Job summaryWe are seeking an experienced Pharmacist to take on a dual role combining education and training with advanced clinical practice in our Community Treatment Teams (CTTs) to improve medicines optimisation, enhance patient safety and provide a patient-centred care via a clinical practitioner role within a community treatment team. Main duties of the jobYou will: Support the Lead Pharmacist for Research and Workforce Development in overseeing education and training across undergraduate, foundation, and post-registration programmes.
Manage rotational and multisector placements, ensuring quality and continuity.
Lead on the annual NHSE foundation year training plan submissions, deliver in-house and regional shared learning sessions, and support professional development for pharmacists, trainees, and pharmacy technicians.
Be responsible for the undergraduate MPharm placements in close partnership with our local university pharmacy schools - coordinating resources, supporting students and mentors, delivering pre-placement sessions, and acting on feedback to continually innovate placement delivery along with support for placement timetabling, and assisting with work experience recruitment alongside the specialist technician.
Drive the development of pharmacy education and training, identifying workforce implications of service changes and embedding effective support across the department and keeping staff informed of training developments.
Provide advanced clinical pharmacy practice to a Community Treatment Team, delivering specialist medication advice, reviews, and optimisation, independent prescribing (where applicable), and direct patient care through collaborative, shared decision-making with the team and external partners.
About usWe aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
The North East of England and Cumbria boasts some of Britain's most beautiful scenery, coastline and national parks. It offers affordable house prices, good connectivity and train links with some major cities. It can offer a fantastic quality of life and working for our Trust promotes a great work life balance. We have bases in many beautiful places which can give our staff the opportunity to explore some of these surrounding areas. The Trust may also offer financial support for successful candidates who need to relocate.
As a department, we are committed to developing and supporting our staff to achieve the maximum they can from their career, whilst delivering outstanding patient centred care.
To find out more about our department and see what our team has to say you can watch our YouTube video or view our departments brochure Pharmacy_Brochure_2026_updated.pdfDetailsDate posted08 September 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8aSalary
57,528 to 64,750 a year
per annum
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference number263-SS26-048-ABJob locationsSt Nicholas HospitalJubilee RoadGosforthNE3 3XTUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesApplicants must be registered with GPHCPlease find attached job description for full details. Advertising date : 8th September 2026Closing date : 22nd September 2026We welcome your application.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesApplicants must be registered with GPHCPlease find attached job description for full details. Advertising date : 8th September 2026Closing date : 22nd September 2026We welcome your application. Person Specification
Education and Qualification
EssentialMPharm or equivalent first degree in PharmacyRegistration as a Pharmacist with GPhCPostgraduate clinical qualification Or Evidence of portfolio working towards RPS core advanced pharmacist curriculumQualified Pharmacist prescriber registered with the GPhC or working towards this qualificationDesirableExperienced PrescriberQualified Pharmacist prescriber
Knowledge and Experience
EssentialEvidence of commitment to CPD as a minimum to meet mandatory requirements of the General Pharmaceutical CouncilUp-to-date knowledge/ experience of relevant legislationExperience within NHS pharmacy practiceAwareness and understanding of professional accountability, GPhC standards and other local and national initiativesDesirableHuman resources management
Skills and Competencies
EssentialDemonstrate effective written and verbal communication skillsEvidence of a high level of professional organisationAbility to adapt within a changing environmentExcellent interpersonal skills including negotiation and conflict managementGood conflict resolution skillsExcellent planning, prioritisation and time management skills
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
EssentialMPharm or equivalent first degree in PharmacyRegistration as a Pharmacist with GPhCPostgraduate clinical qualification Or Evidence of portfolio working towards RPS core advanced pharmacist curriculumQualified Pharmacist prescriber registered with the GPhC or working towards this qualificationDesirableExperienced PrescriberQualified Pharmacist prescriber
Knowledge and Experience
EssentialEvidence of commitment to CPD as a minimum to meet mandatory requirements of the General Pharmaceutical CouncilUp-to-date knowledge/ experience of relevant legislationExperience within NHS pharmacy practiceAwareness and understanding of professional accountability, GPhC standards and other local and national initiativesDesirableHuman resources management
Skills and Competencies
EssentialDemonstrate effective written and verbal communication skillsEvidence of a high level of professional organisationAbility to adapt within a changing environmentExcellent interpersonal skills including negotiation and conflict managementGood conflict resolution skillsExcellent planning, prioritisation and time management skillsDisclosure 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).
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 nameCumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation TrustAddressSt Nicholas HospitalJubilee RoadGosforthNE3 3XTUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameCumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation TrustAddressSt Nicholas HospitalJubilee RoadGosforthNE3 3XTUnited KingdomEmployer's website
Advanced Pharmacist Practitioner in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
