Job summary
The pharmacy team at Barnet Hospital have an exciting opportunity to start a career path in hospital pharmacy. We are looking for motivated Pharmacy Support Workers who are keen to expand their experience and are interested in working in a supportive and forward-thinking department committed to delivering high quality patient care.
The post holder will supervise a team of pharmacy support workers and apprentices in the patient services areas. They will be responsible for training staff rotating through the dispensary, which can include general dispensing, hatch duty, stock receipt and stock control.
The post holder will have a Level 2 in Pharmacy Service Assistant apprenticeship (or equivalent) or willing to undertake a pharmacy apprenticeship if not qualified. Successful applicants will be appointed into a Band 3 position if expected qualifications met and those requiring training will be enrolled on a pharmacy apprenticeship programme and appointed in a Band 3 annex 21 role for the duration of training.
For staff who are required to undertake an apprenticeship to attain a Pharmacy Service Assistant qualification:
Apprentices are expected to work towards the attached job description and should not be expected to perform the full duties of the role until competencies are signed off.
Alongside on-the-job training, apprentices spend a minimum of 6 hours per week of their working hours completing classroom-based learning.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will supervise a team of pharmacy support workers and apprentices in the patient services areas. They will be responsible for training staff rotating through the dispensary, which can include general dispensing, hatch duty, stock receipt and stock control.
The post holder will assist in reception duties and the general dispensing of medicines. They will be the link between patients, their carers and/or representatives, medical staff and visitors to the dispensary and pharmacy staff. They will take in private out-patient prescriptions, To Take Away (TTA) prescriptions and requisitions and handle financial transactions. They will behave in a manner that is both sensitive and always ensures patient confidentiality.
The post holder will consistently work in an accurate, effective, and efficient manner to support the provision of a high-quality service to patients, trust staff and departments. They will be part of a high performing team that is expected to demonstrate the Royal Free NHS Foundation Trust values. This means that in undertaking this role the post holder is always expected to behave in a way that demonstrates commitment to the delivery of respectful and compassionate care.
Details
- Date posted: 02 November 2026
- Closing date: 16 November 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 3
- Salary: £30,630 to £32,346 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS (pro rata)
- Contract: Fixed term
- Duration: 3 months
- Working pattern: Part-time
- Reference number: 391-RFL-8357790
- Job locations: Barnet Hospital, Wellhouse Lane, Barnet, London, EN5 3DJ, United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE or equivalent including Maths, English, Science - Grade C / 4 and above
- Must have successfully completed the Level 2 Pharmacy Service Assistant apprenticeship or equivalent or willing to undertake
Experience
Essential
- Good working knowledge of IT Microsoft Packages such as Outlook, Word, Excel and other relevant programmes
- Able to prioritise workload effectively
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a Pharmacy
- Experience of stock management
- Previous employment in the NHS
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- o Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Skills & Aptitudes
Essential
- Team member with an adaptable and flexible approach to work, willing to adapt to changing situations.
- Able to respond to unpredictable work patterns.
- Demonstrated abilities to work to set procedures
- Demonstrated ability to work accurately under pressure
- Familiar with computer systems and basic keyboard skills
- Demonstrates basic numeracy skills, the ability to be able to add, multiply, subtract and divide
- Demonstrates initiative particularly in relation to problem solving
Personal Qualities & attributes
Essential
- Ability to develop effective working relationships across the organization.
- Effective organisational skills
- Ability to work in a busy environment
- Well-motivated
Other
Essential
- Able to do late duty, weekend duties and bank holidays as roistered
- Appreciation of need to maintain confidentiality and security
- Awareness of Equal Opportunities
- Enthusiastic and shows initiative
- Flexibility with regard to changes in work schedule
- Good attendance record and good time keeping/ time management
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).
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.
For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Employer details
- Employer name: Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
- Address: Barnet Hospital, Wellhouse Lane, Barnet, London, EN5 3DJ, United Kingdom
- Employer's website: https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/