NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society. With effect from 01 April 2026, NHS Scotland is reducing its full time working week from 37 to 36 hours per week, there will be no change in full time pay. TRAINEE ROTATIONAL PHARMACY SUPPORT WORKER, Band 2/3 Salary scale: Band 2 £25,694 - £27,900 PER ANNUM Band 3 £28,011 - £30,230 PER ANNUM Are you interested in an opportunity to train while working towards a career in pharmacy? Applications are invited from flexible individuals with an interest in healthcare to join the pharmacy team in Perth Royal Infirmary as a Trainee Rotational Pharmacy Support Worker. Hospital or pharmacy experience is not essential as full training will be provided. The role includes dispensing, providing ward stock management services, picking and issuing medicines and checking stock. * On successful completion of the training framework the candidate will transfer to a Rotational Pharmacy Support Worker post (band 3). Qualities and skills required Commitment to achievement of the training Accuracy and attention to detail Flexible and able to adjust to the needs of the service on a daily basis The ability to work independently and as part of a team Effective communication and interpersonal skills Ability to use a keyboard, computer and other electronic devices / equipment effectively Training framework includes NHS Scotland Healthcare Support Worker induction standards GPhC approved pharmacy support worker course (eLearning) Local PSW competency training and assessment Read, understand and follow standard operating procedures The training framework is expected to take 15 months to complete although this will vary depending on individual candidate progress rates. You will be required to achieve the mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and to comply with the Code of Conduct throughout your employment. Hours of work are 37 per week (over 7 days). Participation in extended hours, public holidays and weekend working rotas is required. Informal enquiries to: Elaine Smart - elaine.smart2@nhs.scot or phone 01738413024 (Ext 12024) Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain. DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes. Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. For help to complete an application on Job Train please follow this link: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/ To view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/ If you wish to participate in the Job Interview Guarantee Scheme and have been invited to interview, please contact the Hiring Manager as detailed in the advert to discuss any special requirements that you will need to enable you to attend the interview. Please note that our correspondence method is by e-mail, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately. Please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders) and your Jobtrain account for updates Please contact Jobtrain Candidate Support Hub https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home for advice and support with any system issues We recommend using the Internet Browser "Google Chrome" or "Microsoft Edge" when using Jobtrain Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments If you are a current member of staff, please ensure you update your Jobtrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Tayside