Lead Pharmacist Aseptic Services in Canterbury

Job summaryThis role Provides leadership and management of our Pharmacy Aseptic Services Unit in accordance with current legalisation, Pharmacy, Trust, local and National Standards.The unit produces over 3000 items a month mixed between ready to use and named patient dispensed and is in the process of a planned refurbishment as part of a longer term process of replacement.It has a highly dedicated team and is supported by an in house Quality Assurance/Control service as well as extensive clinical pharmacy and clinical trails serviceMain duties of the jobAn opportunity to work with brilliant and passionate team has arisen for a highly motivated and experienced pharmacist to make a difference to patients' outcomes and wellbeing as the lead for our Aseptic services.This role is open to all persons with or without aseptic service experience with relevant skills to learn, develop and a passion for leadership. We see the role as a stepping stone to further develop essential skills for more senior pharmacy roles in leadership, governance and quality management.This is a band 8b role a component of which is the role of Accountable Pharmacist, in which role the successful candidate is supported by an experienced Production Manager and Quality Assurance team.The outline job plan is appended of which the Accountable pharmacist is a part, the rest we will consider with candidates in terms of developing and or maintaining a current specialism for example from Clinical through digital and technical to Quality management that is linked to the role and the development pathway you want to pursue.Further, for those candidates who don't meet all the essential criteria we are happy to consider a progression (8a to 8b) against agreed milestones on the basis of Appendix 21 of Agenda for Change. This includes the development of knowledge and skills within the role both clinically and operationally through support from specialist Pharmacy colleagues and various nationally recognised training and qualifications.About usWe are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.DetailsDate posted14 October 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8bSalary
66,582 to 77,368 a year
per annum pro-rata
ContractPermanentWorking pattern

Full-time,

Part-time,

Flexible working,

Annualised hours

Reference number DCB-BJob locationsKent and Canterbury HospitalEthelbert RoadCanterburyCT1 3NGUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor more details on the job, its roles and responsibilities pleases see the associated Job Description and Person Specification
Job description
Job responsibilitiesFor more details on the job, its roles and responsibilities pleases see the associated Job Description and Person SpecificationPerson Specification
Qualifications
EssentialMaster's degree in Pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent.Member of the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)DesirablePost graduate certificate/diploma or MSc in Pharmaceutical Technology and Quality Assurance (PTQA) or quality management.
Skills
EssentialExperience of working within an aseptic unit at various levelsExperience of managing or allocating work for a team.Experience of and implementing service improvement and change projects.Commitment and evidence of professional updating and formal continuous professional development.DesirableExperience in managing Clinical Trials through Aseptic ServicesExperience of using the Aria e-prescribing systemClinical audit projects or practice researchExperience of writing GMP documentation (protocols, SOP, specifications etc)Input into the design, business case development, commissioning and validation of production facilitiesExperience in working in a Radiopharmacy unitExperience in a senior pharmacy positionInteraction with auditors during regulatory auditsExperience in a senior pharmacy position
Knowledge
EssentialAdvanced knowledge and understanding of quality management systems in place in aseptic dispensing and production facilitiesKnowledge and understanding of good manufacturing practice.Demonstrable specialism in related area of pharmacyDesirableAdvanced understanding of the audit process, internal and externalKnowledge of quality management systems required to be in place in aseptic dispensing and production facilitiesLeadership trainingKnowledge of RadiopharmacyControl Of Substances Hazardous to Health legislationHealthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) and licensing guidelines and standards
Personal & Professional Attributes
EssentialAbility to plan and complete tasks/Able to meet deadlines/Effective Time Management SkillsAbility to work unsupervised and as part of a teamComputer literatePositive/enthusiastic attitudeCritical Analysis skillsUnderstanding of financial issues relating to managing a Pharmacy Technical serviceEvidence of leadership of a teamSupportive of extended/clinical role of techniciansDesirableInfluencing and negotiating skills to work with other senior managers in the trustAbility to manage change effectivelySpecial interest in oncology or haematology or Radiopharmacy
Other Requirements
EssentialTo be aware of and adhere to the Trust's Values
Person Specification

Qualifications
EssentialMaster's degree in Pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent.Member of the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)DesirablePost graduate certificate/diploma or MSc in Pharmaceutical Technology and Quality Assurance (PTQA) or quality management.
Skills
EssentialExperience of working within an aseptic unit at various levelsExperience of managing or allocating work for a team.Experience of and implementing service improvement and change projects.Commitment and evidence of professional updating and formal continuous professional development.DesirableExperience in managing Clinical Trials through Aseptic ServicesExperience of using the Aria e-prescribing systemClinical audit projects or practice researchExperience of writing GMP documentation (protocols, SOP, specifications etc)Input into the design, business case development, commissioning and validation of production facilitiesExperience in working in a Radiopharmacy unitExperience in a senior pharmacy positionInteraction with auditors during regulatory auditsExperience in a senior pharmacy position
Knowledge
EssentialAdvanced knowledge and understanding of quality management systems in place in aseptic dispensing and production facilitiesKnowledge and understanding of good manufacturing practice.Demonstrable specialism in related area of pharmacyDesirableAdvanced understanding of the audit process, internal and externalKnowledge of quality management systems required to be in place in aseptic dispensing and production facilitiesLeadership trainingKnowledge of RadiopharmacyControl Of Substances Hazardous to Health legislationHealthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) and licensing guidelines and standards
Personal & Professional Attributes
EssentialAbility to plan and complete tasks/Able to meet deadlines/Effective Time Management SkillsAbility to work unsupervised and as part of a teamComputer literatePositive/enthusiastic attitudeCritical Analysis skillsUnderstanding of financial issues relating to managing a Pharmacy Technical serviceEvidence of leadership of a teamSupportive of extended/clinical role of techniciansDesirableInfluencing and negotiating skills to work with other senior managers in the trustAbility to manage change effectivelySpecial interest in oncology or haematology or Radiopharmacy
Other Requirements
EssentialTo be aware of and adhere to the Trust's ValuesDisclosure 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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).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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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).UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameEast Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation TrustAddressKent and Canterbury HospitalEthelbert RoadCanterburyCT1 3NGUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameEast Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation TrustAddressKent and Canterbury HospitalEthelbert RoadCanterburyCT1 3NGUnited KingdomEmployer's website