Flexibility: On site — this role requires full-time on-site presence in the Outpatient Dispensary at King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill.
Type: Permanent
Salary: £46,400 - £55,100 per annum plus up to 12% annual bonus
We are looking for an experienced Dispensary Lead to join our Outpatient Pharmacy team, ideally with experience within hospital pharmacy dispensary services. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in leading the day-to-day operations of the dispensary, ensuring the safe, effective and efficient dispensing of medicines while supporting the Pharmacy Manager in meeting dispensary KPIs.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the day-to-day operations of the Outpatient Dispensary, organising workload and supervising all dispensary staff.
- Deputise for the Pharmacy Manager during periods of absence, ensuring the smooth running of the dispensary.
- Oversee dispensing of outpatient prescriptions, controlled drugs and private prescriptions to agreed performance targets.
- Review dispensary errors and implement strategies to mitigate risk and improve performance.
- Support recruitment, induction, training and ongoing development of dispensary staff.
- Generate and maintain an effective dispensary rota and ensure adequate stock control.
Requirements
- NVQ Level 3 plus accredited underpinning knowledge (e.g. BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science), or equivalent.
- Professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council of Great Britain.
- Relevant experience in a hospital pharmacy, including supervisory or operational management experience.
- Sound knowledge of the regulations and legislation relevant to pharmacy services.
- Strong communication, organisational and analytical skills, with the ability to manage a team effectively.
- Able to work flexibly to support late duty, weekend and bank holiday dispensary services.
Advert Close
4th August 2026
Interview Date(s)
12th August 2026
There will be a site tour for successful candidates on the 17th August 2026 between 10am - 2pm.
Any queries, please contact kch-tr.kfmrecruitment@nhs.net
Working for KFM
KFM is a provider of healthcare support services our purpose is to partner with and support healthcare providers in providing world class patient care, with all profits and cost savings reinvested in the NHS.
KFM provides a fully managed service across all clinical areas which includes providing all required clinical supplies and equipment along with maintenance, training and technical support, endoscopy decontamination, sterile services, renal dialysis support, radiology IT support and outpatient pharmacy. KFM also runs a procurement and contract management service for all departments.
KFM is a Limited Liability Partnership owned by King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust with no private sector partners. KFM is a public authority not a private company. KFM has an annual turnover of around £185 million and over 350 staff.
£46,400 - £55,100 + up to 12% annual bonus
Hours
37.5
- Welcome Bonus
- Annual Bonus Scheme
- 27 days annual leave (+BH)
- Annual leave purchase scheme
- AVIVA Pension
- Enhanced Family Leave & Pay
- CPD Funding & Study Leave
- Paid Professional Registration Fees
- Occupational Sick Pay
- Season Ticket Loan Scheme
- Car Lease Scheme
- Cycle scheme
- Tech scheme
Pharmacy Dispenser Lead employer: KFM
KFM is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture where employees can thrive and grow. With competitive pay, ongoing training, and the opportunity for a permanent position, our assembly operatives enjoy a balanced work-life with early finishes on Fridays and a commitment to health and safety. Join us in East Hull for a rewarding career where your skills are valued and developed.
