Pharmacy Assistant (Higher Level) Pharmacy Hub
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Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Pharmacy Assistant (Higher Level) Pharmacy Hub
The closing date is 15 November 2026
Job summary
"previous applicants need not apply"
New service. New team. Join us at the start.
Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is opening a brand-new Pharmacy Supply and Dispensing Hub at our Swandean site in Worthing - and we are recruiting five Pharmacy Assistants to help build the service from day one.
This is an excellent opportunity for pharmacy assistants working in hospital, community or retail pharmacy who are looking to develop their skills within a supportive NHS environment.
You will be part of a specialist mental health pharmacy service supporting inpatient wards, urgent care and community teams across Sussex.
Hospital experience is welcome but not essential - we are looking for motivated individuals who are organised, accurate and ready to develop.
Qualification & PayThese posts are Band 3 for applicants who hold the Level 2 Certificate in Pharmacy Service Skills (NVQ Level 2 or equivalent).
About the settingWe are a specialist mental health and learning disability Trust. The Pharmacy Hub is a structured, professional working environment with clear processes and team support. You will not be working alone and will receive a comprehensive induction and ongoing development support.
Main duties of the job
You will:
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Support the dispensing of inpatient, outpatient and discharge prescriptions
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Assemble and supply ward stock medicines
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Receive, store and rotate medicines safely
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Support controlled drug processes in line with policy
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Use electronic dispensing and tracking systems
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Monitor stock levels and expiry dates
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Communicate with clinical teams regarding medicines supply
You will work closely with pharmacy technicians and pharmacists in a structured, well-supported team.
About us
What we're looking for
You will be:
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Methodical and accurate
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Comfortable working in a busy environment
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Confident using IT systems
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Able to prioritise workload
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A strong team player
Experience working with medicines is desirable.
This is an opportunity to be part of a brand-new pharmacy hub and to develop your career within NHS pharmacy services.
Details
Date posted
30 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
354-CO-22014
Job locations
Swandean
Arundel Road
Worthing West Sussex
BN13 3EP
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for details.
You will:
-
Support the dispensing of inpatient, outpatient and discharge prescriptions
-
Assemble and supply ward stock medicines
-
Receive, store and rotate medicines safely
-
Support controlled drug processes in line with policy
-
Use electronic dispensing and tracking systems
-
Monitor stock levels and expiry dates
-
Communicate with clinical teams regarding medicines supply
Job responsibilities
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for details.
You will:
-
Support the dispensing of inpatient, outpatient and discharge prescriptions
-
Assemble and supply ward stock medicines
-
Receive, store and rotate medicines safely
-
Support controlled drug processes in line with policy
-
Use electronic dispensing and tracking systems
-
Monitor stock levels and expiry dates
-
Communicate with clinical teams regarding medicines supply
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 2 qualified Pharmacy Assistant
Desirable
- Level 2 qualified Pharmacy Assistant
- 3 GCSEs (or equiv), Grade C/4 or above in to include Maths, English Language
Knowledge/Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of policies, procedures and practices across pharmacy services
- Knowledge of pharmacy medicine supply systems
- Knowledge of stock control systems and storage of medicines
- Trained to the higher level of the national profile of a Pharmacy Assistant job description
- Experience of working in a pharmacy team with medicines
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 2 qualified Pharmacy Assistant
Desirable
- Level 2 qualified Pharmacy Assistant
- 3 GCSEs (or equiv), Grade C/4 or above in to include Maths, English Language
Knowledge/Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of policies, procedures and practices across pharmacy services
- Knowledge of pharmacy medicine supply systems
- Knowledge of stock control systems and storage of medicines
- Trained to the higher level of the national profile of a Pharmacy Assistant job description
- Experience of working in a pharmacy team with medicines
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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 Sponsorship
Applications 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).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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 Sponsorship
Applications 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).
Employer details
Employer name
Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Swandean
Arundel Road
Worthing West Sussex
BN13 3EP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Swandean
Arundel Road
Worthing West Sussex
BN13 3EP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Lead Pharmacy Technician
Alex Hand
Details
Date posted
30 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
354-CO-22014
Job locations
Swandean
Arundel Road
Worthing West Sussex
BN13 3EP
United Kingdom
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