Job summary Are you looking for a new challenge within the pharmacy department? Do you want to make a difference to patient care within a hospital setting The post holder will actively participate in the delivery of Pharmacy services across a range of specialties The right applicants will be dedicated, hard working individuals that work well in a team environment as well as under own initiative. Attention to detail and organisational skills are essential. Main duties of the job To support services within the pharmacy department including the Dispensary, Procurement, Oncology, Trials and HomecareTo work as part of the near patient dispensing team supplying medication to patients both during their stay and at point of discharge on the wardTo provide advice to patients regarding their medication once fully trained Previous pharmacy experience would be of benefit, however we welcome applications from those with no previous experience as full training will be given. About us We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress. Details Date posted 14 May 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,625 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 390-CSS-SO-9484-A Job locations Southend Prittlewell chase Westcliff on sea SS0 0RY Job description Job responsibilities The Pharmacy department has a 'can do' attitude and strives to provide the best service possible at all times to our patients and our colleagues. The pharmacy vision is to be a 'service without walls', integrated within the ward teams supporting excellent patient care . Team work is at the heart of everything we do within pharmacy. We are a multicultural department with a very friendly atmosphere. We look after each other as well as the patients within our care. The Southend hospital site pharmacy has recently undergone a major upgrade. We have a state of the art Omnicell automated dispensing robot and a brand new 'built for purpose' Dispensary. For more information regarding detail of expected duties and personal specifications, please read the attached job description document. Job description Job responsibilities The Pharmacy department has a 'can do' attitude and strives to provide the best service possible at all times to our patients and our colleagues. The pharmacy vision is to be a 'service without walls', integrated within the ward teams supporting excellent patient care . Team work is at the heart of everything we do within pharmacy. We are a multicultural department with a very friendly atmosphere. We look after each other as well as the patients within our care. The Southend hospital site pharmacy has recently undergone a major upgrade. We have a state of the art Omnicell automated dispensing robot and a brand new 'built for purpose' Dispensary. For more information regarding detail of expected duties and personal specifications, please read the attached job description document. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Grade C/4 or Above in English and Maths Desirable NVQ level 2 for Pharmacy Dispenser Previous experience Essential Experience within a Pharmacy setting Desirable Experince in a hospital setting Person Specification Qualifications Essential Grade C/4 or Above in English and Maths Desirable NVQ level 2 for Pharmacy Dispenser Previous experience Essential Experience within a Pharmacy setting Desirable Experince in a hospital setting 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 Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Address Southend Prittlewell chase Westcliff on sea SS0 0RY Employer's website https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Address Southend Prittlewell chase Westcliff on sea SS0 0RY Employer's website https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab). Location : Southend, Prittlewell chase, SS0 0RY Westcliff on sea, United Kingdom