Advanced Pharmacist - Women's & Children's
Band 8a
Main area Pharmacy Grade Band 8a Contract Permanent Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job share
- Flexible working
37.5 hours per week Job ref 320-CDCS-4434
Site Royal Derby Hospital Town Derby Salary £57,528 - £64,750 pro rata pa Salary period Yearly Closing 29/10/2026 23:59 Interview date 12/11/2026
Job overview
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Advanced Pharmacist to lead and develop clinical pharmacy services within our Women’s and Children’s Service at the Royal Derby Hospital.
This is an opportunity for a dynamic pharmacist to play a key role in ensuring the safe, effective and cost-efficient use of medicines, while working as part of a highly valued multidisciplinary team. You will provide advanced clinical input, support service development, and contribute to education, training, and governance across the division, working as an integral part of the UHDB Women's & Children's Pharmacy Team.
The post also offers opportunities to contribute to strategic planning, service innovation and workforce development, supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care aligned with national priorities and Trust objectives.
Applications are welcomed from experienced pharmacists with an interest in Women's and Children's, regardless of current specialism. If the preferred candidate requires further development to meet the role requirements, a Specialist to Advanced progression post may be considered.
Main duties of the job
Deliver an advanced clinical pharmacy service to Women’s and Children’s services at the Royal Derby Hospital
Providespecialist advice on medicines optimisation to multidisciplinary teams
Lead and supportservice development, audit, and quality improvement initiatives
Contribute tomedicines governance and safety, including incident review and risk reduction
Support and developjunior pharmacists, technicians, and trainees
Contribute tofinancial stewardship and medicines optimisation strategies
Deputise for the Divisional Lead Pharmacist when required
- Work closely with the Women's & Children's pharmacists at Queen's Hospital Burton (occasional cross-site working may be required)
Closing date of applications: 29 October 2026
Interview date: 12 November 2026
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Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).
Person specification
Qualifications & Professional Registration
- GPhC registration
- Postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy or equivalent experience
- Membership of relevant professional bodies (e.g. NPPG)
Clinical Experience & Knowledge
- Broad clinical pharmacy knowledge applied to patient care
- Specialist experience in Women’s & Children’s / paediatrics / neonates
Clinical & Analytical Skills
- Advanced clinical reasoning and ability to manage complex medicines-related problems
- Applies evidence-based practice and analyses clinical data to improve care
Service Development & Management
- Ability to support safe, effective and cost-efficient use of medicines
- Experience in project management, service redesign, or managing change
- Experience with medicines budgets or financial management
- Experience contributing to audit, quality improvement, or service development
Professional Practice & Development
- Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Name Susi Dumbleton Job title Divisional lead Pharmacist - Women's & Children's Email address s.dumbleton@nhs.net Telephone number 01332 788414 Additional information
Susi Dumbleton, Divisional lead Pharmacist - Women's and Children's
Tel: 01332 788414
Mob: 07385367188
Email : s.dumbleton@nhs.net
We’d love to hear from you! If you have any questions about the role, team, or working environment, feel free to get in touch for an informal chat. Speaking with us before applying is completely optional, but it can help you decide if this opportunity is the right fit for you.
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Advanced Pharmacist - Women's & Children's employer: UHDB
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where staff can thrive. With a strong commitment to professional development, competitive benefits, and a culture rooted in compassion, openness, and excellence, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact on the health of their communities. Located in Derby, the Trust offers unique opportunities for growth within a dynamic healthcare setting, ensuring that every team member feels valued and integral to the mission of providing exceptional care together.
