Job summaryOur Medicines Optimisation team is a compassionate, dynamic, and committed teamThis post will be providing specialist mental health clinical pharmacist input to community mental health teams in North Devon.The successful candidate will have a full and comprehensive induction, with support and time to settle into their new role. There will opportunities to further develop your clinical knowledge and experienceRecruitment will be based on mental health experience, suitably qualified individuals will be appointed at band 8a.Individuals with good clinical knowledge and experience but less specifically in mental health will be appointed at band 7 and supported to develop their mental health knowledge before progression.Main duties of the jobThe
post holder will develop and provide a specialist clinical pharmacy service to
Mental Health community teams in North Devon.This will include developing connections with the local primary care (PCN) services and working with other mental health services when necessary (e.g. supporting inpatient admissions of local patient group)This role will also include medication review, counselling, prescribing, audit, physical health engagement and training among other dutiesAbout usAbout Devon Partnership TrustWe provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we doOur valuesWe not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.DetailsDate posted14 October 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8aSalary
49,387 to 64,750 a year
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time,
Flexible working
Reference numberC -1Job locationsWest Pilton Health & Wellbeing ClinicYouings DriveBARNSTAPLEDevonEX31 1QLUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see the attached Job
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Job description
Job responsibilitiesPlease see the attached Job
Description and Person Specification which will provide further information on
this role.Person Specification
Experience
EssentialDemonstrate an up to date and detailed knowledge of relevant guidelines and clinical practice in specialityExperience of working within a multidisciplinary healthcare team / environment. Ability to supervise activities of pharmacy technicians and assistants.Managing change in a complex environment and evidence of having successfully implemented change.The ability to work under pressure, to deadlines where there are conflicting priorities.DesirableEvidence of involvement in change management and/or clinical service improvement. Experience of undertaking clinical audit.Experience of delivering training programmes
Qualifications
EssentialCurrent registration as a Pharmacist General Pharmacy Council (GPhC). Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.Postgraduate diploma in clinical pharmacy / therapeutics or equivalent clinical experienceCertificate/Diploma or Masters in Psychiatric Pharmacy practice or equivalent clinical experienceIndependent Prescribing Qualification (or be working towards completion)DesirableMember of the College of Mental Health Pharmacy RPS Advanced Practice Framework completed
Experience
EssentialDemonstrate an up to date and detailed knowledge of relevant guidelines and clinical practice in specialityExperience of working within a multidisciplinary healthcare team / environment. Ability to supervise activities of pharmacy technicians and assistants.Managing change in a complex environment and evidence of having successfully implemented change.The ability to work under pressure, to deadlines where there are conflicting priorities.DesirableEvidence of involvement in change management and/or clinical service improvement. Experience of undertaking clinical audit.Experience of delivering training programmes
Person Specification
Experience
EssentialDemonstrate an up to date and detailed knowledge of relevant guidelines and clinical practice in specialityExperience of working within a multidisciplinary healthcare team / environment. Ability to supervise activities of pharmacy technicians and assistants.Managing change in a complex environment and evidence of having successfully implemented change.The ability to work under pressure, to deadlines where there are conflicting priorities.DesirableEvidence of involvement in change management and/or clinical service improvement. Experience of undertaking clinical audit.Experience of delivering training programmes
Qualifications
EssentialCurrent registration as a Pharmacist General Pharmacy Council (GPhC). Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.Postgraduate diploma in clinical pharmacy / therapeutics or equivalent clinical experienceCertificate/Diploma or Masters in Psychiatric Pharmacy practice or equivalent clinical experienceIndependent Prescribing Qualification (or be working towards completion)DesirableMember of the College of Mental Health Pharmacy RPS Advanced Practice Framework completed
Experience
EssentialDemonstrate an up to date and detailed knowledge of relevant guidelines and clinical practice in specialityExperience of working within a multidisciplinary healthcare team / environment. Ability to supervise activities of pharmacy technicians and assistants.Managing change in a complex environment and evidence of having successfully implemented change.The ability to work under pressure, to deadlines where there are conflicting priorities.DesirableEvidence of involvement in change management and/or clinical service improvement. Experience of undertaking clinical audit.Experience of delivering training programmesDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
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Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameDevon Partnership NHS TrustAddressWest Pilton Health & Wellbeing ClinicYouings DriveBARNSTAPLEDevonEX31 1QLUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameDevon Partnership NHS TrustAddressWest Pilton Health & Wellbeing ClinicYouings DriveBARNSTAPLEDevonEX31 1QLUnited KingdomEmployer's website
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