At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver advanced clinical pharmacy services and lead trainee pharmacist training programmes.
- Company: Kettering General Hospital, part of University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group.
- Benefits: Full-time, permanent role with opportunities for professional development and leadership.
- Other info: Dynamic role with a unique blend of clinical practice and education leadership.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in women's and children's health while shaping the future of pharmacy education.
- Qualifications: MPharm degree, GPhC registration, and strong clinical experience required.
The predicted salary is between 56276 - 63585 £ per year.
We are working with Kettering General Hospital to recruit an Advanced Pharmacist to join their Pharmacy team in a unique split role across Women’s & Children’s services and Education & Training. This is an exciting opportunity to combine advanced clinical practice with leadership in education and workforce development, supporting both patient care and the future pharmacy workforce.
About The Role
This dual role offers the opportunity to work across both clinical services and education leadership.
- Clinical (Women’s & Children’s)
- Deliver an advanced clinical pharmacy service across paediatrics and women’s health
- Provide expert pharmaceutical advice within multidisciplinary teams
- Support medicines optimisation, governance, and safety initiatives
- Contribute to guidelines, PGDs, and service development
- Undertake or work towards independent prescribing
- Education & Training
- Lead the organisation and delivery of trainee pharmacist training programmes
- Act as a Designated Supervisor and support trainee and undergraduate placements
- Deliver medicines management training to pharmacy staff, doctors, and nurses
- Work with regional and national partners to ensure training aligns with GPhC and NHSE standards
You will play a key role in shaping both clinical services and pharmacy education strategy within the Trust.
Essential Requirements
- MPharm (or equivalent)
- GPhC registration
- Minimum 4 years’ post‑registration hospital experience
- Strong clinical experience across acute/ward‑based settings
- Experience in teaching, training, or supervision
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
Desirable
- Postgraduate clinical pharmacy qualification (Diploma/MSc)
- Independent Prescriber qualification
- Experience in Women’s & Children’s services
- Experience acting as a Designated Supervisor
- Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS)
- Experience in service development and leadership
We think you need these skills to ace Band 8a Advanced Pharmacist in Northampton
Communication Skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Compassion
Flexibility
Organizational Skills
Teamwork
Adaptability
