We are an award winning organisation providing care at two main hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—and a number of community-based services across London, such as sexual health and HIV clinics.
With 6,700 members of staff, we are proud to care for a diverse population of one million people. We are committed to ensuring that our workforce is just as diverse with a strong mix of skills and abilities.
Our staff are at the very heart of our organisation and we recognise the valuable contribution that each and every person working at the Trust makes. One of our Trust priorities is to be an employer of choice—a place where people want to start their career and to grow with us through continued education, professional development and support .
Specialist Pharmacist - Operational Support and Education & Training
NHS AfC: Band 7
Main area Discharge/Operational Support/Residency Service Management Grade NHS AfC: Band 7 Contract Fixed term: 9 months (Secondment cover) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 289-CS-572
Site Chelsea & Westminster Hospital Town London Salary £58,133 - £65,261 per annum incl. HCAS (pro rata) Salary period Yearly Closing 02/11/2026 23:59
Job overview
We currently have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and self-motivate pharmacist to assume the role of Specialist Pharmacist - Operational Support and Education & Training at Chelsea & Westminster Hospital (Chelsea Hospital site) on a Fixed Term basis (9 months)
As the Specialist Pharmacist - Operational Support and Education & training, the successful post holder will undertake the following duties:
- Leads, co-ordinates and manages the development and provision of the Pharmacy Residency Service.
- Contributes to the provision of the clinical pharmacy service to patients within the Medicine Directorate ensuring the safe, effective, legal and accurate use of medicines within the speciality.
- Supports the provision of Pharmacy dispensary services to ensure a high quality of clinical service provision, a favourable experience for patients and service users and efficient processing of prescriptions and in-patient medicine requests for patients
- Manages the provision of clinical training and supervision to Resident and Trainee Pharmacists on rotation in the dispensary.
Main duties of the job
As the Specialist Pharmacist - Operational Support and Education &
Training the successful post holder will undertake duties that deliver in
the following key areas within the Pharmacy Department:
- Residency Service
- Ward Clinical Service
- Dispensary Service
- Education and Training
Working for our organisation
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top - performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites - Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital - along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.
We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.
The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.
Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Residency Service Management
Be responsible for the co-ordination and provision of the Pharmacy
Residency Service
Be responsible and accountable for the clinical pharmacy service
provided to a sub‑speciality within the Emergency and Integrated
Care Division.
Ward Clinical Service
Be responsible and accountable for the clinical pharmacy service
provided to a sub‑speciality within the Emergency and Integrated
Care Division.
Dispensary Service
Support the provision of an efficient, safe and legal dispensing service.
Education and Training
Lead and co-ordinate the provision of training and supervision of Trainee
and Resident Pharmacists on rotation in the dispensary in accordance
with local and professional requirements.
Person specification
Education and Qualification
- Vocational Master’s Degree in Pharmacy (+ completion of pre‑registration training)
- Registered as a practicing pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Certificate in Pharmacy Practice or JBP Postgraduate Certificate in General Pharmacy Practice or equivalent training / experience
Experience
- Supervision of staff
- Education and training of staff
- Registered Supplementary Prescriber
Important
- There may be some occasions when we have to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date, this will be due to a high volume of applications. You are therefore advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
- Please check your emails regularly (and your junk folder) as this is how we will communicate with you throughout the recruitment process.
- In submitting an application, you authorise the Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process, should you be appointed to the post.
- During the recruitment process your identity documentation (ie passport, driving licence, visa etc) will be scanned using a device which recognises UV, infrared and machine-readable zone security features of the documents provided.
- Employment at the Trust is offered subject to successful completion of a six month probationary period.
- We operate a joint recruitment hub across the North West London Acute Provider Collaborative Group. As part of this, your application and personal data may be shared with partner trusts within the group for recruitment and workforce objectives, in line with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Right to work
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Specialist Pharmacist - Operational Support and Education & Training employer: Chelwest
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is an exceptional employer, renowned for its commitment to patient care and staff development. With a strong focus on equality and flexible working arrangements, employees benefit from a supportive work culture that prioritises their well-being and professional growth. The Trust's investment in state-of-the-art facilities and its recognition as one of England's top-performing trusts make it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in healthcare.
