Pharmacy Support Worker Higher Level - Distribution

Pharmacy Support Worker Higher Level - Distribution, Kilmarnock

Client: NHS Scotland

Location: Kilmarnock, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 9ae5d52edffa

Job Views: 3

Posted: 26.03.2025

Expiry Date: 10.05.2025

Job Description:

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Who we are:

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

Position:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part-time Pharmacy Support Worker Higher Level - Distribution based at University Hospital Crosshouse.

What you will do:

We are looking for an experienced Pharmacy Support Worker to join our team at NHS Ayrshire and Arran. Working within the Distribution team you will have excellent communication skills and experience of the training and development of Pharmacy Support Workers. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside the Pharmacy Technician Higher Level within Distribution providing a wide range of pharmacy services to patients of NHS Ayrshire and Arran. Previous NHS Ayrshire and Arran and Pharmacy experience is essential, as well as an understanding of Pharmacy Standard Operating Procedures.

Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:

• A or B pass at National 5 or equivalent in English, Maths, Chemistry and Biology
• SVQ in Pharmacy Services at SCQF level 6 or equivalent or transferrable (consideration will be given to current staff undertaking this qualification)
• Good communication skills (oral and written)
• Good customer care skills
• Moderate arithmetic skills

Hours:

37 hours per week. This post carries a contractual commitment to work on a shift system covering 8am till 8pm (which includes a commitment to cover 7 days including weekend and evening). Post-holder will also be required to participate in our Public holiday and late night rotas.

Driving Licence/Car Ownership:

A car licence/car ownership is essential to this role.

If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Kirsty O'Hara, Chief Pharmacy Technician, on 01563 826066, ext 26066.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

• DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes.
• Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted.
• For help to complete an application on JobTrain, please follow this link: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/
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• Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.

NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk

We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.