 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£61,611 to £73,492 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

MCX-023863

Job locations

Nobles Hospital

Braddan

Isle of Man

IM4 4RJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

A workplace that invests in you

Enjoy higher salaries compared to the UK, along with annual salary increases that extend beyond typical UK NHS pay scales.

A generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and 10 Public Holidays.

Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.

You may be eligible for a Blue Light Card, unlocking a wide range of exclusive discounts on shopping, food and leisure activities at hundreds of popular high street and online retailers.

Step away from NHS pressures and demands! The Island’s healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS.

Access to the staff canteen at Noble’s Hospital where you can purchase affordable food and drinks in your breaks.

Free on-site car parking.

Our on-site education and training centre, Keyll Darree, comprises a lecture theatre, well stocked medical library, training facilities and a state of the art simulation lab which is operated by trained simulation practitioners.

Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service.

Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.

Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.

Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues.

Accommodation is available for the first 6 months in your role at a reduced rate for non-Island residents.

A relocation package of up to £7,000 based on receipts is available for this role. Housing Assistance is also available where the Department will pay the difference between your current mortgage/rent bill, and that of your new accommodation on the Isle of Man, up to a maximum of £250 per month. This role also qualifies for a recruitment incentive of £3,000, payable in the 1st, 13th, and 25th months of employment.

Job description

Job responsibilities

A workplace that invests in you

Enjoy higher salaries compared to the UK, along with annual salary increases that extend beyond typical UK NHS pay scales.

A generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and 10 Public Holidays.

Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.

You may be eligible for a Blue Light Card, unlocking a wide range of exclusive discounts on shopping, food and leisure activities at hundreds of popular high street and online retailers.

Step away from NHS pressures and demands! The Island’s healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS.

Access to the staff canteen at Noble’s Hospital where you can purchase affordable food and drinks in your breaks.

Free on-site car parking.

Our on-site education and training centre, Keyll Darree, comprises a lecture theatre, well stocked medical library, training facilities and a state of the art simulation lab which is operated by trained simulation practitioners.

Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service.

Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.

Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.

Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues.

Accommodation is available for the first 6 months in your role at a reduced rate for non-Island residents.

A relocation package of up to £7,000 based on receipts is available for this role. Housing Assistance is also available where the Department will pay the difference between your current mortgage/rent bill, and that of your new accommodation on the Isle of Man, up to a maximum of £250 per month. This role also qualifies for a recruitment incentive of £3,000, payable in the 1st, 13th, and 25th months of employment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • To be in possession of Pharmacy degree (BPharm, BSc (Pharm), MPharm or equivalent)
  • To be in possession of certificate in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent
  • Registration as a pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council following 1 year pre-registration experience
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • To be in possession of Pharmacy degree (BPharm, BSc (Pharm), MPharm or equivalent)
  • To be in possession of certificate in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent
  • Registration as a pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council following 1 year pre-registration experience

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Manx Care

Address

Nobles Hospital

Braddan

Isle of Man

IM4 4RJ


Employer's website

https://www.gov.im/about-the-government/departments/health-and-social-care/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Manx Care

Address

Nobles Hospital

Braddan

Isle of Man

IM4 4RJ


Employer's website

https://www.gov.im/about-the-government/departments/health-and-social-care/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead Pharmacist Procurement

Carolyn Coleman

carolyn.coleman@gov.im

Details

Date posted

12 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£61,611 to £73,492 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

MCX-023863

Job locations

Nobles Hospital

Braddan

Isle of Man

IM4 4RJ


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